The Government has explained its proposal to raise the maximum administrative fine for organizations to VND 3 billion, amid concerns that the level is too high and hard to enforce. The draft amended Law on Handling Administrative Violations would lift the cap for individuals from VND 1 billion to VND 1.5 billion and for organizations from VND 2 billion to VND 3 billion, and also raise caps in some sectors. Some commenters warn that fines beyond the financial capacity of many individuals and small and medium enterprises could prompt evasion and weaken enforcement. The Government says the increase aims to keep pace with base salary growth and per capita income, and to strengthen deterrence in areas such as environmental protection, food safety, product quality, fire prevention and healthcare. It will also study temporary revocation of licenses and practising certificates, temporary suspension of operations, and confiscation of exhibits and vehicles used in violations.
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