Decision No. 134/2002/QĐ-TTg Amends Article 1 of Decision No. 121/CP dated August 8, 1967 of the Council of Ministers on calculating and managing the state's calendar.

Decision No. 134/2002/QĐ-TTg amends the provisions regarding the official time zone of Vietnam, adopting the seventh time zone according to the international time zone system as the standard. The decision takes effect from the date of issuance.

Document No.134/2002/QĐ-TTg
Document typeDecision
Issuing authorityMinistry of Science and Technology
Signed byPhạm Gia Khiêm — Phó Thủ tướng
Updated30/06/2026
FieldUncategorized
Issued date14/10/2002
Effective date14/10/2002
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decision No. 134/2002/QĐ-TTg amends the provisions regarding the official time zone of Vietnam, adopting the seventh time zone according to the international time zone system as the standard. The decision takes effect from the date of issuance.

Key points

  • Vietnam adopts the seventh time zone according to the international time zone system as the official time.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Helps Vietnam synchronize with other countries in the region and internationally, facilitating economic and cultural exchanges.
  • Negative impact: Requires time for people and businesses to adjust their schedules, which may cause initial inconvenience.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What time zone does Vietnam use?

According to this decision, Vietnam adopts the seventh time zone according to the international time zone system as the official time.

When does this decision take effect?

The decision takes effect from the date of issuance (October 14, 2002).

Who is responsible for implementing this decision?

Ministers, Heads of ministerial-level agencies, Heads of government agencies, Chairpersons of provincial People's Committees under the central government.

How does changing the time zone affect the daily lives of citizens?

It may cause initial inconvenience for citizens when they need to adjust their work, study, and living schedules according to the new time zone.

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PRIME MINISTER

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness

Number: 134/2002/QĐ-TTg
Hanoi, October 14, 2002

DECISION OF THE PRIME MINISTER

Amending Article 1 of Decision No. 121/CP dated August 8, 1967 of the Council of Ministers regarding the calculation and management of the national calendar.regarding the calculation and management of the State's schedule.

 

PRIME MINISTER

Pursuant to the Law on Organizations dated December 25, 2001;

At the request of the Director of the National Center for Natural Sciences and Technology,

DECISION:

Article 1. Amending Article 1 of Decision No. 121/CP dated August 8, 1967 of the Council of Ministers regarding the calculation and management of the national calendar as follows:

Adopting the seventh time zone according to the international time zone system as the official time of Vietnam.

Article 2. This Decision shall take effect from the date of signing.

Article 3. The Ministers, Heads of Ministries equivalent to Ministries, Heads of Government Agencies, and Chairmen of Provincial and Central City People's Committees are responsible for implementing this Decision./.

DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER
DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER
(Signed)
Pham Gia Khiem
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