Economy Việt Nam aims to launch international financial centre by November 2025 Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has instructed ministries and local authorities to accelerate preparations so that Việt Nam’s International Financial Centre can begin operations by November 2025. 21 minutes ago | Vietnam news Việt Nam’s international financial centre seen as launchpad for home-grown unicorns 33 minutes 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 1 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 15:04 Deputy PM stresses importance of learning int’l experiences in nuclear power development Deputy Prime Minister Bùi Thanh Sơn has highlighted the need to focus on research and learning from experiences of other countries in order to improve the institutional and legal framework, address existing obstacles and barriers, and facilitate the implementation process of the Ninh Thuận nuclear power plant projects. 2 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 14:26 Amazon and Eni express interest in buying forest carbon credits from Việt Nam These international companies are seeking to purchase significant volumes of credits generated from carbon sequestration and storage projects in Việt Nam's natural forests. 3 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 14:16 Central Retail unveils US$1.38b expansion plan for Thailand and Việt Nam Thailand's largest retailer, Central Retail Corporation (CRC), will invest over 45 billion Thai baht (US$1.38 billion) through 2027 to expand mainstream markets and accelerate growth across Southeast Asia, including Thailand and Việt Nam. 4 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 13:21 Vietnamese products grab spotlight at Algiers int’l fair 2025 Vietnamese goods are gaining international attention at the 56th Algiers International Fair (FIA 2025), held from June 23–28 in Algeria's capital. 5 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 13:03 Việt Nam, UK enterprises discuss collaboration in offshore wind energy production The British embassy in Hà Nội and consulate general in HCM City organised a visit for the Việt Nam Energy Mission to the UK from June 16 to 23. 6 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 10:37 Australian investors eye Cần Thơ as it prepares for major expansion Starting July 1, the Mekong Delta city will merge with nearby Hậu Giang and Sóc Trăng provinces, creating an expanded Cần Thơ city spanning about 6,400 sq.km, four times its current size, with a population of over 4.2 million, nearly triple the present figure. 7 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 10:29 New electronic invoice policy helps household businesses access bank credit more easily According to Decree 70/2025/NĐ-CP on invoices and documents, household businesses are required to issue electronic invoices when selling goods. 8 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 10:02 Anti-fake campaign to support OCOP brands The first four months of 2025 alone saw 34,000 cases processed, with over VNĐ4.8 trillion (approximately US$185 million) in fines. 9 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 09:41 Việt Nam’s pharma sector heats up with major M&A deals The entry of foreign strategic investors with strong financial capacity and technological advantages has helped Vietnamese pharmaceutical companies significantly enhance their competitiveness and expand export markets. 10 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 08:40 Việt Nam to join the international aviation carbon offset mechanism from 2026 This move follows the conclusion of Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà regarding the European Union’s (EU) sustainable aviation fuel development policy and reflects the country's commitment to mitigating the aviation industry's impact on climate change. 11 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 08:37 Hà Nội develops high-quality rice material zones for export Alongside efforts to increase the domestic and international market value of rice, Hà Nội’s agricultural sector is supporting localities in developing high-quality rice cultivation areas that meet export criteria. 12 Vietnam news | 06/25/2025 07:06 OCOP programme hits milestone with 126 five-star products nationwide Việt Nam now boasts over 16,000 OCOP-certified products, more than three times the number recorded in 2020. 13 Vietnam news | 06/24/2025 19:13 ESG and digital shift key to fast, sustainable growth: forum As Việt Nam accelerates its global economic integration, ESG and digital transformation are no longer optional — they are essential to achieving fast, sustainable growth and enhancing business competitiveness. 14 Vietnam news | 06/24/2025 17:12 Việt Nam, China strengthen economic ties with new cooperation deals He said the two sides should continue to uphold the spirit of friendship and solidarity, especially in the face of global uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. 15 Vietnam news | 06/24/2025 16:02 Market extends rally as VN-Index surpasses 1,365 points The market opened on a strong note, initially driven by key large-cap stocks such as VIC and VHM. 16 Vietnam news | 06/24/2025 16:00 Việt Nam to pilot product origin tracing platform At a national online conference on June 23, PM Phạm Minh Chính called the fight against counterfeit goods a key political task and urged all sectors to help protect consumers, businesses and public health. 17 Vietnam news | 06/24/2025 15:59 PM’s Tianjin trip expected to bolster Việt Nam–China economic, trade cooperation The Vietnamese PM left Hà Nội on June 24 morning for his four-day trip to China and attendance at the forum, which is taking place from June 24-26, at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende. 18 Vietnam news | 06/24/2025 14:30 Aviation sector sees solid recovery in first half of 2025 Total passenger volume across the sector reached 41.3 million during the six-month period, up 10 per cent year-on-year. 19 Vietnam news | 06/24/2025 14:29 Over $225 million invested in Becamex VSIP Bình Định Industrial Park’s high-tech projects Becamex Bình Định Joint Stock Company, the investor of Becamex VSIP Bình Định Industrial Park, has attracted seven secondary investors to invest in high-tech application projects. 20 Vietnam news | 06/24/2025 11:18 Việt Nam to host global logistics congress As the most significant and high-profile event in the global logistics industry, FIATA World Congress 2025 is expected to gather over 1,200 delegates from more than 150 countries. 80 81 82 83 84