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WHO commends Vietnam for increasing tobacco and alcohol tax
WHO Representative in Vietnam congratulated the Vietnamese Government on adopting increased and new taxes on these unhealthy products.
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Some 28 Decrees on decentralization and delegation of authority announced
These decrees shall take effect from July 1, 2025 when the two-tier local administrations officially come into operation.
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Former deputy labor minister charged in bribery scheme involving labor export companies
The charges are linked to an ongoing case involving Hoang Long Investment Construction and Manpower Supply Joint Stock Company (Hoang Long Company).
Party leader chairs meeting on combating corruption, wastefulness
At a meeting on October 30, Party General Secretary To Lam noted that combating wastefulness should hold the same importance as fighting corruption and other negative phenomena.
Over 475,000 foreign nationals granted work permits in 2017-2022 period
With its ongoing efforts in migration governance, Vietnam ensures that migration benefits all, a workshop on October 29 heard.
Management tightened over bidding of mining rights
Signs of legal violations detected in the recent bidding for the mining rights in some localities.
HCM City embraces digital transformation in book industry
The event highlights the industry’s commitment to embracing technological advancements and creating innovative digital products.
State management on E-commerce to be further enhanced
Some cross-border e-commerce platforms found to operate in Vietnam without registration.
Four airports in central region resume operations
Da Nang, Phu Bai, Dong Hoi, and Chu Lai airports that had suspended operations since October 27 early morning have reopened.