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Biometric transfer rules tightened to combat AI impersonation

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Biometric transfer rules tightened to combat AI impersonation

Under these rules, authentication systems must satisfy stringent technical benchmarks, obtain verified certifications, and align with international standards on anti-deepfake capabilities to block the exploitation of AI and unauthorized biometric data for fraudulent schemes.

Ho Chi Minh City expands foreign homeownership project list

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Ho Chi Minh City expands foreign homeownership project list

JICA commits $630 million annual loans to support Vietnam’s growth target

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JICA commits $630 million annual loans to support Vietnam’s growth target

CapitaLand rallies over 8,500 participants to support vulnerable children and youth in Vietnam

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CapitaLand rallies over 8,500 participants to support vulnerable children and youth in Vietnam

Group’s charity initiative sees a $98,000 donation go to the Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation.

Ninh Binh approves $44.5 million GMP medical manufacturing plant

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Ninh Binh approves $44.5 million GMP medical manufacturing plant

The facility aims to build a GMP-certified complex producing human pharmaceuticals, functional foods, cosmetics, medical equipment, and medical supplies.

Power tariffs to be frozen, service fee hikes capped to curb inflation

Power tariffs to be frozen, service fee hikes capped to curb inflation

Among the key cost-push factors, petroleum products are considered to have the widest spillover impact, directly affecting not only commuting expenses but also freight transport, manufacturing, product distribution, and ultimately end-consumer retail prices.

October 08, 2026

Social housing loan interest rate set at 6.5% per annum, after six adjustments

Social housing loan interest rate set at 6.5% per annum, after six adjustments

The initial scale of the social housing loan program was VND120 trillion (nearly $4.62 billion), with participation from four state-owned commercial banks.

October 08, 2026

Enterprises to be empowered to set fuel prices

Enterprises to be empowered to set fuel prices

A draft decree grants pricing authority to enterprises, but price calculations must adhere to the formula prescribed by the state.

October 08, 2026

Irish grass-fed beef debuts in HCMC

Irish grass-fed beef debuts in HCMC

The market opening comes as agri-food trade between Vietnam and Ireland sees expanding growth potential, enabling Irish exporters to access Vietnamese consumers seeking premium beef products.

October 07, 2026

Vietnam’s electricity output rises 9.3% in 9M

Vietnam’s electricity output rises 9.3% in 9M

Total electricity generated and imported across the national system reached 265.79 billion kWh in the first nine months of 2026.

October 07, 2026

New incentives proposed to boost tourism as key economic sector

New incentives proposed to boost tourism as key economic sector

Corporate income tax would be exempted for two years, followed by a 50% reduction in tax payable for the next three years on income generated from products created under new tourism models.

October 07, 2026

Digital Biz

Vietnam targets AI-powered productivity growth through embodied AI

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Vietnam pilots low-altitude economy in Dien Bien using drones

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Vietnam emerges as Southeast Asia second largest savvy e-commerce market

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Hanoi launches TikTok channel to promote OCOP products and boost e-commerce

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Infineon opens new office in Ho Chi Minh City, deepening semiconductor commitment