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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).
Four airports in central region temporarily halt operations due to typhoon
Da Nang, Phu Bai, Dong Hoi, and Chu Lai airports has suspended their operations since October 27 morning.
Vietnam leads ASEAN in impact investment with an Orange Index score of 50
Vietnam's score surpasses the global average of 41.
Deputy Prime Minister emphasizes aviation security
In the first 10 months of 2024, security control forces at airports nationwide detected 223 violations.
Vietnam expects to send 130,000 workers abroad this year
The figure surpasses the annual target by 4 per cent.
Vietnam's transport sector on track to surpass 2024 growth targets
In the first nine months of 2024, the number of transported passengers is estimated to have reached 3,660.2 million, including 13.4 million of international passengers.
$78.9-mln waste-to-energy plant to be built in Da Nang
The plant capable of burning 1,000 tons of waste per day.