Economy Việt Nam, Singapore step up cooperation on energy, trade, technology Bilateral economic and trade relations have continued to develop substantively and comprehensively, forming a key pillar of the Việt Nam –Singapore bilateral relationship. 10/11/2025 19:17 | Vietnam news Construction begins on Kim Thái Industrial Cluster 10/11/2025 16:14 | Vietnam news Plans to raise per capita GDP to USD 8,500 by 2030 10/08/2025 15:56 | Vietnam Law Ministry plans 2026 GDP growth target at 10 percent 10/05/2025 14:00 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 18:14 Vietnamese lychees attract international buyers, exports triple The main driving force behind this surge is the rising demand from various international markets for this signature Vietnamese summer fruit. 2 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 17:41 HCM City establishes unified management board for EPs, IZs Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà on July 28 signed Decision No. 1625/QĐ-TTg to establish the Management Board of Export Processing and Industrial Zones of HCM City, aiming to streamline governance and support services across multiple industrial zones in the southern economic hub. 3 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 17:15 Customs enhances dialogue to address challenges in agricultural and mineral imports The Customs Branch of Region XX on Wednesday held a Customs–Business Dialogue focusing on the importation of natural resources, minerals, agricultural products, sugar and agricultural machinery through border gates. 4 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 16:56 2025 Centralised Promotion Programme officially starts The programme continues to be held with participation from many businesses and retail units across the city. 5 Vietnam Law | 07/30/2025 16:08 From pioneer to leader: Vietnam's stock market hits 25-year milestone From modest beginnings, with two listed stocks and a trading value of just VND 70.4 million (USD 2,688), the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange has emerged as the nation’s largest exchange by market capitalization and liquidity. 6 Vietnam Law | 07/30/2025 16:08 From pioneer to leader: Vietnam's stock market hits 25-year milestone From modest beginnings, with two listed stocks and a trading value of just VND 70.4 million (USD 2,688 ), HoSE has emerged as the nation’s largest exchange by market capitalization and liquidity. 7 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 16:03 EVN invests nearly $50 million to restart Ninh Thuận nuclear power project The move follows the National Assembly’s approval in November 2024 of a resolution allowing the resumption of the project, which was halted in 2016. 8 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 15:57 Digital push expands market for Vietnamese farm produce The campaign will feature two main livestream sessions: a “Daily Livestream” from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Thăng Long Imperial Citadel, and a “Mega Livestream” beginning at 12:00 p.m. from Jin Pro Network’s headquarters in Hà Nội. 9 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 15:33 Việt Nam seeks Africa export opportunities As major traditional export markets such as China, Europe and the US become volatile, Việt Nam is focusing on entering African, a market with strong demand for its goods. 10 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 15:17 EVFTA – a launchpad for Việt Nam-Italy trade to soar The EU-Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) is a powerful catalyst for growth, helping both countries navigate global challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical tensions, and inflation. 11 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 14:03 Vietjet honoured at 2025 Korea Consumer Awards Vietjet is the only non-Korean carrier honoured this year, joining a total of 39 brands recognised at the 2025 Korea Consumer Awards. 12 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 13:03 Vietnamese eyes Africa as next export frontier amidst risks in traditional markets With traditional markets tightening through tariffs, technical barriers, and declining demand, Africa offers a strategic avenue for Việt Nam to diversify its markets and supply chains. 13 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 12:02 Bond market powers Việt Nam’s infrastructure growth The Government has shown strong determination to reform institutions, perfect the legal framework and improve the management capacity of the financial market and especially the corporate bond market. 14 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 09:55 Banks must compete by interest rate cut when removing credit room PM Chính early this month directed the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to urgently consider removing the credit growth cap regulation imposed on commercial banks and replacing the administrative management tool with a market mechanism. 15 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 08:52 Exporters urge VAT exemption for green coffee beans and rice In the first half of this year, coffee exports surged to $5.5 billion, with rice exports totalling $2.45 billion. 16 Vietnam news | 07/30/2025 08:50 Exchange rate pressure erodes business profits The central bank has opted to gradually adjust the central exchange rate, accepting a controlled level of depreciation to absorb external shocks, protect dwindling reserves, and preserve export competitiveness. 17 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 16:46 Technology key to clean energy transition Việt Nam is undergoing rapid change amid the Industry 4.0 and facing global challenges such as pollution, climate change, energy insecurity, and resource depletion. 18 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 16:36 VPBank, global partners launch $350m deal for Việt Nam’s sustainable development The $350 million loan, with a five-year maturity, serves as a significant funding source to support VPBank’s sustainable finance strategy 19 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 16:27 Central hub to build first black garlic wine and herbal production project A local business, CMA Vua Tỏi (King of Garlic) Herbal company, has started the construction of the country’s first black garlic (ferment garlic root) wine factory with an investment of VNĐ8 billion (US$320,000), setting up the first herbal and global production chain in the beach hub. 20 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 16:05 VIB reports over VNĐ5 trillion in pre-tax profit, total assets top VNĐ500 trillion as credit grows 10% The bank’s strong first-half performance underscores the effectiveness of its strategic focus on operational efficiency, robust risk management and accelerated digital transformation 41 42 43 44 45