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Bắc Ninh ranks second nationwide in foreign investment attraction in 2025

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 11:09
Last year, Bắc Ninh attracted around US$20 billion in total investment capital, with FDI reaching $5.73 billion.

Electronics enterprises urged to embed ESG into core strategy amid global shifts

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 11:00
For years, Việt Nam’s electronics enterprises have joined global supply chains mainly through cost advantages and order-fulfilment capacity. However, this model is now under mounting pressure as major markets tighten environmental, social and governance (ESG) requirements.

Việt Nam becomes RoK’s key export market in ASEAN

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 10:55
Việt Nam has emerged as the Republic of Korea’s (RoK) key export market in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as the East Asian country seeks to diversify trade and reduce its reliance on the US and China amid global volatility.

Việt Nam’s GDP growth may reach 10% in 2026 under upside scenario: VinaCapital

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 08:48
Michael Kokalari, CFA and chief economist at VinaCapital, said the three main dynamics expected to drive GDP growth in 2026 are a modest recovery in consumption, the infrastructure–real estate growth nexus, and resilient exports to the US.

Spring Fair 2026: Trade promotion offices create multidimensional trading space

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 07:46
The overall success of the fair would not be possible without the proactive, early, and in-depth role played by Việt Nam’s trade promotion offices overseas.

Khánh Hòa calls for 231 projects to drive double-digit growth

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 07:46
The province licensed 80 new projects last year, twice as many as in 2024, with total registered investment capital of VNĐ495.3 trillion.

PM orders national gold trading platform proposal

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 07:02
Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính directs the State Bank of Vietnam to finalise documentation for the national gold exchange as part of economic growth strategy.

New legal framework paves way for real estate market in 2026

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 18:14
The market will no longer be driven by short-term speculative waves this year but will enter a phase of development based on real value, with stricter demands on legal compliance, planning, product quality and capital efficiency.

Market extends losses, VN-Index falls by nearly 30 points

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 16:58
Foreign investors reversed their positions, purchasing a net value of VNĐ185.32 billion on the two main exchanges.

Ministry reviews anti-dumping measures on pre-stressed steel wire

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 16:00
The review was launched on January 21 after the Trade Remedies Authority received a request from a Chinese producer seeking a review of the anti-dumping measures.

PVI marks 30 years of growth from oil industry roots to billion-dollar insurer

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 14:50
From a modest startup with 30 employees to a billion-dollar insurer with global credibility – PVI's 30-year journey mirrors Việt Nam's rise on the world stage.

Philippines sets deadline for importing 300,000 tonnes of rice

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 14:48
Imported rice needs to arrive on or before the end of February so it does not coincide with the bulk of the harvest in March and April, according to the Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa.

PM urges action to ensue macro stability, drive double-digit growth in 2026

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 14:19
The Government’s Steering Committee on Macroeconomic Management and Administration met to review economic performance in 2025 and outline priorities for 2026 and the 2026–2030 period on Monday.

E-commerce platforms urged to use automated filters to prevent spread of fakes

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 13:28
Smuggling, trade fraud and counterfeit goods continued to grow more complex, larger in scale and wider in scope, particularly on e-commerce platforms and in cyberspace.

Visa highlights Vietnamese payment trends for 2026

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 13:21
As more young professionals and families explore new destinations and digital lifestyles, expectations for seamless, secure payments continue to rise.

Việt Nam finalises legal foundation for domestic carbon market

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 09:03
The decree outlines how greenhouse gas emission quotas and carbon credits will be registered, transferred, custodied and traded, marking a key step from planning to implementation under the country's broader climate strategy. 

Biometric surge powers digital banking overhaul

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 08:58
As the country identified breakthroughs in science – technology and innovation as a key driver of national progress, the mastery and adoption of biometric technologies must go hand in hand with safeguarding public trust and data security.

​​​​​​​Việt Nam targets $18–19 billion wood exports amid industry recovery

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 08:56
Positive market signals mean Việt Nam’s wood industry is expected to achieve exports of US$18–19 billion this year, according to the Handicraft and Wood Industry Association of HCM City (HAWA).

Việt Nam’s IFC takes shape after more than one month since establishment

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 08:52
The centre operates under a 'one centre, two destinations' model in HCM and Đà Nẵng cities, focusing on institutional breakthroughs and modern technological infrastructure.

Market likely to see technical adjustments this week

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 08:02
The VN-Index may experience a technical adjustment towards the support level of 1,800-1,810 points in the near future, before resuming a more positive trend. 

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