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Vinachem and Air Liquide Exchange Memorandum of Understanding in the Presence of General Secretary and State President To Lam
On October 22, 2026, in Brussels (Kingdom of Belgium), Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem) and Air Liquide Group exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to evaluate energy efficiency, air separation modernization, and low-carbon hydrogen solutions.

Vinachem and Air Liquide Exchange Memorandum of Understanding in the Presence of General Secretary and State President To Lam
On October 22, 2026, in Brussels (Kingdom of Belgium), Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem) and Air Liquide Group exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to evaluate energy efficiency, air separation modernization, and low-carbon hydrogen solutions.
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Renovating the Operations of the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises
Renovating the operations of the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises, improving operational efficiency and promoting the investment resources of the 19 affiliated State economic groups and corporations.

Weak Domestic Capacity: What Does Vietnam's Industry Need to Do?
Social resources should be used effectively to focus on building and improving the capacity and productivity of domestic industrial enterprises, creating greater added value and participating more deeply in supply chains.

Warning: Individuals Impersonating Market Surveillance Officials to Make Fraudulent Calls for Personal Gain
The Gia Lai Provincial Market Surveillance Department has received reports from business organisations and individuals about individuals impersonating Market Surveillance officials to commit fraud and seek personal gain.

8 Business Associations Propose Lowering Social Insurance Contribution Rates
Eight major business associations have petitioned competent authorities to reduce compulsory social insurance contribution rates, arguing that the combined 25% contribution rate for retirement and survivorship funds is substantially higher than regional peers.

Crude Oil Prices on April 21: Continued Decline as Recession Fears Mount in the US
Crude oil prices slid further to around $81 per barrel on April 21 as heightened US recession concerns and potential Federal Reserve rate hikes weighed heavily on market sentiment.

Crude Oil Prices on April 13: Surge to $87/Barrel on Hopes FED Will Soon Halt Rate Hikes
Crude oil jumped 2% to near $87 per barrel on April 13, boosted by cooling US March inflation data that reinforced investor expectations of an imminent pause in Federal Reserve rate hikes.

2% VAT Reduction: Ministry of Finance Proposes Two Options
The Ministry of Finance has drafted two options for a 2% Value-Added Tax (VAT) cut in 2023 to stimulate consumption, support businesses, and promote macroeconomic recovery.

Retirement Age Deemed Too High
Public opinions on the draft revised Social Insurance Law suggest creating differentiated retirement age standards between private enterprise workers and public sector employees.

Prime Minister Issues Official Dispatch: Urgently Resolving Fire Prevention and Fighting Obstacles
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh signed Official Dispatch No. 220/CD-TTg ordering ministries and localities to urgently resolve bottlenecks in fire prevention and fighting (FPF) regulations.

Should Retirement Age Be Strictly Regulated?
Workers and experts weigh in on the draft revised Social Insurance Law, advocating for pension eligibility based on contribution tenure rather than rigid retirement age thresholds.

Renovating the Operations of the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises
Renovating the operations of the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises, improving operational efficiency and promoting the investment resources of the 19 affiliated State economic groups and corporations.

Weak Domestic Capacity: What Does Vietnam's Industry Need to Do?
Social resources should be used effectively to focus on building and improving the capacity and productivity of domestic industrial enterprises, creating greater added value and participating more deeply in supply chains.

Warning: Individuals Impersonating Market Surveillance Officials to Make Fraudulent Calls for Personal Gain
The Gia Lai Provincial Market Surveillance Department has received reports from business organisations and individuals about individuals impersonating Market Surveillance officials to commit fraud and seek personal gain.

8 Business Associations Propose Lowering Social Insurance Contribution Rates
Eight major business associations have petitioned competent authorities to reduce compulsory social insurance contribution rates, arguing that the combined 25% contribution rate for retirement and survivorship funds is substantially higher than regional peers.

Crude Oil Prices on April 21: Continued Decline as Recession Fears Mount in the US
Crude oil prices slid further to around $81 per barrel on April 21 as heightened US recession concerns and potential Federal Reserve rate hikes weighed heavily on market sentiment.

Crude Oil Prices on April 13: Surge to $87/Barrel on Hopes FED Will Soon Halt Rate Hikes
Crude oil jumped 2% to near $87 per barrel on April 13, boosted by cooling US March inflation data that reinforced investor expectations of an imminent pause in Federal Reserve rate hikes.

2% VAT Reduction: Ministry of Finance Proposes Two Options
The Ministry of Finance has drafted two options for a 2% Value-Added Tax (VAT) cut in 2023 to stimulate consumption, support businesses, and promote macroeconomic recovery.

Retirement Age Deemed Too High
Public opinions on the draft revised Social Insurance Law suggest creating differentiated retirement age standards between private enterprise workers and public sector employees.

Prime Minister Issues Official Dispatch: Urgently Resolving Fire Prevention and Fighting Obstacles
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh signed Official Dispatch No. 220/CD-TTg ordering ministries and localities to urgently resolve bottlenecks in fire prevention and fighting (FPF) regulations.

Should Retirement Age Be Strictly Regulated?
Workers and experts weigh in on the draft revised Social Insurance Law, advocating for pension eligibility based on contribution tenure rather than rigid retirement age thresholds.