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May foreign tourists bring their own vehicles into Vietnam?
According to Government Decree 151 issued in 2024, detailing a number of articles of, and measures to implement, the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety, foreign visitors may drive their motor vehicles into Vietnam but must comply with specific requirements.
11/02/2025
Vietnam approves carbon market development project
By June, Vietnam will complete the legal framework for the exchange of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission quotas and carbon credits, including development of mechanisms for carbon credit trading and offsetting, and establish necessary infrastructure for carbon market operations.
10/02/2025
Country to improve legal framework for atomic energy development and application
The Prime Minister has recently approved a decision to improve the legal system, policies, and the state management agency on atomic energy in accordance with international practices.
10/02/2025
PM demands comprehensive reports on delayed investment projects
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested comprehensive reports on delayed investment projects and those with challenges in order to take measures to remove the bottlenecks for immediate implementation.
10/02/2025
Premier orders support for workers staying on construction sites during Tet
Competent ministries, sectors and localities must provide care and support for workers remaining on construction sites during the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday, according to Official Dispatch 06 issued by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 25.
06/02/2025
PM requests focus on key tasks right after Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 4 directed ministries, agencies, local authorities, organizations, and individuals to immediately resume work after the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.
06/02/2025
Government extends VAT cut till June 30, 2025
The Government has recently decided to extend a reduction in value-added tax (VAT) for the next six months, starting from January 1 this year.
05/02/2025
New rule to simplify business conditions for vehicle inspection centers
From January 1 this year, vehicle inspection centers can be established at bus stations and rest stops, according to Government Decree 166/2024/ND-CP dated December 26, on business conditions for the operation and establishment of vehicle inspection centers.
04/02/2025
Law on Health Insurance revised to provide more benefits for patients
Patients diagnosed to suffer certain rare diseases, serious diseases, or diseases requiring surgery or advanced technology application may have examination and treatment costs wholly covered by the health insurance fund at the law-specified benefit levels without having to go through hospital referral as under current regulations.
04/02/2025
Legislature completes legal framework for pharmacy chains, online drug trading
The National Assembly on November 21, 2024, passed the Law revising a number of articles of the 2016 Pharmacy Law, which is expected to create a legal corridor for the development of new pharmaceutical business methods.
04/02/2025
Data Law to facilitate cross-border data transfer, processing
As of July 1, agencies, organizations and individuals will be free to transfer data from abroad to Vietnam, process foreign data in Vietnam, and have their lawful rights and interests protected by the State, according to the 2024 Data Law.
28/01/2025
New law aims at facilitating geological and mineral management
The Geology and Mineral Law, which was passed on November 29, 2024, and will come into force on July 1 this year, is expected to help create a consistent and unified legal framework for the management and exploitation of geological resources and minerals.
27/01/2025
National action plan for circular economy till 2035 issued
The Deputy Prime Minister on January 23 signed Decision 222/QD-TTg, promulgating the national action plan for putting circular economy into practice until 2035.
24/01/2025
Traffic safety measures needed to be enhanced nationwide: PM
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 12 issued Official Dispatch 132/CD-TTg, requiring ministries, sectors and localities to take critical measures to better ensure traffic order and safety.
23/12/2024
Government specifies conditions for foreign drivers, vehicles operating in Vietnam
From January 1, 2025, foreign tourists can bring a variety of motor vehicles into Vietnam, including passenger cars, whether right-hand or left-hand drive, capable of carrying up to eight passengers (excluding the driver), mobile home vehicles, and two-wheeled motorcycles.
23/12/2024
PM orders faster implementation of social housing projects
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 10 urged relevant agencies to address obstacles hindering the progress of social housing projects, aiming to enhance the effectiveness of social housing development and meet the growing demands of people.
20/12/2024