The stock market saw a slight downturn on Wednesday, accompanied by a drop in liquidity, as foreign investors continued their net-selling streak for the fifth consecutive session.

The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT 2025) opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre in HCM City on February 26, providing a hub for suppliers and buyers across the entire textile value chain to meet and explore collaboration opportunities.

Deputy PM Nguyễn Hoà Bình encouraged UK investment in Việt Nam through direct projects and financial models, highlighting Việt Nam's efforts to develop regional and international financial centres as a key national policy aimed at mobilising resources for faster, more robust development.

The National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) expects to launch a cybersecurity information sharing platform by the end of March.

Lobster exports accounted for nearly half of Việt Nam’s total seafood export turnover to China in January.

To protect the interests of Vietnamese export businesses, authorities have advised associations and exporters to thoroughly study the updated US trade defence regulations before exporting goods there.

Experts say it is crucial to understand how responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) will help humans enhance their intellectual capabilities.

The leading South Korean commercial group is currently investing $1.2 billion in Việt Nam.

The workshop serves as a platform to help suppliers navigate challenges, develop emission reduction strategies and work towards long-term sustainability.

The number of newly launched apartments in the capital may reach between 40,000 and 45,000 units in 2025, surpassing the projected 30,100 units for 2024.

While Việt Nam is not the largest exporter of steel and aluminium to the US, domestic businesses will still face significant challenges due to this policy. 

Việt Nam’s trade offices abroad is ramping up efforts to promote investment and trade in line with the country’s ambitious economic targets for 2025.

Despite the decline, market breadth remained positive, with 152 gainers, 150 decliners and 71 unchanged stocks.

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm commended FedEx’s achievements in Việt Nam over the past three decades and affirmed his support for the company’s continued expansion in key sectors.

The reduction is due to two mergers and termination of three departments.

The government has ordered inspections of commercial banks that have raised deposit interest rates and mandated strict penalties for non-compliance, all aimed at achieving an 8 percent growth target.

The establishment of a free trade zone in Đồng Nai is expected to boost trade, investment and create jobs, while contributing to developing an ASEAN logistics hub. 

The pharmaceutical industry is key and needs to focus resources on promoting development to keep pace with modern medical advances.

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm stated that efforts should be made to eliminate at least 30 per cent of business conditions, aiming to position Việt Nam among the top three investment environments in ASEAN.

These criteria assess the impact of foreign investment on economic development, considering factors such as capital, growth, operational performance, technology, tax contributions, spillover effects and links to domestic enterprises.