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“Connect with Vietnam” helps boost Vietnamese investment in US

According to the Foreign Investment Agency, as of April 30, Vietnam had run 252 investment projects in the US, with a total capital of 1.36 billion USD.

Banks cut staff, transaction branches amid digital promotion

A series of banks have announced plans to cut staff and transaction branches, setting off a wave of job losses in the banking industry that was, in recent years, considered one of the hottest professions.

Vietnamese enterprises seek stronger partnerships with US at investment summit

The visit and a series of bilateral meetings with US partners underscore Vietnam’s strong commitment to deepening trade and investment ties with the US, a comprehensive strategic partner and the world's leading economy.

US businesses affirm long-term commitment to Vietnam

US enterprises operating in Vietnam have affirmed their commitment to sustainable, long-term investment in the country amid current challenges at a dialogue with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh in Hanoi on May 13.

State President attends inauguration of int’l container terminals in Hai Phong

Container Terminals No.3 & No.4 at the Port of Hai Phong has a total length of 750 meters and a depth of minus 16 meters, capable of accommodating mother ships of 165,000 DWT (14,000 TEUs) and reduced-load ships of 200,000 DWT.

Imported cars outsell domestic as Vietnam’s auto market cools in April

Despite a 7% sales dip, foreign-made vehicles remain the top choice for Vietnamese buyers.

Vietnamese businesses build digital storefronts to cut e-commerce reliance

A new wave of Vietnamese entrepreneurs are turning to .biz.vn websites for greater autonomy and online visibility.

Land access crisis keeps Vietnamese businesses stuck in limbo

From factories halted to licenses denied, small businesses face land access barriers across Vietnam.

Vietnam's flower export turnover surpasses 100 million USD mark

The total area dedicated to growing flowers and ornamental plants has reached nearly 45,000 ha, an eightfold increase compared to the year 2000.

Binh Duong develops new 16-hectare centralised IT zone

The establishment of a new centralised information technology (IT) zone in Binh Duong Province marks a significant step in the locality’s digital transformation strategy and its ambition to build a knowledge-based economy.

Banks lead profits in Vietnam, tech dominates in the US

While American tech giants lead the world in profits, Vietnam’s banking sector is the top earner.

Bac Ninh licenses 7 major projects worth over 856 million USD

Seven projects have just been granted investment certificates with a total capital exceeding 856 million USD, accounting for nearly 36% of Bac Ninh’s total investment capital in the first four months of 2025.

HCM City – “Fertile land” for “eagles” to soar

Investors in HCM City can benefit from the most modern and comprehensive infrastructure system in Vietnam, along with open and supportive investment regulations and policies.

Private sector empowers Vietnam’s steel revolution

Private enterprises have emerged as a new engine of Vietnam’s steel industry, helping transform production dynamics and drive the country’s industrialisation and modernisation process.

Major opportunities for VN agricultural product exports to enter Chinese market

China is tightening its import regulations, aligning them more closely with high-standard markets like Japan and South Korea. This requires VN producers and exporters to adopt more professional, transparent, and sustainable business practices.

Vietnam raises electricity prices: Businesses pay up to VND 5,422/kWh

New pricing structure reveals major disparities between commercial, residential, and industrial rates.

Pi Coin spikes to $1.4 as $1.5B traded in 24 hours, market cap surpasses $9B

Crypto communities hype a price rebound, but large holders may trigger sudden selloffs.

Ministry requests data provision to demonstrate compliance of Vietnamese goods

The US is now a comprehensive strategic partner and one of Vietnam's largest export markets. Meanwhile, Vietnam ranks as the US's eighth-largest trading partner.

Vietnam eyes 8% growth in 2025 through strategic reforms

Vietnam’s economy continued to show resilience and dynamism in the first four months of 2025, maintaining its position among the world’s fastest-growing economies, despite heightened global uncertainties.

Vietnam stock market surges on KRX launch and US tariff talks

The VN-Index jumps 3.3% as the new KRX system and trade negotiations boost investor confidence.