The Ministry of Industry and Trade proposes amending Decision 14/2025 so the five-tier residential electricity price schedule can take effect early, instead of waiting for the next average retail price adjustment, because a transitional clause currently keeps the six-tier structure. According to the ministry, about 94% of households would pay less, with those using around 400 kWh a month saving about 3.6%, while a customer using 1,182 kWh a month would pay nearly VND 190,000 more. The average price stays at VND 2,204.07 per kWh, and electricity prices have not been adjusted since mid-2025. The ministry also seeks early application of the new schedules for EV charging stations and tourist accommodation, as well as the peak and off-peak hours under Decision 963/2026, which have not yet been implemented.
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Original headline: Bộ Công Thương đề xuất sớm áp biểu giá điện sinh hoạt 5 bậc
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