Vietnam to Curb Land Speculation with Higher Tax on Idle Land
Vietnam is considering a 0.2% tax on idle land to curb waste and speculation. While intended to discourage hoarding, some argue the rate is insufficient to pressure speculators. This move comes as Vietnam grapples with managing its rapid economic growth and land market dynamics.
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