Under the draft decree on casino business currently open for public feedback, the Ministry of Finance suggests ticket prices of VND 2.5 million (USD 95.32) per day or VND 50 million (USD 1,906) per month for Vietnamese players.
Vietnam officially grants limited-term visa-free entry to high-profile foreigners whose presence is deemed beneficial to the country’s socio-economic development under the Government's Decree 221 dated August 8.
The Government has issued Decree 219/2025/ND-CP, effective August 7, which merges the process of reporting the demand for foreign labor into work permit applications, shortens processing times, and adds new categories of foreign workers eligible for permit exemptions in priority sectors.
From October 1, single women in Vietnam may access assisted reproductive technologies like IVF based on personal choice, under a decree recently issued by the Government, marking a major step forward in reproductive rights.
Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP providing for foreign workers in Vietnam was promulgated by the Government and takes effect on August 7, 2025.
These provisions are set forth in Decree No. 214/2025/ND-CP detailing a number of Articles and providing measures for the implementation of the Law on Procurement 2023 regarding contractor selection.
The Government has issued Resolution No. 226/NQ-CP on growth targets for sectors, fields, and localities, as well as key tasks and solutions to ensure national GDP growth of 8.3–8.5% in 2025.
Decree No. 217/2025/ND-CP on specialized inspection activities was officially promulgated on August 5, 2025.
Foreigners involved in domestic violence cases in Vietnam may face strict legal measures, while victims, regardless of nationality, are entitled to legal aid and protection under Vietnam’s law.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has proposed abolishing market-based land valuation in draft amendments to the 2024 Land Law, prompting debate over the changing roles of the State and market in land pricing.
The Ministry of Public Security has proposed amendments to immigration laws to allow visa exemption for special-category foreigners and simplify procedures for permanent residence and e-visa issuance, in line with national development and security objectives.
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