Economy Hà Nội to establish an innovation centre as a joint stock company to drive tech-led growth Hà Nội plans to establish Hà Nội Innovation Centre following the model of a joint stock company to consolidate the capital city’s position as Việt Nam’s leading innovation hub, according to a draft resolution submitted to the municipal People’s Committee this week. 07/12/2025 14:07 | Vietnam news Vietnam’s outbound investment in first half of 2025 triples year-on-year 07/12/2025 11:08 | Vietnam Law Prime Minister works with USABC to foster economic and investment ties 07/12/2025 10:00 | Vietnam Law Prime Minister works with USABC to foster economic and investment ties 07/12/2025 10:00 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 16:30 Việt Nam willing to open its market for US agricultural products: Minister Balancing bilateral agricultural trade is a key issue of interest to President Donald Trump, US Ambassador to Việt Nam told agriculture and environment minister Đỗ Đức Duy 2 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 16:25 Petrol prices rise in latest adjustment Petrol and diesel prices have been raised, while fuel oil has seen a slight decrease. 3 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 16:02 HCM City fair seeks to help promote exports The third Vietnam Outstanding Export Products Fair (HCM City Export 2025) opened in HCM City on March 27. 4 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 15:57 Market mixed as liquidity continues to decline On the Hồ Chí Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the VN-Index dropped 2.28 points, or 0.17 per cent, to close at 1,323.81 points. 5 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 15:11 Consumers' online transaction information is protected by law Consumer transaction information and history on e-commerce platforms are personal data that must not be disclosed to other parties, according to the 2023 Law on Protection of Consumer Rights. 6 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 14:40 Việt Nam, India strengthen business ties to boost trade The business meeting provided a valuable opportunity for direct engagement, allowing participants to gain deeper insights into the Vietnamese and Indian markets and laying the groundwork for sustainable trade expansion. 7 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 14:35 Programme approved to simplify business administrative procedures The programme aims to fundamentally transform administrative processes by decentralising decision-making and promoting the application of science technology and digital transformation. 8 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 11:28 Thành Công Group inaugurates first automobile manufacturing plant in Quảng Ninh This is the first automobile manufacturing plant in Quảng Ninh, a major milestone for both the province and Việt Nam’s automotive industry. 9 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 10:25 Finance ministry proposes bringing down imports tariffs on essential goods Special focus is also placed on products with high import value that are of strategic interest to Việt Nam’s key trading partners. To maintain compliance with its international commitments, the revised tax rates will not be lower than those set under existing FTAs. 10 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 08:34 562 firms win Vietnamese high-quality goods award The 2025 Vietnamese High-Quality Goods awards were conferred on 562 firms operating in various sectors at a ceremony in HCM City on March 25. 11 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 08:33 Bold policies set new direction for business, economic growth: experts Việt Nam is aggressively promoting growth, enhancing competitiveness, and fostering innovation, with major current and upcoming breakthrough policies poised to redefine the nation's approach to economic development, experts said at a seminar held in HCM City on March 25. 12 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 08:16 First banks to open 2025 shareholder meeting season with ambitious goals VIB will be the first bank holding its annual general meeting of shareholders (AGM) on March 27 in HCM City. 13 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 08:14 SHS plans significant capital increase with three issuance strategies The deadline for the registration of all three issuance methods is set for April 25. 14 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 08:13 NA deputies propose 10% corporate income tax for all press agencies During a meeting of the full-time National Assembly (NA) deputies held in Hà Nội on March 26, several delegates proposed a corporate income tax rate of 10 per cent for all press agencies, including print and electronic newspapers. 15 Vietnam news | 03/27/2025 07:55 Enterprises strengthen environmental responsibility through EPR implementation The implementation of Extended Producer and Importer Responsibility (EPR) regulations is a crucial step in enhancing corporate accountability in waste management and promoting Việt Nam’s shift to a circular economy. 16 Vietnam news | 03/26/2025 23:18 Việt Nam, China strengthen collaboration in transportation initiatives From late 2023 to December 2024, the Ministry of Construction, China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) signed six documents to advance the construction of railways. 17 Vietnam news | 03/26/2025 21:18 Building a comprehensive financial ecosystem for Vietnamese SMEs This initiative aims to enhance access to finance, promote innovation and ultimately foster sustainable growth. 18 Vietnam news | 03/26/2025 16:04 Vietshrimp international aquaculture fair begins, featuring over 200 booths The fair runs for three days from March 26 to 28, with over 200 booths from nearly 150 domestic and international businesses and organisations. 19 Vietnam news | 03/26/2025 15:59 Market declines on Wednesday as liquidity also drops Trading liquidity fell to VNĐ18.8 trillion (approximately US$734.9 million), down 16.1 per cent from the previous session. 20 Vietnam news | 03/26/2025 14:06 Vinfast to expand service network in the Philippines VinFast and MGA.414 Corporation have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand the network of service centres for VinFast electric vehicles (EVs) in the Philippines. 64 65 66 67 68