Economy Vietnam targets cashless payment value reaching 30 times GDP by 2030 Vietnam targets that by 2030, 95 per cent of people aged 15 and above will have bank transaction accounts, while the value of cashless payments will reach 30 times GDP. 06/08/2026 08:06 | Vietnam Law Vietnam targets cashless payment value reaching 30 times GDP by 2030 06/08/2026 08:06 | Vietnam Law Vietnam attracts nearly 35 percent more FDI in first five months 06/03/2026 15:09 | Vietnam Law Vietnam one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic logistics markets: survey 06/02/2026 08:44 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 15:57 Viettel breaks ground on high-tech data centre The project, located in Tân Phú Trung Industrial Park, Củ Chi District, HCM City, is set to become a mega-scale data centre, ranked among the top 10 in Southeast Asia. 2 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 15:39 Việt Nam, Japan ink strategic oyster industry partnership The two sides will work together to develop a value chain for Vietnamese oysters that meets Japanese standards, targeting both domestic and export markets. 3 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 15:36 PM urges drastic measures to ensure power supply for peak period Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính sent a dispatch to three ministries and energy groups, urging them to ensure there is enough electricity for the peak months of the year. 4 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 13:22 E-commerce market continues to grow, but has become more polarised: report The total sales of the e-commerce market in the first quarter of the year reached US$3.9 billion, a 42.3 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024. 5 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 13:13 Thanh Hóa launches international bidding for mega project worth $2.11 billion Bidders must have a minimum equity capital of VNĐ8.26 trillion and the ability to mobilise loans of up to nearly VNĐ55.07 trillion. 6 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 12:19 SABECO profit rises 5.6% in 2024, targets 8% growth in 2025 Saigon Beer-Alcohol-Beverage Corporation (SABECO) posted a 5.6 per cent increase in after-tax profit in 2024, reaching nearly VNĐ4.49 trillion, with revenue growing by 4.6 per cent to VNĐ31.8 trillion. 7 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 11:06 HCM City set to modernise crumbling traditional markets With many of its traditional markets being rundown, consumer preferences evolving and competition from modern retail formats increasing, HCM City is trying to modernise and revitalise them, according to its Department of Industry and Trade. 8 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 10:24 Ministry ensures smooth transition in Certificates of Origin procedures 18 regional Export-Import Management Offices under the MoIT are to handle the issuance of non-preferential Certificates of Origin (C/O), non-manipulation certificates (CNM), and REX code registration. 9 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 10:00 Việt Nam, US kick start bilateral economic, trade negotiations Vietnamese ministries and sectors stand ready to address the US’s concerns and work together to find mutually beneficial solutions based on the principle of harmonised interests and shared risks, said Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Hồng Diên. 10 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 09:23 Sugary drink tax adds to burden on struggling businesses, industry insiders say Many companies in the sector have reduced production by 20-30 per cent, leading to workforce cuts and lower incomes. Some businesses, despite having annual budgets in the billions of đồng, have been forced to close their doors. 11 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 09:22 Việt Nam, Czech strengthen investment activities in technology, finance Speaking at the forum, Czech Minister of Finance Zbyněk Stanjura highlighted Việt Nam as their most important trade partner in the ASEAN region, with bilateral trade exceeding US$4 billion in 2024. 12 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 08:23 Banks ramp up infrastructure lending amid growth ambitions and credit risks Vietnamese banks are injecting trillions of đồng into strategic infrastructure projects to support the country’s ambitious growth targets, though experts caution that the credit expansion brings underlying risks requiring clearer regulation and stronger fiscal discipline. 13 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 08:21 Businesses should find solutions to adapt to US imposing high import taxes The recent 'earthquake' caused by the US’ imposition of reciprocal tariffs has once again sounded the alarm about a rapidly evolving and unpredictable global trade order. 14 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 08:20 Investment funds seize opportunities amid market correction While short-term fluctuations will undoubtedly impact fund performance, experts advise investors against attempting to trade mutual funds for quick profits. 15 Vietnam news | 04/24/2025 00:35 PM urges SYRE to invest in green, circular textile industry in Việt Nam SYRE is planning a US$1 billion investment in a polyester fabric recycling complex in Binh Dinh province, with the aim of turning Việt Nam into the world’s first high-tech circular textile hub meeting US and EU sustainability standards, aligned with Việt Nam's net-zero emissions goal. 16 Vietnam news | 04/23/2025 17:58 Businesses honoured with Vietnam Excellence Awards Eighteen outstanding leaders and businesses with excellent success in transforming business through talent and workplace development have been recognised with the Vietnam Excellence Awards 2025. 17 Vietnam news | 04/23/2025 17:20 VN-Index reclaims 1,200-point mark as market sentiment improves The rebound was underpinned by solid performances from blue-chip stocks, helping stabilise market sentiment and enabling investors to reallocate funds with greater confidence. 18 Vietnam news | 04/23/2025 16:37 Bắc Giang promotes consumption of signature lychee The early harvest season is projected to run from May 20 to June 15, and the main season from June 10 to July 20. 19 Vietnam news | 04/23/2025 16:25 Most real estate segments will continue to attract investors this year Closing 2024, Việt Nam's real estate mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market recorded growth. This market is forecast to continue its impressive development in 2025. 20 Vietnam news | 04/23/2025 12:39 PM gives directions on key measures to boost economic growth this year To meet this year's ambitious goals, the PM stressed boosting growth, stabilising the economy, controlling inflation and ensuring key economic balances. 170 171 172 173 174