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New rules proposed to limit civil servant managerial terms to five years

Vietnam proposes term limits for public managers to ensure periodic performance reviews and prevent entrenched leadership.

Driver’s license now issued in 4.5 days under sweeping new reforms

The Prime Minister has approved a 35% cut in processing time for driver’s licenses and major reductions in registration fees nationwide.

New regulations aim to prevent, combat terrorist financing

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued Decision No. 30/2025/QD-TTg, establishing new regulations for inter-agency coordination to prevent and combat the financing of activities that threaten Vietnam’s national security or are linked to terrorism.

Vietnam eases restrictions on foreign naval visits

The Vietnamese government has issued Decree No. 234 outlining updated regulations for visits by foreign military vessels to Vietnam and for outbound missions by Vietnamese warships.

HCM City offers cash bonus for women having two children before age 35

Women in Ho Chi Minh City who give birth to two children before the age of 35 will now receive a financial support of 5 million VND (approximately USD 210), an increase of 2 million VND compared to the previous policy.

Automakers warn new fuel rule could cripple Vietnam’s car market by 2030

Vietnam’s proposed fuel-efficiency targets could eliminate nearly all gasoline cars and shake up the entire automotive industry.

Vietnam ends state control over gold bullion production

The government has officially issued Decree No. 232/2025, amending and supplementing several articles of Decree No. 24/2012 on the management of gold trading activities.

Hanoi accelerates drive to attract strategic investors

On August 20, the Hanoi People's Committee issued Official Letter No. 4697/UBND-KT to implement Resolution No. 17/2025/NQ-HDND regarding the attraction of strategic investors.

Gov't mulls community service as new penalty for traffic offences

Vietnam is set to put the brakes on traffic offences by introducing community service as a supplementary penalty, aiming to ease mounting road safety concerns.

Vietnam strengthens digital transaction security with new signature rules

Vietnam introduces new digital signature regulations to strengthen online transaction security and legal integrity.

Vietnam boosts health insurance subsidy, easing burden on students

Starting with the 2025-2026 academic year, tens of millions of students across Vietnam will pay less for health insurance after the government increased its subsidy rate from 30% to 50%.

Foreign experts may get fast-track Vietnamese citizenship after assignments

Vietnam considers granting priority citizenship to foreign experts who complete national projects in science, technology, and innovation.

Ministry to announce unprecedented changes regarding real estate market

The Ministry of Construction (MOC) is finalizing and upgrading the housing and real estate market information system to ensure that 100 percent of the data is "accurate, complete, clean, and live”.

Vietnam’s ETC overhaul to impact millions of drivers in October

Vietnam will block 4.4 million cars from using ETC lanes unless they update to verified traffic accounts linked to cashless payments.

Watchdog to crack down on Key Opinion Leaders for false ads online

The amended Advertising Law will tighten online advertisement management, especially for celebrities.

Maximum fine of 3,000 USD proposed for violating invoice regulations

Fines of up to 80 million VND (3,050 USD) could be imposed for not issuing invoices when selling goods or providing services, according to a proposal from the Ministry of Finance.

Vietnam makes bold move to attract foreign experts with relaxed labor laws

From August 7, 2025, foreign workers involved in innovation and digital transformation sectors in Vietnam will no longer be required to obtain a work permit, according to a newly issued government decree.

Children’s car seats to be mandatory in Vietnam from 2026

Starting January 1, 2026, a new regulation under Vietnam’s Road Traffic Order and Safety Law (effective from January 1, 2025) will mandate the use of child safety seats in cars.

Vietnamese casino-goers may face $100 daily entry fee under new rules

The Ministry of Finance has proposed that Vietnamese citizens wishing to enter casinos must purchase an entry ticket, priced at 2.5 million VND ($100) per 24-hour period or 50 million VND ($2,000) per month.

Fully autonomous cars not yet suitable for Vietnam’s road conditions: Ministry

The Ministry of Public Security (MoPS) has proposed fully autonomous motor vehicles should be restricted and require operational permits.