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Vietnam plans state-run property exchange, slams speculation
The Government targets speculation, administrative delays, and costly standards as drivers of housing price surges.
Vietnam’s small traders seek delay in e-invoice mandate
Vietnam’s shift to e-invoices from cash registers faces implementation hurdles, especially in informal markets.
PM’s order to streamline construction permits welcomed by property association
The Prime Minister has directed the streamlining of construction permit procedures to save time and costs for citizens and businesses.
Auto firms push back on 2030 emissions roadmap
Manufacturers fear waste and cost under new emissions rules without matching fuel supply.
From July, personal ID numbers to replace all tax codes in Vietnam
Vietnam implements a unified tax identification system beginning July 2025 to reduce risk and boost transparency.
Vietnam considers scrapping home building permits to cut red tape
New reforms could end costly and complex building permit procedures, saving homeowners money and curbing permit-related corruption.
Vietnam proposes $4,000 fine to curb fetal gender selection
Ministry of Health warns of severe demographic risks if selection continues.
Vietnamese traders required to stockpile rice before export deals
New rice export rules are driving up costs for traders with pre-contract storage mandates.
Vietnam offers over $9,000 monthly salary to top defense engineers
Chief engineers in Vietnam’s defense industry to earn up to 100x base salary.
Vietnam to block Telegram: Telecom firms must report by June 2
Telecom firms must report Telegram-blocking measures by June 2 under new government directive.
Private placements capped at five times equity
One of the most notable changes is the stipulation that the debt-to-equity ratio for companies issuing private bonds must not exceed five times their equity
Legislators support creating conditions for social housing development
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed that social housing has become an increasingly urgent issue, especially in urban areas and industrial zones.
Procedures for opening indirect investment accounts are simplified
The new circular aims to streamline administrative procedures, remove barriers and enhance the ease with which foreign capital can flow into Vietnam’s stock market.
Experts oppose proposed $7,800 traffic fines in Vietnam
Calls to increase fines to 200 million VND meet opposition from traffic experts and lawmakers.
Lawmakers propose bail for business leaders under criminal investigation
Deputies suggest granting bail to entrepreneurs to prevent business collapse and encourage economic recovery.
Government proposes 2-pp VAT reduction on select goods and services until 2026
A 2-percentage-point reduction in the value-added tax (VAT) for goods and services will lead to a decrease in state revenue by approximately 121.74 trillion VND (over 4.69 billion USD) over the proposed period.
How much pollution can your car emit? Vietnam sets new limits
A proposed national regulation introduces five emission levels for in-use cars, with a roadmap starting in 2026.
Lawmakers consider special mechanisms, policies for Hai Phong city
Lawmakers consider special mechanisms, policies for Hai Phong city
Vietnam may scrap lower secondary school diploma under new education reform
A draft amendment proposes shifting from formal diplomas to school principal certifications after Grade 9.
Stricter emissions rules to reshape Hanoi and HCM City traffic
If proposed stricter emissions standards are implemented in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, will vehicles manufactured before 2017 still be permitted on the roads of Vietnam’s two largest urban centers?
