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Vietnam to reorganize provinces into six key development zones

On November 7, Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang presented the draft amendment to the Law on Planning and an updated version of the National Master Plan for 2021-2030, with a vision toward 2050, to the National Assembly.

Vietnam plans $7.8bil. Gia Binh airport to ease Noi Bai congestion

On the afternoon of November 6, during its 51st session, the National Assembly Standing Committee reviewed the government’s investment proposal for the Gia Binh International Airport project.

Vietnam moves to protect artists from AI misuse in intellectual property law

Lawmakers are proposing safeguards to prevent AI from exploiting artists’ voices, images, and creative styles without consent.

Livestream sellers must verify identity, false product information to be banned

The draft law on e-commerce stipulates that operators of e-commerce platforms engaged in livestream sales must verify the identity of livestream hosts in accordance with laws on electronic identification and authentication.

NA deputies call for flexible, practical approaches to PIT management

National Assembly deputies continued the ongoing 10th session on November 5 by debating three bills, namely the Law on Tax Administration (revised), the Law on Personal Income Tax (revised), and the Law on Thrift Practice and Wastefulness Combat.

‘Salary isn’t everything’: What scientists really need to stay in Vietnam

Experts urge Vietnam to create practical, empowering policies to retain scientific talent.

Vietnam lawmakers divided over raising retirement age to 65

A proposal to raise retirement age to 65 has triggered concerns among lawmakers, with many urging caution given the ongoing implementation of the 62-year plan.

Government proposes 0.1% personal income tax on gold bullion transfers

The proposed tax on gold bullion transactions aims to curb speculation and bring greater transparency to the market, but experts warn it could burden ordinary citizens.

Vietnam proposes rare earths as a special strategic resource

This morning, the National Assembly heard Minister of Agriculture and Environment Tran Duc Thang present a draft law amending several provisions of the Law on Geology and Minerals.

Ministry proposes centralised platform for electronic labour contracts

The Ministry of Home Affairs has proposed the establishment of a centralised national platform for electronic labour contracts in a bid to accelerate digital transformation in the management of labour, wage and social insurance.

Health Minister urges decentralization of military and police hospital pricing

The Health Ministry sets prices for over 1,000 medical facilities under the Ministries of National Defense and Public Security. This has created administrative complexities and contradicts decentralization principles, said the Health Minister.

Vietnam mulls stricter rules for e-commerce sellers and refund policies

During a group discussion on the draft Law on E-Commerce this afternoon, National Assembly deputies shared numerous opinions on the responsibilities of sellers and platform owners in the digital marketplace.

Lawmakers review judicial rules under two-tier administration

Lawmakers are scheduled to discuss a lot of draft laws during the 15th National Assembly's 10th session on November 4, with a focus on measures to synchronise regulations on judicial activities to align with the two-level local administration model.

Vietnam drafts salary reform for public officials and armed forces

The Party Committee of the Ministry of Home Affairs has submitted a salary and allowance reform proposal for public officials, civil servants, public employees, and armed forces personnel to the Politburo for consideration.

Lawmakers to discuss simplification of investment, business procedures

National Assembly (NA) deputies are scheduled to debate six draft laws at a plenary sitting on November 3 as part of their ongoing 10th session.

NA to focus on legislative work during third week of 10th session

Lawmakers will concentrate on legislative activities during the third working week of the 15th National Assembly (NA)'s 10th session from November 3 to 7.

House prices, gold prices, and the story of good people fearing to do good deeds

Discussing the socio-economic situation on October 29, National Assembly deputies Ha Sy Dong and Tran Huu Hau mentioned house and gold prices and the unexpected story of “good people afraid of doing good deeds”.

MOH proposes considering assault on doctors as resisting public officials

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan believes it is necessary to add regulations treating acts of violence or assault on medical staff while on duty as resisting public officials.

NA reviews draft laws on cybersecurity, digital transformation, defence industry

The 15th National Assembly on October 31 morning listened to proposals and verification reports on a slate of draft laws aimed at strengthening national security, cybersecurity and digital transformation.

Vietnam lawmakers propose grassroots rescue force for climate emergencies

Facing increasingly destructive disasters, National Assembly delegates call for local relief teams trained and ready to respond.