Government sets conditions for foreign motorised vehicles entering Vietnam

Government sets conditions for foreign motorised vehicles entering Vietnam

The government has issued a decree regarding the management of motorised vehicles registered abroad and brought into Vietnam by foreign travelers.
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Gov't approves Project on multi-use values of forest ecosystem

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang has signed a decision approving a project on developing multi-use values of the forest ecosystem to 2030, with a vision to 2050.
New legal documents in February 2024

New legal documents in February 2024

VEN lists the latest legal documents issued by the Vietnamese Government, ministries and state agencies.
Legal framework for crypto assets to be finalised next year

Legal framework for crypto assets to be finalised next year

The Government has assigned the Ministry of Finance to research and develop a legal framework to ban or regulate crypto assets in May 2025 with an aim to combat money laundering.
Amended Land Law helps increase Vietnam

Amended Land Law helps increase Vietnam's advantages in attracting investment

The amended Land Law, freshly passed at the 15th National Assembly (NA)'s 5th extraordinary session in early 2024, is a positive step for foreign nationals of Vietnamese origin, encouraging them to invest in Vietnam, said Le Thuy Tien, director of Mori Pharmacy Ltd and Mori Healthcare in Japan.
Amended Law on Land increases opportunities for overseas Vietnamese to access and use land: experts

Amended Law on Land increases opportunities for overseas Vietnamese to access and use land: experts

Leaders of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment said that allowing Vietnamese people abroad to own houses in Việt Nam was a breakthrough regulation.
Ministries propose strict management of electronic cigarettes

Ministries propose strict management of electronic cigarettes

Different ministries have the same view toward strictly managing e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products because the country has had no import policy, no legal basis, and the product concept has not been clearly defined, reported the Người Lao Động (The Labourer) newspaper.
National Data Centre planned in draft Data Law

National Data Centre planned in draft Data Law

The Ministry of Public Security has introduced a draft proposal for the Data Law, addressing the need for including the national data centre.
Debates on proposed VAT Law Amendments over revenue thresholds

Debates on proposed VAT Law Amendments over revenue thresholds

Many stakeholders argue that the Ministry of Finance's proposed threshold of VNĐ150 million is still relatively low.
Draft procedure for foreigners’ e-identification registration announced

Draft procedure for foreigners’ e-identification registration announced

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed a procedure for foreigners’ e-identification registration, which is expected to take effect alongside the identification law on July 1 this year.
Ministry asks localities to stop direct admission for 10th graders with IELTS certificates

Ministry asks localities to stop direct admission for 10th graders with IELTS certificates

The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) has asked localities to stop direct admission for 10th graders with International English Language Testing System (IELTS) certificates.
Legal frameworks for science, technology, innovation to be improved in 2024: MoST

Legal frameworks for science, technology, innovation to be improved in 2024: MoST

The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) has defined the year 2024 as a key milestone in perfecting the legal framework for science, technology and innovation, which will pave the way for future sectoral development.
PM requests expansion of visa exemption policy to more countries

PM requests expansion of visa exemption policy to more countries

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) consider expanding the coverage of the visa exemption policy.
General Department of Taxation reviews draft regulations on loan interest expense cap

General Department of Taxation reviews draft regulations on loan interest expense cap

The General Department of Taxation (GDT) is seeking solutions to amend the loan interest expense cap regulation at 30 per cent to solve difficulties for businesses in the context of high interest rates in the period 2022-23.
Two newly-adopted laws announced

Two newly-adopted laws announced

The Presidential Office held a press conference on February 19 to announce the President’s order announcing two laws that were approved by the 15th National Assembly during its fifth extraordinary session, namely the Land Law (revised) and the Law on Credit Institutions (revised).
PM Chính instructs action for stock market upgrade

PM Chính instructs action for stock market upgrade

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has instructed the Ministry of Finance, State Bank of Vietnam and the Ministry of Planning and Investment to address obstacles in relevant sectors for upgrading the stock market from frontier to emerging status.
New regulations to ease Overseas Vietnamese real estate investments

New regulations to ease Overseas Vietnamese real estate investments

Experts predict that the recently approved Land Law, Housing Law, and Law on Real Estate Business, which will take effect in 2025, will improve conditions for Overseas Vietnamese (OVs) in real estate ownership and trading.
Central bank proposed to issue gold certificates

Central bank proposed to issue gold certificates

The Government should issue gold certificates that have an interest like cash savings to attract 400 tonnes of gold from the people, experts suggest.
More construction price norms for public transport projects to be issued

More construction price norms for public transport projects to be issued

The Ministry of Construction will issue more construction price norms for public transport projects under its authority in the first quarter of 2024 to boost the construction of the country’s key transport projects.
PM urges drastic actions to ensure traffic safety during Tet

PM urges drastic actions to ensure traffic safety during Tet

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for drastic actions to ensure traffic order and safety during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday and spring festivals, as heavy traffic is forecast.
National strategy on people

National strategy on people's health released

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha signed a decision approving the national strategy to protect, care for and improve people's health by 2030, with a vision to 2045 to ensure that everyone could access to the best medical services.
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PM sets major goals for banking sector in digital transformation

PM sets major goals for banking sector in digital transformation

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has set three major digital transformation targets for the banking sector, including creating the most favourable conditions for people, businesses and agencies to access banking services.
Japanese firm to build biomass power plant in Yen Bai

Japanese firm to build biomass power plant in Yen Bai

Japan's renewable energy firm Erex is going to invest in a 50MW biomass power plant project in Van Yen district, the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai.
VN adds over 110,000 new securities accounts in April, bringing total to 7.7 million

VN adds over 110,000 new securities accounts in April, bringing total to 7.7 million

Since the beginning of this year, the number of securities accounts held by domestic investors has increased by more than half a million accounts.
35 localities piloting four-wheel EVs for tourists, despite no official legal regulations

35 localities piloting four-wheel EVs for tourists, despite no official legal regulations

Four-wheel electric vehicles have been used for this purpose has been since 2010 in the capital city of Hà Nội, and to date, 35/63 localities in the country have received approval by the Prime Minister to pilot the operation.
Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

At the Việt Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism, ethnic minority people join State agencies and experts in preserving and introducing their communities’ cultural values to visitors.
vietnamese ethnic culture and tourism village hosts numerous activities in may

Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

At the Việt Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism, ethnic minority people join State agencies and experts in preserving and introducing their communities’ cultural values to visitors.
european literary days focuses on gender

European Literary Days focuses on gender

The European Literature Days 2024 has kicked off with a series of literature and exhibition events in Hà Nội and HCM City
green transformation in tourism starts with correct understanding awareness expert

Green transformation in tourism starts with correct understanding, awareness: expert

Many tourism businesses still have insufficient and incorrect understanding of these principles so the implementation of green tourism within the Vietnamese business community is still limited.
vietnamese celebrated director to head jury at shanghai international film festival

Vietnamese celebrated director to head jury at Shanghai International Film Festival

According to the organisers of the film festival, the works of the Vietnamese French director and scriptwriter, who won the Best Director Award at the 76th Cannes Film Festival in 2023 for The Taste of Things, blend the expressions of Eastern and Western cultures, with sensitivity, delicacy, and a romantic style.
hcm city achieves 127 million in tourism revenue over five day holiday

HCM City achieves $127 million in tourism revenue over five-day holiday

HCM City’s tourism revenue is estimated at more than VNĐ3.23 trillion (US$127 million) during the five-day holiday celebrating Reunification Day from April 27-May 1, according to the city Department of Tourism.
New law on industrial parks proposed to lure in high quality investment capital flow

New law on industrial parks proposed to lure in high quality investment capital flow

HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has proposed developing a law on industrial parks, aiming to create flourishing conditions for Việt Nam to build large and green industrial parks that can attract high-quality investment capital flow.
Decree fosters industrial  cluster development

Decree fosters industrial cluster development

(VEN) - The Government has recently issued Decree 32/2024/ND-CP (Decree 32) on the management and development of industrial clusters (ICs), creating a more favorable mechanism for IC development.
Decree regulates conditions for cars from abroad to Việt Nam

Decree regulates conditions for cars from abroad to Việt Nam

HÀ NỘI — Foreign drivers using their vehicles in Việt Nam must complete a stringent set of procedures through a recognised travel company before they enter the country.
Fresh policies come into effect in May 2024

Fresh policies come into effect in May 2024

New policies regarding standards for civil servants holding leadership and management positions, management and development of industrial clusters, transportation of dangerous goods, and penalties in fishing sector shall come into effect this May.
Rooftop solar power trading is a no, for now

Rooftop solar power trading is a no, for now

The power can still be connected to the national grid but transmission can only priced at VNĐ0, a requirement that has sparked controversy with opponents saying the policy is counterproductive as a way of encouraging the public and businesses to participate.
Thai Nguyen energizes rural industrial enterprises

Thai Nguyen energizes rural industrial enterprises

(VEN) - Thanks to timely support from industry promotion programs and projects, the rural industrial enterprises in Thai Nguyen Province have boldly invested in large and modern machinery to improve production capacity.
IC development challenges Dong Nai Province

IC development challenges Dong Nai Province

(VEN) - Under the plan, the southeastern province of Dong Nai will have 27 industrial clusters (ICs) with a total area of almost 1,500 hectares in the 2021-2025 period. However, only four of the 27 ICs have had their infrastructure projects accomplished as of the end of 2023, while the rest are still under investment procedure handling and site clearance.
Textile and garment businesses face difficulties due to lack of domestic supply

Textile and garment businesses face difficulties due to lack of domestic supply

HÀ NỘI — The textile and garment industry has long faced an imbalance between production stages.
Japanese firm to build biomass power plant in Yen Bai

Japanese firm to build biomass power plant in Yen Bai

Japan's renewable energy firm Erex is going to invest in a 50MW biomass power plant project in Van Yen district, the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai.
Foreign, domestic investment in Ba Ria - Vung Tau rises sharply

Foreign, domestic investment in Ba Ria - Vung Tau rises sharply

Foreign and domestic investment in the southern province of Ba Ria - Vung Tau stood at almost 1.63 billion USD and over 25.93 trillion VND (1 billion USD) during the first four months of 2024, surging 7.2-fold from a year earlier.
Foreign investors encouraged to invest in petroleum storage infrastructure

Foreign investors encouraged to invest in petroleum storage infrastructure

The Vietnamese Government has given green light to foreign investors to invest in developing oil and gas storage and supply infrastructure system, but they cannot participate in distributing, importing and exporting petroleum.
Cambodian media values Vietnam

Cambodian media values Vietnam's foreign investment attraction

The SBM NEWS website of Cambodia has published an article praising Vietnam's ability to attract foreign investment, especially in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh.
Tax sector sees 10.7% rise in State budget revenue in four months

Tax sector sees 10.7% rise in State budget revenue in four months

Total State budget collection in the first four months of this year was estimated at 640.29 trillion VND (25.20 billion USD), equivalent to 43% of the yearly projection, representing a year-on-year rise of 10.7%, according to the General Department of Taxation.
MoF refuses to cut import tax for some materials of animal feed production

MoF refuses to cut import tax for some materials of animal feed production

The Ministry of Finance has refused to reduce import tax rates for some crucial materials of animal feed production as proposed by Bến Tre Province's voters.
Government proposes extending VAT cut until year end

Government proposes extending VAT cut until year end

The Government has proposed extending the cut in value-added tax (VAT) from 10% to 8% on specific groups of goods and services from July 1 until the end of the year to support business and production activities.
Stock market upgrade to help Vietnam lure another 10 bln USD in investment

Stock market upgrade to help Vietnam lure another 10 bln USD in investment

The elevation of the stock market to "emerging" status can help Vietnam attract an additional 10 billion USD in both direct and indirect investment, KB Vietnam Securities JSC (KBSV) reported, citing the World Bank (WB).
PM orders intensified carbon credit supervision

PM orders intensified carbon credit supervision

HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has issued a directive focusing on bolstering carbon credit management to effectively implement Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
Is it possible to deny collection for waste unsorted at source?

Is it possible to deny collection for waste unsorted at source?

Unsorted waste could be denied collection, per a draft document proposed by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.
PM asks for effective preventive solutions against forest fires

PM asks for effective preventive solutions against forest fires

HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has issued an official dispatch, requesting ministries, sectors, and localities to continue vigorously and effectively implementing fire prevention and control measures nationwide amid hot weather across the country.
Heat records broken, more hot weather forecast for May

Heat records broken, more hot weather forecast for May

HÀ NỘI — April saw 112 heat records as the country baked in sweltering weather, with many places breaking temperature records set over a decade ago.
35 localities piloting four-wheel EVs for tourists, despite no official legal regulations

35 localities piloting four-wheel EVs for tourists, despite no official legal regulations

Four-wheel electric vehicles have been used for this purpose has been since 2010 in the capital city of Hà Nội, and to date, 35/63 localities in the country have received approval by the Prime Minister to pilot the operation.
2024 VinFuture Prize records 1,469 nominations

2024 VinFuture Prize records 1,469 nominations

The 4th edition of VinFuture Prize, an annual international award that honours remarkable scientific breakthroughs and promotes innovations for humankind, has officially closed its nomination portal with a record of 1,469 submissions.
HCM City: Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution to debut in September

HCM City: Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution to debut in September

A centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) in Ho Chi Minh City is scheduled to be officially launched in September, with a mission to be Vietnam’s top facility in advising national industrial policies, piloting their implementation in the southern metropolis, and promoting economic transformation in the revolution.
Vietnam’s digital products to go global

Vietnam’s digital products to go global

(VEN) - Vietnamese digital technology businesses have made great strides in development, as more digital application products have been created. In addition to the domestic market, the state needs to support them to bring Make-in-Vietnam digital products and services to the world.
Government approves the Red River Delta Region Master Plan

Government approves the Red River Delta Region Master Plan

Recognised as a strategically vital area, the Red River Delta will serve as a pivotal force in driving development and leading the nation's efforts in economic restructuring and the transformation of its growth model.
Bình Thuận works to stop fishing vessels from infringing on foreign waters

Bình Thuận works to stop fishing vessels from infringing on foreign waters

BÌNH THUẬN – The People’s Committee of the south-central province of Bình Thuận on May 7 requested extra efforts to resolutely not let any local fishing vessels and fishermen violate foreign waters so as to fight illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
Điện Biên Phủ Victory shows strength of intelligence, public consensus: Officer

Điện Biên Phủ Victory shows strength of intelligence, public consensus: Officer

The Điện Biên Phủ (May 7, 1954) was not only a victory of the strength of intelligence and public consensus but also contributed to the end of the resistance war against the French colonialists of the Vietnamese army and people.
HCM City works to put Metro Line No. 1 into operation soon

HCM City works to put Metro Line No. 1 into operation soon

Ho Chi Minh City's Metro Line No. 1 (Ben Thanh–Suoi Tien) is close to the finish line but is facing some difficulties, thus the local administration and the investor are making efforts to remove obstacles so that the it can start commercial operation soon.
Kim Sơn sedge weaving named as intangible cultural heritage

Kim Sơn sedge weaving named as intangible cultural heritage

Over 30,000 craftsmen are currently working in the Kim Sơn sedge weaving craft in the district, which accounts for around 80 per cent of the district's yearly handcraft production value.
Habeco, northern beer Industry icon, reports largest quarterly loss in four years

Habeco, northern beer Industry icon, reports largest quarterly loss in four years

Habeco's leaders attributed the negative profits to a decrease in financial revenue caused by lower deposit interest rates, resulting in a 16 per cent decline to nearly VNĐ38 billion.
PV Gas unions launch book donation program

PV Gas unions launch book donation program

(VEN) - On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day (April 21, 2014 - 2024), to honor the value of books and promote reading culture among students at primary schools, the Trade Union and Youth Union organizations of Petrovietnam Gas Joint Stock Corporation (PV GAS) launched a book donation program with the theme “Donating a book, giving a future.”
Vietnam Airlines reports profit in H1

Vietnam Airlines reports profit in H1

Vietnam Airlines (VNA) reported after-tax profit of VNĐ4.44 trillion (US$173.19 million) in Quarter 1 as it is strengthening its international flights and restructuring.
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European Literary Days focuses on gender

European Literary Days focuses on gender

The European Literature Days 2024 has kicked off with a series of literature and exhibition events in Hà Nội and HCM City
“The Road to Dien Bien Phu” full of emotion

“The Road to Dien Bien Phu” full of emotion

(VEN) - To mark the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - 2024), the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum held the “The Road to Dien Bien Phu” exhibition to introduce 70 outstanding artworks, such as paintings, graphics, sculptures, sketches, and posters by 34 authors produced between 1949 and 2009.
Vietnamese celebrated director to head jury at Shanghai International Film Festival

Vietnamese celebrated director to head jury at Shanghai International Film Festival

According to the organisers of the film festival, the works of the Vietnamese French director and scriptwriter, who won the Best Director Award at the 76th Cannes Film Festival in 2023 for The Taste of Things, blend the expressions of Eastern and Western cultures, with sensitivity, delicacy, and a romantic style.
HCM City launches international photo contest

HCM City launches international photo contest

Vietnamese and foreign photographers, both amateurs and professionals, are encouraged to take part in the third HCM City International Photography Contest.
Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

At the Việt Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism, ethnic minority people join State agencies and experts in preserving and introducing their communities’ cultural values to visitors.
Fansipan Rose Festival 2024 offers tourists fascinating experiences

Fansipan Rose Festival 2024 offers tourists fascinating experiences

(VEN) - Themed “A Millions Roses,” the Fansipan Rose Festival 2024 which takes place in Sa Pa, Lao Cai from April 27 to June 30, will feature unique, attractive and completely new activities.
Green transformation in tourism starts with correct understanding, awareness: expert

Green transformation in tourism starts with correct understanding, awareness: expert

Many tourism businesses still have insufficient and incorrect understanding of these principles so the implementation of green tourism within the Vietnamese business community is still limited.
7 places that are worth a visit in Điện Biên

7 places that are worth a visit in Điện Biên

Here are seven recommended places for those who intend to visit the province.
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