Vietnam to Introduce New Disaster Relief Scheme for Households
Vietnam is considering a new scheme to provide direct financial aid of up to USD 3,000 to households hit by natural disasters. This initiative, inspired by Thailand's existing insurance program, aims to mitigate economic vulnerability among citizens.
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