Finance Minister proposes reforms to elevate business voices in governance.

Education Minister Nguyen Kim Son acknowledged during a National Assembly session that managing private tutoring remains a complex matter with wide social ramifications.

The Minister of Construction has firmly asserted that private investors participating in railway development projects will never be allowed to sell such projects to foreign parties.

Finance Minister Nguyen Van Thang addressed Parliament, highlighting that public investment disbursement has improved after five months. New legislation aims to enhance decentralization and empower local governance.

Millions of household businesses are more concerned about tax procedures and calculations than the obligation to pay, according to Finance Minister Nguyen Van Thang during a parliamentary Q&A.

From January 2026, all products must provide accessible digital traceability data, aiming to strengthen consumer trust and prevent fraud.

Hai Phong plans to establish a 6,470 hectare free trade zone (FTZ), offering outstanding investment incentives such as exemptions from land rents and specialized inspections for qualified goods.

The 15th National Assembly (NA) deliberated the draft revised Railway Law at its 9th session on June 18, with the majority of lawmakers stressing that the law is essential to institutionalise the Party’s guidelines and the State's policies.

Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.

Health Minister Dao Hong Lan affirmed that through competitive bidding, all medications supplied to hospitals must have verified origins. Therefore, while counterfeit drugs may exist in the marketplace, they are not present in hospitals.

“Surplus public assets following local government restructuring will be prioritized for educational and healthcare institutions,” said Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang in his address to the National Assembly on June 18.

At a National Assembly session, Defense Minister Phan Van Giang acknowledged the extraordinary challenges and contributions of Vietnam's female UN peacekeepers.

Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh emphasized that the revision of the Railway Law aims to consolidate all special mechanisms for railway development projects into a single, unified legal foundation.

Starting from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026, the value-added tax (VAT) rate will be reduced to 8% for specific goods and services as outlined in Clause 3, Article 9 of the Law on VAT.

The National Assembly's Science, Technology and Environment Committee has urged the drafting agency to seek higher-level approval for special mechanisms and policies outlined in the amended draft of the Railway Law.

The National Assembly passes a historic reform, simplifying local governance to province and commune levels.

On the morning of June 16, the National Assembly passed an amended law on advertising, increasing accountability for advertisers, especially celebrities and influencers.

The amended Employment Law broadens coverage to part-time and short-term contract workers, taking effect in 2026.

Lawmakers have approved a new tax regime targeting public health risks like sugary beverages, tobacco, and alcohol.

With a landmark vote, Vietnam reduces its provinces from 63 to 34, advancing an ambitious plan to streamline governance and foster sustainable development.