An 18-meter durian tower, inspired by the E De people's traditional "gui" basket, has been erected at 10 March Square, serving as a focal point for the Dak Lak Durian Festival 2026.
Deputy Minister Hoang Trung, formerly of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, has been accused of bribery, enacting illegal policies, serving group interests, and illicitly profiting a substantial amount in connection with durian export activities.
Durian prices have rebounded after a period of decline, combined with preferential customs clearance policies for agricultural products, potentially pushing fruit and vegetable exports to surpass the 1 billion USD mark in a single month for the first time in July.
The Customs Department mandates same-day clearance for exported agricultural, forestry, and aquatic products, deploying staff for extended hours and holidays to assist businesses.
Amid market uncertainties for durian, Dak Lak is set to host its inaugural auction of approximately 4,600 tons of export-standard durian, aiming to directly connect businesses with growers.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development will remove rigid area requirements, digitize the issuance of cultivation area codes, and shift towards post-inspection to facilitate agricultural exports.
