Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra witnessed the exchange of the cooperation MoU, which marked an important milestone in economic - trade relations between the two countries.

The Sai Gon River, which intertwines with the history, culture, and urban life of Ho Chi Minh City, is poised to become a strategic axis for urban economic development.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh requested localities to set up task forces to crack down on smuggling, trade fraud, counterfeit goods, copyright infringement, and intellectual property violations.

Vietnamese women entrepreneurs are making bold strides thanks to technology, not only taking charge of businesses but also contributing to sustainable communities in the digital age.

As of December 31, 2023, Vietnam had three foreign loan agreements signed but not yet disbursed, resulting in a total commitment fee loss of approximately VND 135.7 billion (about USD 5.3 million).

The Prime Minister of Vietnam has approved the investment policy for a major real estate and tourism complex led by the Trump Organization in Khoai Chau District, Hung Yen Province.

Deputies suggest granting bail to entrepreneurs to prevent business collapse and encourage economic recovery.

While the policy reflects Vietnam’s intent to strengthen trade relations with the US, the real impact on car prices will be modest partly because import tariffs are just one part of the vehicle's cost.

A 2-percentage-point reduction in the value-added tax (VAT) for goods and services will lead to a decrease in state revenue by approximately 121.74 trillion VND (over 4.69 billion USD) over the proposed period.

Facing the risks posed by trade barriers and potential reciprocal tariffs from the US, many businesses have proactively shifted their market strategies, stepped up trade promotion, and diversified their orders to reduce reliance on a single market.

The event will see the participation of about 100 exhibitors from eight countries and territories, namerly India, Taiwan (China), China, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Hong Kong (China), the US, and Vietnam.

These projects are expected to significantly boost the province's industrial output and contribute to its economic growth trajectory, according to the provincial authorities.

To date, Vietnam has signed 16 FTAs with over 60 of the world’s major markets and three are under negotiation.

The UK, with an annual agri-food import value of 67 billion USD, is seen as a high-potential market. In 2024, Vietnam’s agri-export turnover to the UK reached nearly 883 million USD, a 15.4% year-on-year increase.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), ministries and agencies to implement measures to effectively manage the gold market.

China emerged as the leading importer in the quarter, with its mollusc imports from Vietnam exceeding 23 million USD, a staggering rise of nearly 2,000%.

AI and semiconductors have been identified as core sectors for development by both Vietnam and the US in the coming decade, thus contributing to balancing trade and investment between the two countries.

According to the current regulations, the share ownership cap by an institutional shareholder in a credit institution is reduced from 15% to 10% and for an individual and his/her related parties from 20% to 15%.

​Vietnam’s seafood sector is setting ambitious goals for 2025 with a 4.35% growth rate and an export turnover of 11 billion USD.

The 2025 Vietnam International Electronics and Smart Appliances Expo (IEAE) will take place from May 29-31 in Ho Chi Minh City.