Vietnam to issue new emission standards

A new set of emission standards equivalent to EURO II will be required for new cars and motorbikes, both local and imported, in Vietnam’s five largest cities: Hanoi, Hai Phong, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang and Can Tho. Under these regulations, which will be implemented by July 1, 2007, vehicles that do not meet the emissions standard will not be allowed to register. (September 4, 2006)