Stories from Vietnam

A delegate suggested that government tax policies should avoid placing unnecessary burdens on small business households. The delegate noted that excessively high thresholds could create unfair competition with larger enterprises and distort the market environment.

The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry released a 2026 survey report regarding the private business sector. The measures include raising tax incentives and simplifying administrative procedures. The goal is to reduce complexity in tax and accounting processes to encourage businesses to expand their scale. Strengthening information support and capacity building for business associations are also identified as fundamental steps for professional and transparent operations. The Vietnamese government is considering adjustments to tax regulations for businesses with annual revenues exceeding 3 billion VND. Additionally, Decree 45 regarding administrative penalties for environmental violations will implement fines between 500,000 VND and 1 million VND for households or individuals failing to classify household waste.

An artificial intelligence-generated play written in the style of French playwright Molière is scheduled to premiere on May 15 next year. The project, which launched in 2023, uses the Mishanjofap artificial intelligence model to process Molière's entire body of work. The system analyzes his personal library and historical texts to inform the creative process. The production involved AI generating approximately 20 versions of each scene, which were then iteratively refined by experts through 20 rounds of revisions. Literary experts and linguists reviewed the final script to ensure historical accuracy and the preservation of the playwright's characteristic humor. The production aims to blend French heritage with future technology. The event is described as a unique cultural fusion. The production aims to use contemporary artistic language to address themes of choice and loss.

The Ministry of Information and Communications reported that approximately 60 million mobile subscribers in Vietnam have verified their information.

The Vietnam Red Cross organized a humanitarian event involving blood donation activities and first aid skill training. The organization distributed 500 gift sets to families in need. The event included training sessions in Hung Yen province.

Vietnam Railways has added approximately 44,200 trips to accommodate the peak travel period from April 29 to May 3. Additional trips, designated SM-11 and SM-12, will run on peak days. The railway sector is also increasing service on routes connecting Hanoi, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, and Nha Trang. Authorities are monitoring passenger flow to deploy additional vehicles as needed. Increased security measures have been in place on various routes since April 24.

Police in Quang Yen commune, Phu Tho province, fined a man born in 1975 3 million VND for illegal trade of a wild animal. The animal belongs to group 2B in the list of endangered, precious, and rare species.

A collision occurred between a truck and a car on the route from My Hanh toward Cau Lon. The accident has caused localized traffic congestion in the area. It is currently unclear if local authorities have arrived to coordinate traffic flow.

Police in Tay Ninh province are investigating a group of youths for causing public disorder. On April 12, a group of youths from Ho Chi Minh City and Tay Ninh gathered and operated approximately 25 motorcycles.

President To Lam signed Regulation No. 19 regarding political and ideological work within the Communist Party. The regulation aims to institutionalize the resolution from the 2nd Central Committee meeting held on April 8.