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Vietnam Economic Times August 24 2026
Vietnam Economic Times Issue 471 | Monday, August 24 2026
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Broad redesign of Vietnam's gas and oil industry
A recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum was among the best opportunities for stakeholders to comment and contribute opinions on substantive revisions to the Law on Petroleum and later, the amended law was passed by the National Assembly on August 23.
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Encouraging shift in GDP growth forecasts for Vietnam
A number of international and local organizations have altered their growth forecasts for Vietnam upwards based on first-half economic performance.
Opportunities for cross-border e-commerce
Though not without its issues, the growth of cross-border e-commerce seems almost unlimited.
Promising opportunities for hotel market
Proposed land price adjustments in Ho Chi Minh City under discussion
Many are concerned by the potential adverse effects of a new land price regime in Ho Chi Minh City.
Unknown outcome from higher excise tax rates
Much debate surrounds the introduction of higher excise tax rates on alcoholic beverages and the benefits or otherwise.
Unintended consequences from increasing excise tax
While the reasoning behind proposed tax increases on alcohol and even sugary drinks may be well-meaning, opinions differ as to their actual effect in the real world
