Ngoc Anh Nguyen

2 months ago | english.thesaigontimes.vn | Ngoc Anh Nguyen |Ngọc Nguyễn

As countries and territories worldwide aim for carbon neutrality by 2050, carbon pricing policies are emerging as a crucial tool in achieving this target. By proactively adapting to this global trend, businesses can optimize costs while fulfilling environmental expectations of customers and investors. Carbon pricing Carbon pricing has emerged as a vital policy tool for addressing climate change in many countries and territories. The first carbon tax was introduced by Finland in 1990.

2 months ago | english.thesaigontimes.vn | Gia Nghi |Ngoc Anh Nguyen |Ngọc Nguyễn

HCMC – Arabica coffee prices surged by 5.85% to a new high of US$$7,662 per ton between January 20 and 26, while Robusta beans climbed by nearly 10.8% to US$$5,544 per ton. According to the Mercantile Exchange of Vietnam (MXV), the raw materials market showed notable differentiation during the last week, with the industrial raw materials sector closing the week on a strong note, particularly coffee.

2 months ago | english.thesaigontimes.vn | Ngoc Anh Nguyen |Ngọc Dung Nguyễn

HCMC – Fines totaling nearly VND20 billion were imposed on more than 7,500 traffic violation cases on January 27, coinciding with the 28th of the final lunar month, the third day of the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday. The Traffic Police Department said this afternoon, January 27, that a total of 52 traffic accidents occurred on the day, leaving 26 people dead and 36 others injured. Compared to the same period in 2024, this represents a decrease of 32 accidents, 12 fatalities, and 33 injuries.

2 months ago | english.thesaigontimes.vn | Ngoc Anh Nguyen |Ngọc Dung Nguyễn

HCMC – Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra has submitted a proposal to the Government outlining its organizational structure that has 14 ministries and three ministerial-level agencies. The Government is set to present the proposal to the National Assembly during an extraordinary session scheduled from February 12 to 17 for review and approval. The proposal outlines that the Government, following the restructuring, will consist of 14 ministries and three ministerial-level agencies.

2 months ago | english.thesaigontimes.vn | Gia Nghi |Ngoc Anh Nguyen |Ngọc Nguyễn

HCMC – The Ministry of Transport has directed relevant units to swiftly deploy the smart transport system, automated toll collection, and additional utility services on the North-South Expressway. In a just-issued directive, the ministry calls for expediting investment in smart traffic management, automated toll collection, vehicle weight control, and rest areas along the North-South Expressway.