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Gold Market Enters A New Era Of Openness, Oversight
“Việt Nam’s gold market has entered a pivotal phase of reform as new regulations come into force that both liberalise production and tighten trading oversight. The twin policy changes — lifting the State’s long-standing monopoly over bullion operations and mandating electronic payments for high-value gold transactions — mark the most significant structural shift in the […]
2024 Land Law: Unresolved Issues In Land Valuation
“After more than a year of implementation, the 2024 Land Law has revealed numerous shortcomings, among which land valuation stands out as a ‘backbone’ factor determining the effectiveness of many policies related to land recovery, compensation, resettlement and land use rights auctions. To ensure that policies are implemented effectively, fairly and sustainably, it is urgent […]
Battery-Swapping Race For E-Scooters Heating Up
“A wave of investment is surging into battery-swapping stations for electric two-wheelers as Việt Nam pushes towards green mobility, creating a multi-billion-dollar market. Most recently, South Korea’s LG Energy Solution (LGENSOL) in early October worked with Hà Nội’s authorities on the project of developing a battery-swapping network for electric motorbikes in the capital city. A […]
Use Blockchain For Cross-Border Payment, Experts Tell Workshop
“With global cross-border payments projected to reach US$320 trillion by 2032, Vietnam is being urged to adopt blockchain, stablecoins, and regulatory sandboxes to enhance competitiveness and expand financial integration. Experts say the country must act now to modernise its payment infrastructure and keep pace with international trends. At a workshop on ‘Cross-border Payments: Global Trends […]
Tech Shield: AI Solutions Protect Authentic Goods Digital Age
“According to the Department of E-commerce and Digital Economy under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in the first half of 2025, more than 33,000 products were removed and over 11,000 online shops were sanctioned for violations. In HCM City alone, the municipal Market Surveillance Department uncovered and handled 526 cases, imposing fines totaling nearly […]
Compliance Key To Unlock Opportunities From Trade Deal
“The EU-Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement offers Vietnamese enterprises the opportunity to expand their share in one of the world’s most lucrative but demanding markets. However, it can only be realised if they fully comply with its rules of origin, tariffs, environmental standards, labour, and social responsibility. This was highlighted at a seminar titled “Compliance […]
Competitive Tariff Key To Electricity Sector Development
“A competitive and transparent electricity tariff is vital for the sustainable development of the power sector as Việt Nam is pushing towards its ambitious double-digit growth target, a forum was told on Wednesday. Speaking at the online event held by the Government’s e-portal, Trịnh Quốc Vũ, Deputy Director of the Electricity Authority of Việt Nam […]
Resolutions To Generate Strong Impetus For Breakthroughs
“A coordinated push on four key Politburo resolutions will drive fresh momentum and strong breakthroughs across Việt Nam, Party General Secretary Tô Lâm said, highlighting the documents’ focus on international integration, national energy security, education and training, and public health. Speaking at a national conference in Hà Nội on Tuesday to promote the implementation of […]
Barriers Need Tackling To Fully Embrace Shift To E10 Biofuels
“As Việt Nam accelerates its energy transition, nationwide switch to E10 biofuel, gasoline blended with 10 per cent ethanol, is being prioritised for the beginning of 2026. To ensure both supply reliability and consumer acceptance, it is essential to tackle technological, policy and market barriers. Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Hồng Diên emphasised that […]