This deal is notable as it represents Asahi Life's first foreign merger and acquisition (M&A) venture.

China will officially allow the import of fresh jackfruits from Việt Nam from June 1, 2026, according to an announcement issued by the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC).

Throughout its long presence in Việt Nam, SABECO has consistently affirmed a strong Vietnamese identity.

Maybank expects sentiment to improve and consumption to strengthen in 2026, supported by an improved macro outlook, lower tariff risks and faster GDP growth, along with Government stimulus measures aimed at boosting domestic demand.

The group has set targets of consolidated revenue of VNĐ20 trillion and consolidated profit of VNĐ1.2–1.5 trillion next year.

The transaction marks a significant milestone in Central Retail’s investment portfolio restructuring strategy, aligned with its objective of sustainable development and long-term growth in the Vietnamese market.

Exports of fruits and vegetables to China alone reached $4.98 billion in the first 11 months of this year.

Vượng's $30 billion fortune places him 71st on Forbes' real-time billionaire rankings, surpassing Jack Ma's $29.7 billion.

Credit growth in 2026 is expected to be around 20 per cent, driven by public investment and the recovery of production and business activities.

Việt Nam will mandate the nationwide sale of E10 gasoline from June next year to cut emissions and boost energy security, according to a new Government’s decision.

Standards, procedures and approaches for selecting investment models must be developed to ensure optimal and harmonised benefits among participating stakeholders and avoid group interests, misconduct and corruption, according to the Government leader.

Việt Nam's economy is on track to end 2025 on a high note, having maintained macroeconomic stability, supported a conducive business climate and sustained market confidence.

The board of directors of Saigon Thương Tín Commercial Bank (Sacombank) has appointed Nguyễn Đức Thụy as acting CEO.

The Vin stock group were the market's main influencers, contributing more than 30 points to the VN-Index.

AI is no longer viewed as a supporting tool, but as the 'new brain' of smart cities, enabling data-driven governance, operations and decision-making.

The information security and safety work of the banking sector has been carried out seriously, ensuring the safe and stable operation of the banking system.

At the meeting, Lawrence Chan, Head of Việt Nam – Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP) in Việt Nam, said Sembcorp is a global group that focuses on energy and urban development, with a mission to promote a sustainable and responsible energy transition.

Việt Nam is emerging as a standout growth performer not only in Southeast Asia but across Asia as a whole, according to Professor Reena Marwah from the University of Delhi, and Secretary-General of the Association of Asia Scholars (AAS).

Live hog prices in Việt Nam are rebounding sharply as supply tightens, boosting livestock firms’ profits ahead of Tết and raising expectations of further gains in early 2026.

Consumer trends in 2025 indicate that people are prioritising sustainable values and spiritual experiences rather than lavish decorative shopping.