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Special consumption tax to be imposed on petrol to meet environmental goals

Special consumption tax to be imposed on petrol to meet environmental goals

Environmental pollution is on the rise, and without imposing a tax on petrol, it will be difficult to change consumer behavior, the minister stated. A special consumption tax on petrol has been in place since 1998.
Moodys Ratings, VNBA work on green finance

Moody's Ratings, VNBA work on green finance

The Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) and Moody''s Ratings agreed to boost cooperation on green finance through seminars and technical exchanges.
Proposed 20% tax on real estate profits sparks concerns

Proposed 20% tax on real estate profits sparks concerns

A proposal to impose a 20-per-cent tax on profits from real estate transfers could negative impacts on the housing market and overall accessibility for homebuyers.
Fuel prices cut again

Fuel prices cut again

Việt Nam’s retail fuel prices were reduced for the second consecutive time from 3pm on May 8, under an urgent directive issued on the same day by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT).
Green finance fuels push for sustainable growth

Green finance fuels push for sustainable growth

As Việt Nam accelerates its transition toward a green economy, green finance is becoming a central pillar of the country’s development strategy - essential to unlocking the capital needed to meet its net-zero goals and ensure a just, inclusive shift...
VCCI proposes definitions on developing regional, international financial centres

VCCI proposes definitions on developing regional, international financial centres

The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) say that the draft does not mention large customers who use financial service such as corporations, parent and holding companies.
Finance ministry proposes changes in new personal income tax law

Finance ministry proposes changes in new personal income tax law

The replacement law is set to be approved by the National Assembly at its 11th session in May 2026.
Securities clearing regulation amendment proposed

Securities clearing regulation amendment proposed

The Ministry of Finance has proposed amending a regulation in order to help secure a Vietnamese stock market upgrade to an emerging market.
Private sector key to Việt Nams green transition: IFCs insight

Private sector key to Việt Nam's green transition: IFC’s insight

Việt Nam News speaks with Thomas Jacobs, International Finance Corporation (IFC) country manager for Việt Nam, Cambodia, and Laos, about the private sector''s role in Việt Nam''s green transition.
100 most valuable Vietnamese brands on the limelight

100 most valuable Vietnamese brands on the limelight

This year’s Brand Finance Vietnam 100 Report was also released to provide a comprehensive picture of the valuations.
Family tax deduction rate under review: MoF

Family tax deduction rate under review: MoF

Given the evolving economic landscape and changes in living standards, The Ministry of Finance is conducting a comprehensive review and assessment of the Personal Income Tax Law, which includes the consideration of family circumstance deductions.
Ministry proposes service fees for securities sector

Ministry proposes service fees for securities sector

Service fees would apply to the Việt Nam Stock Exchange, its subsidiaries and the Việt Nam Securities Depository and Clearing Corporation.
Green finance critical to realise green growth targets: conference

Green finance critical to realise green growth targets: conference

A conference held by the Economy and Forecast Magazine on Tuesday in Hà Nội learned that Việt Nam needs huge resources to achieve green growth targets.
Proposal to enhance regulation of market manipulation in stocks

Proposal to enhance regulation of market manipulation in stocks

The MoF emphasised the importance of amending and supplementing regulations on market manipulation in Decree 156 to align with current market realities.
State to focus on managing its investments

State to focus on managing its investments

Representatives from the MoF and the SBV said the state agencies appreciate contributions from credit institutions and state-owned enterprises across the country.