Hanoi, April 9 -- The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee convened a session on April 9 to give opinions on a draft NA resolution on the promulgation of several provisions regarding environmental protection tax, value-added tax (VAT) and excise tax on petrol, oil and aviation fuel, aimed at stabilising prices and supporting the economy.

Presenting the Government's proposal, Minister of Finance Ngo Van Tuan stressed that escalating tensions in the Middle East have triggered sharp fluctuations in global energy prices, particularly oil and gas, disrupting supply chains and pushing up crude oil prices. These developments have significantly impacted Vietnam's fuel market, driving up retail prices in a short period and affecting business...