Economy Việt Nam commits all possible support for semiconductor investors: PM Việt Nam already issued a national semiconductor industry development strategy through 2030 with a vision to 2050, plus a workforce development plan for the semiconductor sector, and a list of 11 strategic technologies and technological products. The country aims to launch its first chip manufacturing facility next year. 4 hours ago | Vietnam news Vietnam records USD 19.56 billion trade surplus in first ten months 11/06/2025 16:02 | Vietnam Law Hanoi Convention: Vietnam strengthens anti-money laundering legal framework 10/27/2025 14:00 | Vietnam Law Vietnam weighs establishment of gold exchange to ensure market stability 10/16/2025 10:41 | Vietnam Law 1 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. 2 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. 3 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. 4 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. 5 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. 6 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. 7 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. 8 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. 9 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. 10 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. 11 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. 12 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 13 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. 14 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 15 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 15:50 Mobile World Investment Corporation reports record revenue in Q2 On average, the company generated over VNĐ412 billion in daily sales during Q2, highlighting its robust market performance. 16 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 15:49 Vietnam takes steps to realise 8.3–8.5% growth target in 2025 Việt Nam is stepping up efforts to achieve an ambitious GDP growth target of 8.3–8.5 per cent this year, despite global uncertainties and divergent economic forecasts. 17 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 15:44 Dragon Capital reduces stake in FPT Retail, no longer a major shareholder This divestment is part of a broader trend, as Dragon Capital has sold over 13 million of the retailer's shares since the start of 2025. 18 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 15:43 EVFTA after 5 years: Trade Counselor highlights gains, challenges, strategic path forward Five years after the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) took effect in August 2020, Vietnamese Trade Counselor in Germany Đặng Thị Thanh Phương described it as a transformative step in Việt Nam’s integration into the global economy. 19 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 15:32 Long Thành poised to join Asia’s next generation of mega airports: OAG Global aviation analytics firm OAG forecasts that Long Thành International Airport in southern Việt Nam could become one of Asia’s mega airports, serving up to 100 million passengers annually within the next decade. 20 Vietnam news | 07/29/2025 14:53 Consumers spend $7.8 billion on online shopping in H1 2025 Sales on Việt Nam’s four e-commerce platforms including Shopee, Lazada, Tiki and TikTok Shop in the first half of this year reached VNĐ202.3 trillion (US$7.8 billion). 57 58 59 60 61