The Prime Minister has recently requested the Ministry of Construction to review construction-related administrative procedures, aiming to reduce administrative processing time, compliance costs, and business conditions by 30 percent by the end of 2025
A number of regulations concerning invoicing, securities, and foreign investment will become effective from June.
Under the Government's action plan to implement Politburo Resolution 68-NQ/TW, the Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Vietnam will play a pivotal role in improving institutions and facilitating access to land and credit resources for the private economic sector.
As provided in Decree No. 104/2025/ND-CP of the Government detailing a number of articles and implementing measures of the Law on Notarization.
The National Assembly, with 429 out of 434 lawmakers in attendance voting in favor, on May 17 adopted Resolution 198/2025/QH15, introducing a range of supportive policies aimed at strengthening the private sector. These include measures to improve access to credit, facilitate land use, provide tax incentives, and ensure that economic relations are not subject to unwarranted criminalization. The Resolution officially took effect on the same day.
Decree No. 105/2025/ND-CP on detailing a number of articles and implementing measures of the Law on Fire Prevention and Fighting and Rescue and Salvage is issued by the Government on May 15, 2025 and takes effect on July 01, 2025
Under Article 50 of the 2024 Law on Social Insurance (the Law), which will take effect on July 1 this year, employees will be entitled to maternity benefits if falling into certain cases.
The State Bank of Vietnam is gathering public input on a draft law revising the 2024 Law on Credit Institutions, which proposes the legalization of three policies piloted under Resolution 42/2017/QH14, with a focus on strengthening the management of non-performing loans and dispersing risks.
On May 13, the Prime Minister issued a directive urging the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), relevant ministries, and agencies to intensify efforts to effectively manage the gold market.
On May 17, 2025, the National Assembly officially issues the Resolution No. 198/2025/QH15 on certain special mechanisms and policies for the development of the private sector.
On May 13, 2025, the Prime Minister issued Telegram No. 65/CD-TTg on launching a nationwide peak campaign to prevent and suppress smuggling, trade fraud, counterfeit goods, and intellectual property rights infringement.
This is the key content of Official Telegram No. 63/CD-TTg on strengthening discipline, enhancing responsibility, addressing shortcomings, and creating a favorable investment and business environment for enterprises, issued on May 12, 2025.
Vietnam's seaport sector has emerged as a crucial pillar of the nation's economic development strategy, offering compelling investment opportunities for both domestic and international stakeholders. As the country continues to position itself as a key player in global maritime trade, understanding the comprehensive framework of investment incentives becomes essential for potential investors.
In recent years, Vietnam's rapid maritime sector growth has brought environmental challenges to the forefront of industry concerns. As seaports continue to expand their operations, implementing effective environmental compliance measures has become crucial for sustainable development and regulatory adherence.
The maritime industry in Vietnam continues to evolve, bringing with it increasingly complex labor regulations that port operators and employers must navigate. This comprehensive guide examines the latest seaport labor laws and provides detailed guidelines for ensuring compliance in 2025.
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