AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPopulation Policy Shift: Vietnam’s new Population Law took effect July 1, adding childbirth subsidies, extending maternity leave for second births, and doubling paternity leave—while analysts warn it may be too late to stop rapid aging as fertility hit a record low of 1.91 in 2024. Legal & Digital Economy: The Ministry of Justice marks 25 years of secured transactions registration, stressing the system must keep pace with the digital economy and support clearer property rights for movable assets. Justice Reform: A push to further improve Vietnam’s Penal Code is framed as part of building a more modern, transparent and humane criminal law system. Business & Trade: Experts urged Vietnamese firms to boost competitiveness for deeper Vietnam–US ties as trade remedy measures tighten, especially in steel, wood, and agriculture. Industry & Energy: Vietnam’s industrial parks are being positioned as the backbone for the next industrial leap, with new focus on energy security, logistics, digital upgrades and green standards. Travel Disruption: Vietnam Airlines adjusted Taiwan-bound flights due to Typhoon Bavi, with some cancellations and schedule changes plus extra aircraft capacity on key routes. Local Development: Bac Ninh seeks deeper Japanese partnership in AI and semiconductors, highlighting dozens of Japanese-invested projects and plans for smart, eco-friendly industrial ecosystems.
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