The Vietnamese companies showcased a wide range of goods, from raw input materials for production chains to high-value processed food products.

Amidst global economic and political turbulence, Vietnam’s economy showed impressive resilience in the first quarter, growing by 6.93 percent, with a key highlight being foreign direct investment attraction and disbursement.

The groundbreaking ceremony, held in Bình Dương Province, was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Chí Dũng, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Phạm Đức Long and leaders from universities, research institutions and international partners.

Under the pilot, only P2P lending companies licensed by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) will be allowed to operate. Foreign banks are excluded from participation.

The growth outlook is driven by the global economic recovery post-pandemic and increasing international demand for affordable protein sources like tra fish, VASEP said.

Vietnam Airlines posted a Q1/2025 pre-tax profit of over VNĐ3.6 trillion (US$140 million), driven by tourism recovery, lower fuel prices, and efficient operations.

The Vietnamese Government has reduced the preferential import tariff on liquefied natural gas (LNG), marking a key step in accelerating the country’s shift from fossil fuels to cleaner energy.

Through targeted measures, including more job-matching programmes, employment fairs and job creation loans, the Government has effectively connected provinces rich in human resources with key economic hubs.

Current trade relations between Việt Nam and Venezuela remain modest and are not yet commensurate with their potential, strengths or political relationship, said Vietnamese Ambassador to Venezuela Vũ Trung Mỹ.

Unlike traditional centres, the CT Innovation Hub seeks to operate as a fully functional 4.0 innovation ecosystem

As technology is the future, be naturally curious, observant and dedicated to mastering big data, and AI will help young people to become successful actuaries, experts advised.

According to statistics from Yuanta, market-wide revenue and post-tax profit rose by approximately 20.1 per cent and 50.8 per cent year-on-year respectively, buoyed by the low comparative base of 2024.

The current VAT regulations are failing to acknowledge the economic realities of different products, which increases the tax burden on businesses, according to the business community.

This article analyzes Vietnam’s policies on digital transformation and IPRs, thereby setting orientations for making a more effective legal framework to promote international trade and better protect interests of IPRs holders in the country while participating in cross-border commercial transactions (CCT).

This strategic initiative highlights the Vietnamese Government's commitment to streamlining state ownership in key sectors and enhancing market efficiency.

Việt Nam targets being among the top four ASEAN countries for electricity reliability and in the top three for ease of electricity access.

The conference underscored that while global tariff tensions are creating hurdles, they also present opportunities for Việt Nam to restructure its trade strategies, boost innovation and expand its global footprint. 

The event marked the first official launch of the ASEAN+3 Regional Economic Outlook 2025 Report within the ASEAN region.

As Thursday, May 1, 2025, coincides with the Labour Day holiday, the next price adjustment following the session on April 24 will be postponed to May 5, 2025.

Shrimp exports in the first quarter of this year exceeded US$900 million.