Vietnam News
SBV sticks to 0% rate to fight off dollarisation
Measures implemented by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to fight off the dollarisation of the economy, highlighted by the 0% interest rate for deposits made in US dollars, have produced positive effects in stabilising the exchange market, increasing foreign reserves, remittance flows and foreign investments, said economists.
New land and housing laws expected to better allocate resources for economic growth
Starting August 1, 2024, three key laws - the 2024 Land Law, the amended Housing Law, and the amended Real Estate Business Law came into effect. These laws are expected to significantly boost the land, housing, and real estate markets by improving legal frameworks, removing obstacles, and better allocating resources for economic growth.
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