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Lawmakers propose bail for business leaders under criminal investigation

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

Vietnam’s plan to cut US car tariffs faces limited short-term impact

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.

Government proposes 2-pp VAT reduction on select goods and services until 2026

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.

Exporters diversify orders to reduce reliance on single market

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.

VietOffice 2025 expected to attract 100 exhibitors

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.

Ten new industrial projects start in Ba Ria-Vung Tu industrial zones

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

FTA negotiation plan for 2025 to be submitted in May

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

Vietnam, UK boost agricultural trade ties

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.

Ministries, agencies asked to take measures to effectively manage gold market

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.

Vietnam’s mollusc exports to China soar in Q1 2025

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%.

Vietnam, US promote cooperation in AI, semiconductor

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.

Banks face difficulties in requiring SOE shareholders to divest

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%.

Seafood industry diversifies market to achieve export target

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

HCM City to host int'l electronics, smart appliances expo

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

Quality, branding, sustainability essential for VN coffee to go global: Insiders

With proactive business measures, market expansion policies, and improved product quality, Vietnam's coffee industry is still expected to achieve export turnover of around 7 billion USD in 2025.

Vietnam, US conduct technical talks on double taxation avoidance deal

As of April 30, 2025, Vietnamese investors injected 1.36 billion USD in 252 projects in the US, mainly in scientific and technological services, real estate business, and manufacturing and processing industries.

Thai-imported cars lead Vietnam’s auto market in early 2025

Thailand overtook Indonesia in vehicle imports to Vietnam, driven by consumer preference for durable, competitively priced models.

Abolishing presumptive tax ensures greater fairness and transparency: experts

The abolition of the presumptive tax regime for household businesses is being actively implemented, with a clear roadmap and practical support measures.

Da Nang calls for $70M investment in semiconductor packaging lab

Da Nang invites investors to join a new high-tech project for semiconductor packaging, with construction set to begin in 2025.

Vietnam’s $235 billion bottleneck: The true cost of investment approvals

Although the 2013 Constitution guarantees the right to free enterprise, the investment approval process stipulated in the Investment Law continues to obstruct this constitutional freedom.