HCM City is proposing a new urban administration model that aims to streamline the state governance system and ensure people’s rights and obligations.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment is considering revising the Law on Environmental Protection which took effect in 2014.

Statistics from the Vietnam Maritime Administration showed that despite being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the total volume of goods through Vietnamese seaports reached nearly 485.3 million tonnes in the first eight months of this year.

VOV.VN - Individuals who commit administrative violations in national border management and protection will face a maximum fine of VND50 million (US$2,160) under a newly-issued decree.

The Vietnam Golden Book of Innovation 2020, showcasing innovative projects and solutions in science and technology, was released at a ceremony in Hanoi on August 24.

The National Reporting Platform was launched at a ceremony in Hanoi on August 19.

The General Department of Taxation has reported that it has completed the integration of additional 27 administrative procedures into the national public service portal, lifting the total number of online public services provided through the portal to 120

VOV.VN - Air quality in localities throughout the northern region have shown signs of improvement, according to data collected by the Vietnam Environment Administration under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

Standing Deputy PM Truong Hoa Binh urged the Ministry of Industry and Trade to accelerate administrative reform, focusing on institutional development and ensuring a uniform institutional system to meet State management requirements.

Hanoi should focus on improving its infrastructure system while hastening administrative reforms to attract investors eyeing Vietnam amid the global production shift, experts have said.