Economy Nghi Son Refinery processes first non-Kuwaiti crude in feedstock diversification push NSRP expects to import almost 12.5 million tonnes of crude oil in 2026, producing around 9 million tonnes of petroleum products for the domestic market. 01/15/2026 20:30 | Vietnam news Domestic demand drives OCOP expansion 01/15/2026 13:47 | Vietnam news Rising FDI, investor optimism reinforce Vietnam’s appeal for inflows 01/15/2026 11:21 | Vietnam Law Vietnam defies US tariffs with robust export growth in 2025 12/18/2025 14:36 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 22:10 VIDIFI wants to invest in expanded 300km section of North–South Expressway In a proposal submitted to the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Construction, VIDIFI requested to be considered as the investor for the expansion of various segments of the expressway, with a particular focus on the northern region. 2 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 21:56 Approval granted for Sun Group to invest in Phú Quốc International Airport expansion The total investment capital is VNĐ22 trillion, executed over two phases from 2025 to 2027, and from 2027 to 2030. 3 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 19:34 VCCI urges overhaul of outbound investment rules As Vietnamese firms join global supply chains, outbound investment becomes a key strategy to access technology and new markets. 4 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 18:22 Automechanika HCM City opens The latest advancements in AI, digitalisation, electrification and other technologies driving the development of the automotive industry are being showcased at Automechanika HCM City 2025 that opened in HCM City on Thursday. 5 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 18:18 Hải Phòng to host third APEC Business Advisory Council meeting Attendees will include senior leaders from major corporations and trade and investment promotion bodies, as well as prominent economic experts. 6 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 17:39 Workshop discusses economic shifts in the AI era, AI applications Over 1,000 businesses and experts participated in a workshop in HCM City on June 19 to discuss the economic shifts in the AI era and how to apply this technology to enhance business management. 7 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 17:22 Việt Nam, US narrowing differences in trade negotiations: foreign ministry Both negotiating teams have agreed to continue instructing technical level working groups between the two countries to advance and step up the negotiations towards a common agreement, in line with the conditions and wishes of both sides 8 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 17:09 Fuel prices surge from 3pm on June 19 Retail fuel prices were raised starting from 3pm on June 19 9 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 16:58 Bank deposits reach record high despite low interest rates A notable driver was the continued surge in individual deposits, which hit a record high of nearly VNĐ7.5 quadrillion, up 5.73 per cent since the beginning of the year. 10 Vietnam Law | 06/19/2025 16:51 Legalizing digital assets opens new investment opportunities in Vietnam The National Assembly’s adoption of the Law on Digital Technology Industry on June 14 marks a pivotal step toward regulating Vietnam’s fast-growing crypto asset market. The new legal framework is expected to curb fraud, unlock investment opportunities, and create alternative capital channels for businesses. 11 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 16:45 Finance minister outlines solutions to boost growth at National Assembly Q&A session To help the SOEs achieve their targets, the finance ministry has reformed and amended several legal regulations, such as the Enterprise Law, the Investment Law, the Bidding Law and tax laws, to unlock resources and increase the operation efficiency of SOEs. 12 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 16:19 Việt Nam aims to strengthen trade relations with Algeria The two sides introduced the economic cooperation potential between the two countries, reviewed current trade exchanges, and discussed measures to enhance bilateral relations. 13 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 16:15 Vietnamese Goods Day promotes Bắc Giang lychees in Germany The event coincided with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. 14 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 15:04 Thái Nguyên calls for investments in $67 million inland port Tiên Phong inland port in Phổ Yên City will cover 14.35 hectares and aims to become a modern logistics hub, handling up to 150,000 containers annually by 2030 and 180,000 by 2050, according to the provincial Finance Department. 15 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 15:00 Lộc Trời estimates losses of over $20 million The difficult financial situation has led the group to propose cancelling the dividend payment plan for 2023, despite shareholders previously approving a dividend distribution of 30 per cent from retained earnings. 16 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 13:52 Phú Quốc to host first fish sauce festival this month The inaugural Phú Quốcc fish sauce festival will take place from June 27–29, celebrating the island's centuries-old craft with the theme “Essence of the Pearl Island.” 17 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 11:09 Vietnamese exporters seek logistics solutions amid yo-yoing US tariffs As trade policies from the US grow increasingly complex, Vietnamese exporters are being urged to strengthen their logistics capabilities and compliance procedures to maintain access to the country’s largest export market. 18 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 10:19 Women's participation critical to fuel Việt Nam’s green ambitions While the solar energy, plastics recycling and rice production sectors are central to Việt Nam's climate ambitions, women remain significantly underrepresented – holding just 23 per cent of formal jobs and 21 per cent of leadership roles on average. 19 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 09:20 Insurance companies anticipate growth in 2025 The insurance market is showing signs of recovery after a period of turmoil. 20 Vietnam news | 06/19/2025 08:30 ESG: the new key to real estate investment in Việt Nam As global investors prioritise sustainability, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is becoming a must-have for real estate. 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