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A range of new policies have been forthcoming as the government’s focus turns to prioritizing rental housing as purchase prices remain beyond the means of most people.

Developing human capital to meet the requirements of emerging technologies, bridging scientific research with practical applications, and ensuring equitable access to technology were focal points at a forum on human capital in the new technological era.

Vietnam’s digital economy is projected to expand 20 percent year-on-year to hit $49 billion in Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) in 2026, tying with Malaysia as the fastest-growing market in Southeast Asia.

Mr. Pham Van Thinh, Vice Chairman of the Bac Ninh City People’s Committee, shares insights into housing development for foreign residents with Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy.

Through these partnerships, VNR aims to advance bilateral cooperation in three key areas: exchanging expertise on preserving and promoting railway heritage; sharing insights on developing railway stations integrated with tourism, commercial services, and multimodal transport; and co-promoting railway tourism products.

The National Assembly (NA) on November 5 heard the Government's proposal summary and the review report by the NA Committee on Legal and Judicial Affairs regarding investment policy for the National Target Program on Crime and Drug Prevention and Control for the 2026–2035 period.