On September 3, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Circular No. 48/2025/TT-BCT amending and supplementing a number of articles of Circular No. 28/2009/TT-BCT dated September 28, 2009, on certification of tariff rate quotas for natural honey exported to Japan under the Agreement between the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and Japan for an Economic Partnership (VJEPA). This Circular takes effect on the date of signing.
This matter is stated in Official Dispatch No. 13921/BTC-NSNN regarding difficulties and obstacles in implementing the payment of benefits and policies under Decree No. 178/2024/ND-CP and Decree No. 67/2025/ND-CP.
The Government has issued a new resolution on the two-tier local administration model, calling on ministries and localities to streamline regulations and procedures to better serve citizens and boost socio-economic growth.
The Government is drafting a resolution to introduce special mechanisms and policies aimed at removing obstacles in the implementation of the 2024 Law on Geology and Minerals. The proposal seeks to streamline procedures, improve resource allocation, and ensure adequate supplies of raw materials for national priority projects.
Circular No. 25/2025/TT-NHNN amending Circular No. 17/2024/TT-NHNN on the opening and use of payment accounts at payment service providers was promulgated on August 31, 2025.
The Government has signed for approval Decree 238, providing tuition exemption for individuals studying in specific fields that meet the demands of socio-economic development, national defense, and security as prescribed by the Law on Higher Education.
The Ministry of Health has issued Official Dispatch No. 5786/BYT-ATTP on strengthening the control of the production, trading, and advertising of nutritional products for young children, feeding bottles, and artificial teats.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed two electricity pricing options for electric vehicle charging. The proposals, now open for public comment, aim to ensure appropriate charging tariffs as the country is expected to expand its charging infrastructure in the coming time.
The revised Law on Tax Administration proposes, for the first time, regulations on international tax administration in order to make domestic tax regulations conformable with global standards, intensify efforts against cross-border tax evasion, and protect taxpayers’ lawful rights and interests.
The Government on September 3 issued Decree 240/2025/ND-CP, regulating the establishment, management, and use of a fund for defense policy and foreign affairs.
Circular 88/2025/TT-BTC issued by the Ministry of Finance on September 03, 2025, has amended and supplemented regulations on electronic reporting for securities investment fund management companies and branches of securities companies.
On September 03, 2025, the Government issued Decree No. 238/2025/ND-CP providing for policies on tuition fees, exemption from and reduction of tuition fees, support for tuition fees, support for study expenses, and educational service prices in the field of education and training. This Decree takes effect on the signing date.
Vietnamese citizens and foreigners may be selected and assigned professional tasks by competent authorities to become Vietnam-based chief engineers and chief architects under new criteria established by the Government.
Official Letter No. 2968/CT-VP of the Department of Taxation, issued on August 5, 2025, provides guidance on updating the English names of agencies, units, and positions within the taxation system.
The year 2025 marks a transformative period for Vietnam’s financial market, characterized by deeper integration with international standards, particularly in asset management and investment. Fund management companies—key intermediaries in capital mobilization and allocation—are increasingly subject to rigorous state supervision to ensure transparency, systemic safety, and investor protection.
Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh has issued a decision that outlines the coordination principles, objectives, forms, scope and responsibilities in preventing and combating activities by organizations and individuals abroad to transfer funds and assets to activities that harm national security or terrorist acts.
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