There is virtually no room for further consumer price index (CPI) increases in the remaining months of the year, and ministries, sectors and localities must focus on effective price management.
The rubber industry has significant opportunity to participate in the carbon market, given the trees'' long growth cycle, large biomass and ability to absorb and store carbon.
The Government''s inflation target remains within reach despite mounting headwinds. Several forecasts suggest inflation can stay below 4.5 per cent this year if international oil prices continue to retreat. Extending domestic fuel tax incentives through year-end, along with stable electricity...
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Văn Thắng has asked for flexible price management scenarios and careful assessment of inflationary impacts to keep inflation under control while supporting economic growth.
Inflation in 2026 is forecast to edge up to 3.5 per cent, still below the National Assembly’s target, though double-digit growth and exchange rate pressures will demand cautious policies, experts said in Hà Nội on Monday.
The Ministry of Finance has asked price management to be enhanced ahead Tết (Lunar New Yeat) to prevent abnormal fluctuations during the peak holiday period.
Many National Assembly (NA) deputies during discussions on May 21 voiced support for the Government''s proposal to extend the two per cent value-added tax (VAT) reduction through to the end of 2026.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has proposed fee reductions to the Ministry of Finance for the second half of the year, aiming to support business activities and promote online public services.
The proposal, which recommends maintaining this VAT reduction until December 31, 2026, was presented by Minister of Finance Nguyễn Văn Thắng during the ongoing National Assembly (NA) session.
Such factors as adjusted healthcare fees, and higher transportation costs and food prices led to a 0.98 per cent rise in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in January.
Businesses in the film industry have proposed a reduction in the value added tax (VAT) from current 5 per cent to 3 per cent in order to promote the development of the industry.
The Ministry of Finance (MoF), in the latest submission to the Government, has proposed a plan to consider not reducing registration fees for domestically produced and assembled cars.