DOJI Group on December 19 officially commenced construction of the Dragon 75 Complex, marking a significant milestone in the Group’s real estate development strategy.

The project is being developed by Vihoce JSC, a company established by the joint venture, and is scheduled for completion in 2030.

Việt Nam has taken another step towards building an international financial centre by setting up a high-level steering council to oversee its development and operations.

Manulife has donated over VNĐ1 billion to help central Viet Nam communities recover from November’s historic floods, supporting relief efforts and speeding financial and insurance assistance to affected families.

Việt Nam Electricity (EVN) on Friday launched and inaugurated a series of major power projects in a coordinated nationwide infrastructure push to mark the upcoming 14th National Congress of the Communist Party.

The port city simultaneously launched and inaugurated 13 projects worth nearly VNĐ20 trillion (US$760 million), contributing to infrastructure upgrades, expanded development space and improved living standards.

Initial products are expected to be launched in 2027, making Hoa Phat the first and only producer in Southeast Asia capable of manufacturing these special steel grades domestically.

The plant will use agricultural and forestry by-products as fuel and is expected to supply about 300 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually once it enters commercial operation in early 2028.

This marks the first time that the entire supply chain of one of Việt Nam’s most prominent industries has been systematised, visualised, and officially published in a structured manner, aiming to promote trade, attract investment, and support sustainable industrial development.

The project is positioned as one of the most critical pieces of infrastructure for Phú Quốc as the island city prepares to host APEC 2027.

The annual trade promotion event Việt Nam International Gifts & Housewares Expo opened in HCM City on Thursday with 250 exhibitors from China showcasing more than 10,000 products in 500 booths.

With a total investment exceeding US$67 billion, the North-South high-speed railway is not only an unprecedented infrastructure project in Vietnam, but also a test of the private sector’s capacity to engage in large-scale public works.

Given the current market conditions, a short-term strategy of prioritising observation is recommended.

According to Tatler, Nguyễn Thị Phương Thảo is recognised for her transformational, sustained, and cross-border impact, extending beyond business into education, innovation, and human-centred social initiatives. Her influence is defined by its real-world relevance and long-term value, contributing to Việt Nam’s development as well as the broader regional and global community.

South Korean CJ Group awards scholarships to 100 students in Lâm Đồng, strengthening long-term support for disadvantaged youth and reaffirming its commitment to education development.

Under the latest adjustment, E5 RON92 biofuel is capped at VNĐ19,239 VND ($0.73) per litre, a decline of VNĐ376, while RON95-III petrol may be sold for no more than VNĐ19,620 per litre, down VNĐ462.

ID365 aims to help users monitor and control any changes related to their personal identification information. It serves as an "early warning" system, empowering individuals to proactively safeguard their identities and assets, while also strengthening the defences of the entire financial and banking system against increasingly sophisticated fraud risks.

Under the agreement, Siemens Mobility will act as a technology partner, responsible for the design, supply, and integration of Velaro Novo high-speed trains, along with key railway systems such as ETCS Level 2 signaling with automatic train operation (ATO), telecommunications, and electrification.

MUFG said the upward revision reflects stronger-than-expected export performance and resilient domestic growth drivers, while also warning of emerging risks related to rapid credit expansion and exchange-rate pressures.

The Vietnam Brand Week is set to take place in Hà Nội from December 18-22, aiming to promote the development of the digital economy and e-commerce, while responding to the “Vietnamese People Prioritise Using Vietnamese Goods” campaign amid accelerating digital transformation.