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Mekong Delta man earns big by farming noni, once considered a wild plant

Former IT professional grows 15,000 noni trees, creating health products and profit.

Chinese aircraft complete 254 safe flights in Vietnam trial

Two Comac aircraft safely carried over 16,000 passengers on domestic Vietnam routes in a one-month trial, despite facing weather delays and cancellations.

A call to scrap Vietnam's tangled investment approval system

Cumbersome processes and administrative gridlock have blocked USD 235 billion worth of investment projects across Vietnam.

Vietnam urged to drop travel bans on tax-debt executives

Tax travel bans have blocked thousands of executives, yet recover only a fraction of unpaid taxes.

How can business households be encouraged to shift to becoming enterprises?

"We’re concerned that overly high incentives for household businesses and small enterprises might discourage them from growing," said Finance Minister Nguyen Van Thang during discussions on the draft Resolution on private sector development.

Businesses’ requests must be responded in two weeks: PM

The dialogue aimed to promote the effective implementation of the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on private economic development, contributing to boosting rapid and sustainable national economic growth.

Firms under pressure of rising costs amid trade uncertainty: HSBC survey

Vietnamese firms are facing steeper cost increases than the global average due to tariffs and trade uncertainty, according to HSBC’s Global Trade Pulse 2025 survey.

Vietnam’s economic crossroad: Northeast model or Southeast stagnation?

Development must ultimately bring benefits and happiness to the people. That’s why a delicate balance is needed between state power, freedom, democracy, and social dynamism.

HCM City set to become megametropolis after administrative merger

The new city, formed through the merger of Binh Duong, Ba Ria–Vung Tau, and Ho Chi Minh City, is envisioned as an international financial hub and a centre for science, technology, innovation, logistics, and regional cooperation.

Can Tho launches Mekong Express service

A new domestic container transport service linking Can Tho Port in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho and Cai Mep Port in Ba Ria–Vung Tau province was officially launched on May 30 at Can Tho Port.

Senior specialists to receive monthly salary of $923, equal to ministers

A number of new policies will take effect in June, including provisions on compensation and benefits for senior specialists working in central Party and State agencies.

Toyota recalls Yaris Cross HEV in Vietnam over loose panoramic glass roof

A production defect in the panoramic glass roof has led to a major recall of nearly 1,500 Toyota Yaris Cross HEV vehicles in Vietnam.

Gold businesses react to state audit with corrective measures

Vietnamese financial firms pledge transparency and reform after SBV inspection results.

Fresh Shop in Soc Trang found with expired food safety certificate

A multi-agency inspection team in Soc Trang has discovered that the CP Fresh Shop in My Xuyen, operated by C.P. Vietnam, was functioning with an expired certificate of eligibility for food safety.

Mexico becomes major buyer of Vietnamese coffee, overtaking China

In a surprise market shift, Mexico increased coffee imports from Vietnam by 54 times in value.

Vietnam probes homemade cosmetics sold online without approval

Unregistered and misleadingly advertised products are being removed from social media and marketplaces.

Thanh Ha lychees begin global journey with 38,000 tons ready for export

Hai Duong province kicks off the 2025 lychee season with massive exports to Japan and beyond.

All operations of C.P. Vietnam in Soc Trang to be thoroughly inspected

Director of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, Duong Tat Thang, stated that relevant authorities have been instructed to conduct a comprehensive review of all operations by C.P. Vietnam in Soc Trang province.

C.P. Vietnam rebuts food safety accusations as authorities confirm compliance

C.P. Vietnam rejects false claims of food safety violations as authorities confirm products meet all hygiene standards.

Phu Quoc boosts marine farming for sustainable ocean economy

The island city shifts from natural fishing to modern aquaculture for long-term gains.