Under the proposal, sellers would be required to pay tax based on the total transfer value of each deal, regardless of whether the transaction results in a profit or a loss.
In a Government Office document issued on Monday, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Hoà Bình requested inspections on compliance with policies and laws for credit institutions and enterprises in gold trading activities.
When measured by value, the total of gold investment in Việt Nam still rose by 12 per cent to US$997 million, indicating that long-term demand will remain strong.
The move followed a warning issued the same day by SJC regarding counterfeit websites and Facebook pages which are impersonating its brand to deceive consumers.
The State Bank of Vietnam said it will monitor gold markets closely and coordinate with agencies to manage and stabilise the market within its authority.
The country''s total demand for gold bars and coins was 26 tonnes in the first half of this year, the highest level since 2014, according to the report.
This is one of the bold solutions raised by the SBV after the Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính asked for prompt efforts to be taken to stabilise the domestic gold market, ensuring its transparent, healthy and efficient operation.