The preparations for the second session of the 15th National Assembly will be conducted thoroughly in terms of contents, organisation method and necessary conditions to ensure that it will open as scheduled on October 20, the NA Standing Committee affirmed at its ongoing second meeting on August 18.

Enterprises in Hanoi have been receiving support to overcome difficulties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The People’s Committee of Dong Nai province has approved investment plans for four local roads, most of which are directly connected to Long Thanh International Airport - a driving force for investment and economic development in the southern region.

State budget revenues managed by tax agencies reached VND562.36 trillion (US$24.48 billion) in the first five months of 2021, equivalent to 50.4% of the yearly estimate and up 11.9% year-on-year.

Tax policies for the real estate sector must be carefully studied and introduced at the appropriate time to ensure feasibility and limit speculation, according to the Ministry of Finance.

The Hanoi People’s Court will reopen a trial for ex-minister of industry and trade Vu Huy Hoang and nine accomplices on April 22 for violations at the ministry and in Ho Chi Minh City that caused losses of over VND2.7 trillion (US$112.5 million).

The Ministry of Construction (MoC) and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) have requested provinces and cities review State management on land prices amid 'land fever' in some localities.

Nearly VND246.449 trillion (over US$10.7 billion) in taxes was collected for the State budget in the first two months of 2021, equivalent to 22.1% of the estimate, according to the General Department of Taxation.

The Ministry of Finance has announced it may further extend tax payment deferrals to support companies suffering from the COVID-19 pandemic this year.

Businesses may have several additional months before they have to pay income tax and land-use fees, per a proposal from the Ministry of Finance (MoF) to the Government.