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Vietnam’s prime minister calls for fewer healthcare intermediaries

29 October 2026

Procurement reform would give hospitals more bargaining room. Suppliers face pressure to justify margins while preserving delivery, financing and equipment support.

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Policy & Regulation

Hanoi appoints Nguyễn Đức Long as deputy health director

The Xanh Pôn hospital director joins a health authority balancing treatment demand with preventive care. His allocation of duties will shape the consequences for providers.

29 October 2026

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Policy & Regulation

Vietnam’s insurance and private-provider mix is changing how hospitals think about pricing and volume

Vietnam shows how health insurance & private providers can shape demand, procurement and operating risk for Healthcare Intelligence Asia readers.

6 July 2026

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