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Hanoi accelerates drive to attract strategic investors

On August 20, the Hanoi People's Committee issued Official Letter No. 4697/UBND-KT to implement Resolution No. 17/2025/NQ-HDND regarding the attraction of strategic investors.

Vietnam to break ground on APEC 2027 infrastructure in September

The government will simultaneously launch major projects in Phu Quoc to serve the APEC 2027 Summit, aiming for early completion.

Vietnam attracts high-quality FDI from Europe and the US

As structural reforms take effect, Vietnam welcomes billions in new projects from US and European firms focused on innovation and sustainability.

Vietnam charts path to high-quality foreign investment leadership

At the 2025 Global Business Forum, experts gathered to explore how Vietnam is shaping the future of foreign direct investment (FDI) through strategic reform and multilateral cooperation.

Investor trust hinges on transparency, not just profits

Long delays in Vietnam's licensing system are causing investors to rethink billion-dollar commitments.

Vietnam launches nationwide 2026 economic census

The Minister of Finance has officially signed Decision No. 2837/QD-BTC to organize the 2026 Economic Census across Vietnam.

Vietnam leads global rice market with highest export prices

Vietnam’s premium rice fetches $399 per ton, outpacing Thailand, India, and Pakistan in global markets.

Expert outlines principles for handling EVN’s VND44 trillion loss

Nguyen Tien Thoa, Chair of the Vietnam Valuation Association has shared his insights with VietNamNet on EVN’s proposal to include its VND44 trillion accumulated loss in the average electricity selling price.

Vietnam may scrap gold jewelry export tax amid record prices

The Ministry of Finance has proposed reducing the export tax on gold jewelry from 1% to 0% to support struggling businesses.

Vietnam’s SMEs risk falling behind in digital transformation race

While big firms harness AI for growth, many Vietnamese SMEs face financial and structural hurdles in going digital.

Bac Ninh’s lychee season hits record high but price instability remains

Despite a bumper harvest of over 205,000 tons, Bac Ninh lychee farmers struggle with volatile prices and export hurdles.

India spends 47 times more on Vietnamese tilapia exports

Vietnam sees a dramatic rise in tilapia exports to India as demand surges in the world’s most populous nation.

Conversion to electric vehicles will require more charging stations

An ecosystem for electric vehicles is gradually emerging, from charging stations combined with rest areas to apps for locating charging points. However, the most critical factor is ensuring energy for transport electrification.

China overtakes US as Vietnam’s largest cashew buyer

In just seven months, China has become Vietnam’s top cashew market, driving record export growth.

Vietnam urged to innovate or risk middle-income trap

Experts warn Vietnam must push innovation to avoid stagnation as the digital economy accelerates.

Half a million overseas workers remit $4B annually

Half a million Vietnamese working abroad contribute vital remittances supporting families and national growth.

Thousands of fake Crocs sandals seized in Nha Trang fashion crackdown

Authorities in Nha Trang confiscate 3,000 counterfeit Crocs sandals sold at just USD 2-3 per pair, along with fake Chanel bags and clothing.

VN-Index falls for second session, billion-dollar inflows persist

Vietnam’s benchmark index retreats near 1,600 points, but capital inflows show resilience.

Vietnam’s wind power included in Malaysia’s energy outlook

Malaysian Deputy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir highlighted Vietnam’s strong wind power potential, stressing that if connected through the regional grid, this energy source could bring significant benefits to Malaysia.

Nearly half of private enterprises face annual losses

Despite expectations to become a cornerstone of national economic growth, the private sector’s business performance has lagged behind state-owned and FDI enterprises. Nearly half of private enterprises have reported annual losses.