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Focus: HCMC’s Development Orientation: The 1st Congress of the HCMC Party Committee set out a long- term vision: “By the 100th anniversary of national...

Rethinking housing inequality

Housing prices reflect not only physical supply and demand but also the broader distribution of opportunity within society. When credit and tax systems favor...

Social housing for lease

“Labor mobility will remain an inevitable trend over the next 10 to 20 years; therefore, stable accommodations—ranging from short- to long-term housing—must be developed...

Creating more spaces for water

Following its merger with Binh Duong and Ba Ria - Vung Tau, HCMC will have greater latitude to implement flood-control solutions in a cohesive,...

A motivation for Mekong Delta

In the Mekong Delta, the private sector is increasingly becoming a key driver in the agriculture, processing, and green logistics value chain. This growing...

A separate law needed

“A separate tax law for real estate would not only increase convenience but also help localities manage, utilize, and develop their resources more effectively...

Diagnosing the real estate market

Editor’s Note: A series of policy proposals—ranging from credit regulations to tax measures—have recently been introduced to recalibrate Vietnam’s real estate market. The goals...

The market leaves buyers behind

As property prices in Hanoi and HCMC soar, for many residents, owning a home is becoming impossible. Experts say addressing the gap requires expanding...

Policies for heritage cities

The fifth Asia-Pacific Regional Conference of the Organization of World Heritage Cities (OWHC-AP), held in Hue City from October 14-16, focused on a crucial...

Belly fat burning for those over 50

With some simple workouts, those over 50 years of age can boost core strength and improve their build. It is more difficult for middle-aged people...

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