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Is the Sharp Rise in Black Market USD Rates a Cause for Concern?
The black market USD price is inching closer to 28,000 VND per USD, surpassing the official market rate by over 1,000 VND. Experts suggest that while the unofficial market is rising, it’s unlikely to significantly impact the broader economy, as the State Bank continues to intervene to stabilize USD rates within the banking sector.
Reviving Ho Chi Minh City’s $430 Million Flood Control Project: The Final Step
After years of stagnation, the project to address tidal flooding in Ho Chi Minh City, incorporating climate change factors—Phase 1 (commonly known as the 10-trillion-VND anti-flooding project)—is now on the brink of relaunching.
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Could Exceed 100 Million VND
Starting in 2026, the maximum salary threshold for unemployment insurance contributions may surpass 100 million VND per month, following adjustments to regional minimum wage levels.
