The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Governor has issued a circular with the aim of standardizing the supervision and management of the operation network of microfinance institutions (MFIs) and to decentralize the authority for licensing the establishment of MFI network units.

Any gold purchase or sale worth VND 20 million (USD 758.58) or more per day must be made via the customer’s payment account and the account of the gold trading enterprise at a commercial bank or foreign bank branch.

In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the National Day (September 2), the WB official said Vietnam’s progress since the “Doi moi” (renewal) process in 1986 is one of the world’s most remarkable development stories - from one of the poorest in the world to a vibrant middle-income economy in four decades.

In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the National Day (September 2), the WB official said Vietnam’s progress since the “Doi moi” (renewal) process in 1986 is one of the world’s most remarkable development stories - from one of the poorest in the world to a vibrant middle-income economy in four decades.

The draft Law on Digital Transformation identifies digitalization as a strategic breakthrough, placing citizens and businesses at the center while calling for stronger state leadership to step up the shift toward a sustainable, inclusive and secure digital future.

The Central Bank is gathering public comments for draft decrees on the licensing and operation of banks, foreign exchange management, anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing at the International Financial Center.

The Ministry of Finance has recently proposed relieving overseas investment projects from seeking competent authorities’ approval. They instead would only have to register outbound fund transfers with the Central Bank.

From October 1, credit institutions as mandatory transferees of commercial banks placed under special control as prescribed in the Law on Credit Institutions will be entitled to 50-percent reduction of the required reserve ratio.

By 2030, the Government wants every national and sectoral database locked into a unified system. This platform will enable seamless data aggregation, interoperability across ministries and localities, and connectivity with both domestic and international information systems.

By 2030, the Government wants every national and sectoral database locked into a unified system. This platform will enable seamless data aggregation, interoperability across ministries and localities, and connectivity with both domestic and international information systems.

The Ministry of Finance is gathering feedback on a draft tax administration law to replace the 2019 Law on Tax Administration, as part of a comprehensive overhaul in line with the Politburo’s directions.

The Ministry of Finance is gathering feedback on a draft tax administration law to replace the 2019 Law on Tax Administration, as part of a comprehensive overhaul in line with the Politburo’s directions.

The Government has recently introduced new incentives in support of innovative startups, individual contractors and innovative and hi-tech products of Vietnamese origin, and specifies conditions for products to benefit from these incentives.

The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry has proposed removing 16 sectors and trades and narrowing five others from the list of those subject to conditional business investment, aiming to streamline regulations, cut compliance costs, and improve the business investment environment.

The draft decree detailing the Commercial Law and the Law on Foreign Trade Management allows provincial-level People’s Committees to continue licensing and supervising foreign-invested enterprises’ trading activities, while removing the requirement to seek approval from the MOIT.

The draft decree detailing the Commercial Law and the Law on Foreign Trade Management allows provincial-level People’s Committees to continue licensing and supervising foreign-invested enterprises’ trading activities, while removing the requirement to seek approval from the MOIT and other ministries.

Commercial service land generates stable, high returns without straining social infrastructure, but experts say a comprehensive legal framework is needed to tap its full potential for socio-economic growth.

Commercial service land generates stable, high returns without straining social infrastructure, but experts say a comprehensive legal framework is needed to tap its full potential for socio-economic growth.

In a small village nestled in northern Vietnam, generations of artisans have silently preserved the delicate art of making “khan xep” - traditional Vietnamese turbans. Once worn for ritual and respect, these handcrafted headpieces continue to embody cultural pride, craftsmanship and quiet resilience.

From June to September each year, Vietnam commemorates the 81-day-and-night battle at the Quang Tri Ancient Citadel, one of the fiercest engagements of the anti-US resistance war. Perched on the bank of the Thach Han River, the citadel became a crucible of fire and sacrifice, where thousands of Vietnamese soldiers gave their lives for national freedom.