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2C2P and M-Pay power seamless payments for Sun PhuQuoc Airways

2C2P joins forces with M-Pay to elevate Sun PhuQuoc Airways’ checkout experience, enabling secure and localised flight bookings for travellers across Vietnam and Asia.

Starlink enters Vietnam but faces a narrow path to mass adoption

Despite cutting-edge technology, Starlink is expected to serve niche segments rather than challenge major telecom providers in Vietnam.

Green exports reshape rules of global trade

Vietnam is gradually recalibrating its overseas market development strategy to align export expansion with sustainable development goals.

Ministry proposes transport measures amid Middle East conflict

The conflict in the Middle East is disrupting aviation and shipping routes, prompting the Ministry of Construction to propose tax and fee cuts to help stabilise transport costs and logistics activities.

Container shipping rates inch up amid global maritime disruptions

International container shipping has been affected by escalating conflicts in the Middle East, which have disrupted several major trade routes. Some vessels are unable to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, forcing carriers to reroute their services.

Vietnamese firm becomes first to reach top 15 in Germany’s energy award

The Vietnamese Government is strongly committed to sustainable development, with the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, alongside accelerated energy transition, green growth and innovation across sectors.

Hanoi summit advances operation of ASEAN product safety portal

The Online Product Safety Summit in Hanoi on March 18, with participation from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and major e-commerce platforms, helped accelerate the rollout of an product safety portal for the bloc.

Vietnamese exporters adapt to global logistics volatility

Volatility across international shipping routes has increased pressure on exporters as delivery times lengthen and logistics costs rise sharply.

Surplus state assets turned into resource for development after streamlining

According to the Ministry of Finance (MoF), 34 localities nationwide have completed the arrangement and handling of state-owned housing and land after restructuring under their management.

Ho Chi Minh City steers remittances into technology, innovation

Ho Chi Minh City is repositioning remittances from foreign currency inflows to capital market resources, channeling them into innovation and supporting its ambition to become a sustainable international financial centre.

Vietnamese coffee chains emerge among Southeast Asia’s largest

Vietnam’s chain coffee has secured a position among Southeast Asia’s leading market, ranking third by value at an estimated 725 million USD and posting one of the region’s fastest growth rates at 27%.

Vietnam, Japan advance new-generation ODA loan to accelerate green transition

The programme loan is viewed as a next-generation ODA model, designed with simplified preparation processes, accelerated disbursement mechanism, and closer alignment with policy reforms and resource mobilisation for sustainable development.

Talks aim to ease regulatory challenges for seafood exports to US

NFI urged Vietnam to continue strengthening data collection, including fishermen logbook systems, observer programmes and measures to reduce bycatch.

Vietnam steps up semiconductor development to fuel growth

Amid rapid advances in artificial intelligence and digital technologies, global demand for semiconductors is soaring, creating both opportunities and competition pressure.

VN sets orientation for mobilising, using ODA, concessional loans in 2026–2030

Vietnam will prioritise funding sources with favourable terms, fewer conditions, flexible procedures and diverse financial instruments, especially those offering technology transfer and technical assistance.

Update on active notices to air missions in Middle East

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has issued an update on some active notices to air missions (NOTAMs) in the Middle East conflict zones.

Higher marketplace fees weigh on online sellers

Analysts identify rising operational costs as the key factor behind the exodus. In 2025, platforms simultaneously rolled out fee hikes ranging from 10–15%, significantly increasing the financial burden on merchants.

Vietnam emerges as hub for high-quality FDI

The return of a billion-dollar high-tech project highlights the effectiveness of Vietnam’s strategy to selectively attract FDI, prioritising advanced technology and high value-added investments.

Vietnam targets 30% of adults with savings accounts by 2030

Vietnam aims to have least 30% of adults holding savings accounts by 2030, according to the draft Financial Inclusion Strategy for the 2026–2030 period.

Ericsson, VNPT partner to modernise airport connectivity in Vietnam

Airports in Vietnam are set for a digital connectivity boost as Ericsson and the Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) join forces to deliver next-generation mobile infrastructure for major airport projects across the country.