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The introduction of Amazon Web Services’ first Local Zone in Hanoi brings low-latency cloud infrastructure to Vietnam as demand for AI, digital transformation, and local data processing continues to accelerate.

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Fashioning the urban future

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A structured family business journey

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E-commerce tops list of "hotspots" for disputes

Beyond e-commerce, several other service and consumer goods sectors recorded high dispute levels, such as tourism and restaurants, household electronics, consumer credit, healthcare and medical services, and air transportation among others.

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Proposal for a 7.8% increase in regional minimum wage for 2027 agreed upon

The proposal was agreed upon during the National Wage Council 's second meeting on July 16 and would increase monthly minimum wages by between VND340,000 ($12.94) and VND390,000 ($14.85), depending on the applicable regional wage zone.

Emergency procedure at FV Hospital prevents stroke in Malaysian patient

Doctors at FV Hospital performed emergency treatment to restore blood flow and prevent a stroke in a Malaysian patient with 95 per cent carotid artery stenosis.

July 17, 2026

HCMC proposes monthly support of up to $2,300 for businesses hiring experts

The policy specifically targets individuals working on key digital product research and production projects, semiconductors, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems.

July 17, 2026

Hanoi approves a $2.8 bln project to upgrade dikes and clean up Nhue River

By upgrading the Nhue River system, the capital city aims to ensure proactive drainage and prevent flooding in inner-city areas, while progressively finalizing its approved general construction and drainage master plans.

July 16, 2026

Hanoi expands housing supply with nearly 38,000 new social housing units approved

Hanoi is continuing to expand its housing supply across the social, rental and commercial segments as part of efforts to meet growing demand and improve housing affordability, according to a new report by the municipal People's Committee.

July 16, 2026

October 15 designated as National Digital Citizen Day

The date has been selected by the Government as it issued Resolution No. 66.22/2026/NQ-CP on digital citizen development.

July 16, 2026

Gold shop owners charged in $57 mln diamond smuggling ring

These items were brought through major international airports—including Tan Son Nhat, Da Nang, Noi Bai, and Phu Quoc—without making customs declarations as required.

July 15, 2026

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E-commerce tops list of "hotspots" for disputes

Proposal for a 7.8% increase in regional minimum wage for 2027 agreed upon

Emergency procedure at FV Hospital prevents stroke in Malaysian patient

HCMC proposes monthly support of up to $2,300 for businesses hiring experts

Hanoi approves a $2.8 bln project to upgrade dikes and clean up Nhue River

Hanoi expands housing supply with nearly 38,000 new social housing units approved

October 15 designated as National Digital Citizen Day

Gold shop owners charged in $57 mln diamond smuggling ring

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