The government remains steadfast in removing obsolete regulations that restrict business operations, while preventing the introduction of new regulations implying higher costs for enterprises.

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc requested strict punishment for those providing inaccurate medical declaration upon arriving in Vietnam.

The UK embassy in Hanoi has sent a note to Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Health, requesting the repatriation of the British pilot.

The new country director is expected to provide the leadership needed to further strengthen the World Bank’s financing and knowledge engagements with Vietnam.

EVFTA provides a means of market diversification for EU and Vietnamese businesses.