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Vietnam's CPI in April up 0.84% month-on-month
The growth driven largely by a sharp increase in domestic gas prices, alongside higher costs for dining-out services and construction materials.
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Gov't to provide 400,000 smart phones to poor households in five years
The policy shall be implemented from April 30, 2026 to December 31, 2030, according to a program approved by the Government on May 1, 2026.
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Six cooperation agreements between Vietnam and Japan signed
The agreements have been signed as part of the official visit to Vietnam by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae from May 1-3.
New decrees effective in May 2026
Under a new Government Decree, E-cigarette smokers shall be fined up to VND5 million.
HCMC breaks ground on massive projects, paving the way for 'mega-city' status
The Metro Line No. 2 (Ben Thanh – Thu Thiem section), located in the new Thu Thiem urban area, has a total investment of nearly VND46.3 trillion ($1.73 billion).
Decree on import duty cuts to 0% for certain fuel products takes effect until June 30
Under a newly-issued resolution of the Government, the validity of Decree No. 72/2026/ND-CP, which lowers preferential import duty rates on selected fuel products and raw materials to 0%, is extended until the end of June 30 this year.
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.
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).