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At least 22 banks commit to cutting lending rates
The reductions generally range from 1.5 to 2 percentage points per year compared with banks’ standard lending rates.
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Hanoi seeks 8,000 workers for key projects
The capital city's upcoming job fair is expected to gather 32 major enterprises and reputable contractors offering more than 8,000 competitive vacancies, providing immediate employment and on-site interview opportunities for job seekers.
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Eight social insurance services go fully digital
Under a new Ministry of Finance decision, eight key social insurance procedures will now automatically pre-fill user data from national population and healthcare databases, eliminating redundant paperwork across the board.
Lawmakers review national security infrastructure draft
The draft law aims to resolve existing operational limitations, simplify administrative procedures, and enhance national security, social order, and socio-economic development.
Vietnam promotes sustainable agricultural cooperation and blue economy with the EU
Recently, during the visit of General Secretary and President To Lam to Europe, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has advanced cooperation with the EU, Denmark, and Belgium in sustainable agriculture, biotechnology, blue economy, environmental protection, and combating IUU fishing.
Proposal for mutual recognition of electronic identities with foreign systems
The draft Law on Electronic Identification and Authentication stipulates the principle of mutual recognition of electronic identities and authentication results from foreign countries for use in cross-border transactions. It also amends and supplements related provisions of the Law on Electronic Transactions, the Law on Identity Cards, the Law on Digital Transformation, the Law on E-commerce, and the Law on Investment to ensure consistency within the legal system.
Proposal to abolish fire safety acceptance inspections
The National Assembly's Committee on National Defense, Security, and Foreign Affairs has proposed clearly defining the legal responsibilities of investors, owners, heads of establishments, households, and vehicle owners in adhering to initial fire safety designs and maintaining safety conditions according to standards and technical regulations.
Vietnam urges airlines to expand domestic route networks
Local airlines must specify routes expected to be restored, newly opened, or increased in frequency; timelines and implementation schedules for late 2026 and 2027; along with market demand assessments, fleet allocation plans, and operational sustainability.
Taking convenience a step further
Participants at a recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum shared their thoughts on promoting cross-border QR code payments.