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Authority to approve foreign university branches in Vietnam now belongs to Education Minister
Previously, only the Prime Minister had such an authority.
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Retail sales of goods and services hit $96.8bln in 4M
Broad-based expansion across retail and services signaling a continued recovery in consumer demand.
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Defense ministry seeks investors for two housing projects in Hanoi
The first project is located in Thanh Liet Ward that spans approximately 6.969 ha, and is currently vacant agricultural land managed by the local People's Committee.
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.
Legal foundation for a carbon market in Vietnam
Myriad legal instruments have been introduced over the last few years as Vietnam prepares to establish and operate a carbon market.
Conflict risks for logistics services
Logistics providers as well as importers and exporters are all exposed to the risks stemming from events in the Middle East.
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.
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.