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New decrees effective in May 2026
Under a new Government Decree, E-cigarette smokers shall be fined up to VND5 million.
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Government issues 8 resolutions to streamline administrative procedures and business conditions
Under these resolutions, the Government decided to abolish 184 administrative procedures, simplify 394 administrative procedures, and decentralize 134 administrative procedures to local authorities.
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Hanoi breaks ground on Soc Son waste-to-energy plant expansion
The project also aims to complete a synchronized technical infrastructure system, with the entire facility expected to be fully operational by the fourth quarter of 2027.
Ninh Binh calls for investment in 27 projects
Total investment capital estimated at nearly VND7 trillion ($270 million).
Hai Phong designates 3,246 areas prohibited for mineral activities
These zones are directly linked to 10 different sectors and fields of management including national defense, culture, sports and tourism, religious sites, transport, and industry and trade, among others.
Vietnam's semiconductor industry requires more talent
Human resources remain a major obstacle for Vietnam establishing a stronger position in the global semiconductor industry.
Online retail platforms post strong Q1 growth
Total Q1 revenue from Vietnam’s four major e-commerce platforms - Shopee, Lazada, Tiki and TikTok Shop - reaching VND148.6 trillion ($5.8 billion).
Hanoi announces 6 administrative procedures for foreign workers
The designated procedures eligible for the "Green Lane" include: issuance, re-issuance, and extension of work permit exemption certificates; and issuance, re-issuance, and extension of work permits for foreign workers.
$760 mln proposed for Buon Ma Thuot Airport expansion
Looking ahead to 2050, the airport is envisioned to expand to 27 aircraft parking positions, with an annual capacity of 7 million passengers and 15,000 tons of cargo.