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Banks need to promote data analysis to minimise financial crime

Data plays a key role in preventing financial crime so financial institutions, especially banks, need to effectively apply and leverage data analysis to mitigate risks, experts said at a conference on May 20.

Vietnam boosts rice trade through 2030 with new measures

Vietnam exported over 3.43 million tonnes of rice in the first four months of this year, raking in nearly 1.77 billion USD, a 8.1% jump in volume but a 13.3% dip in value from the same period last year.

Vietnam eyes dual-city model for global finance hub

Vietnam could redefine its international financial center by positioning Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang as complementary nodes in a shared financial ecosystem.

Durian industry sounds alarm as China suspends export codes

As China tightens rules over banned substances in fruit imports, Vietnam’s durian industry is on high alert.

Vingroup rally lifts Vuong to $10.2bil. net worth, wife among top 10 richest

Driven by Vingroup’s stock surge, Vietnam’s richest billionaire breaks into global top 300.

Vietnam approves $98.8mil. investment in new private airline

The Prime Minister has officially approved the investment proposal for Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA), a private airline project backed by Sun Group.

Imexpharm sets growth milestone with high-tech drug strategy

Vietnamese pharma leader Imexpharm targets regional dominance with a shift toward biopharma, EU-GMP production, and expanded R&D.

Chinese steel sidesteps tariffs to flood Vietnam

Chinese wide-width hot-rolled steel bypasses trade defenses, alarming local industry stakeholders.

HCM City secures 6 bln USD deal for green energy, oil refinery projects

The deal encompasses a 5 billion USD oil refinery and storage complex and a 1 billion USD green manufacturing plant.

Government unveils action plan to boost private sector development

The Government has issued Resolution No. 138/NQ-CP issuing its action plan to implement the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW, dated May 4, 2025, that aims at fostering the development of the private economic sector.

Resolution 68 signals deep trust in Vietnam’s private sector

According to National Assembly deputy Phan Duc Hieu, successful implementation of Resolution 68 could mark the third major breakthrough in the history of Vietnam’s private sector development.

Exporters warn of durian backlog as China tightens inspections

China’s strict food safety measures lead to a sharp drop in Vietnam’s durian exports.

Efforts needed to enhance role of private sector in expanded HCM City

In its development journey, HCM City has consistently played the role of an economic locomotive of the whole nation. However, faced with existing limitations in space, institutions, and population, the city now requires a bold new development vision.

Hanoi builds Halal-friendly future to attract Muslim travelers

In recent years, with increasing cultural exchanges, Muslim tourists have been visiting Vietnam, and Hanoi in particular, in growing numbers.

Vietnamese water giant deep in debt still lends billions at lower interest

Saigon Water, a major clean water supplier, faces scrutiny for lending over VND 770 billion despite high-interest debt and limited cash reserves.

Local firms want equal opportunities as FDI businesses

Vietnamese enterprises call for equal policy support to unleash their full economic potential.

Vietnam to abolish flat-rate tax for household businesses by 2026

Resolution 68 outlines tax reforms to boost transparency and encourage business formalization.

Too good to be true? 13,000 VND bird’s nest jars raise red flags

Consumers question cheap devices and bird’s nest jars amid growing concerns over deceptive marketing.

Da Nang boosts skilled workforce development for int’l financial hub ambitions

The central city of Da Nang has intensified efforts to cultivate a skilled workforce to underpin its ambition of establishing a Vietnam International Financial Centre (IFC).

Cambodia joins China’s durian market, intensifying competition for Vietnam

Cambodia gains access to China’s $7B durian market, challenging Vietnam and other exporters.