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Vietnam’s frozen durian exports triple in H1

The significant increase in frozen durian exports is attributed in part to favourable market-opening policies, particularly the export protocol signed with China in August 2024.

Vietnam, one of most promising players on global semiconductor landscape

Amid growing global demand, fragile supply chains and intensifying geopolitical conflicts, Vietnam is rapidly emerging as one of the most promising players in the global semiconductor landscape, a seminar heard in Ho Chi Minh City on July 2.

Vietnam’s GDP growth poised to beat forecast by 0.3%: official

Vietnam’s economy outpaced forecasts in the first half, with GDP growth likely to exceed projections by 0.2 to 0.3%, Minister-Chairman of the Government Office Tran Van Son said on July 3.

IZ infrastructure stalled: businesses face capital backlog, roads left unused

Experts point out that industrial zone (IZ) infrastructure is the bottleneck causing businesses to have stagnant capital and fail to invest.

Vietnam stocks climb on US tariff cut news

The latest US-Vietnam agreement sent VN-Index close to 1,400, with more gains expected.

Dong Nai proposes high-tech FTZ with gold trading and forex liberalization

Dong Nai outlines its ambitious free trade zone, complete with foreign exchange freedoms and cross-border capital flow mechanisms.

Bank to sell 28 Hoi An properties linked to tourism sector debts

A series of historic properties in Hoi An Old Town are being auctioned by Agribank in an effort to recover bad debts tied to interconnected businesses.

Vietnam warns of major land price shifts as new valuation tables roll out

As localities update land price tables, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment warns of sharp fluctuations impacting the real estate market.

Da Nang partners with global investors to build international financial center

Da Nang signs strategic MOU with Terne Holdings and The One Destination, aiming to position itself as Vietnam’s next financial hub.

Vietnam targets emerging market status for stock exchange by September

Over 91,000 new businesses formed as Vietnam strengthens private sector with policy support.

Ho Chi Minh City backs AEON’s billion-dollar retail plan

AEON plans to invest heavily in Ho Chi Minh City with three new shopping centers, boosting local retail space and creating up to 1,500 new jobs.

Philippine Airlines launches direct Manila–Da Nang route

Philippine Airlines on July 1 officially inaugurated its direct flight route connecting Manila and Da Nang, with its first flight carrying 193 passengers landing at Da Nang International Airport at 12:45 pm.

Vietnam calls for joint efforts to promote multilateralism at FfD4

Deputy PM Ho Duc Phoc has called on all countries to jointly take action to revitalise multilateralism, promote active multilateralism, and work together to restore disruptions in international cooperation on development, trade, and investment.

Toyota nears one-millionth vehicle sold in Vietnam

Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV) on July 2 announced that it had delivered over 29,000 vehicles to Vietnamese customers in the first half of 2025, a 31% increase compared to the same period last year.

Vietnam inaugurates first paper-based food packaging line

With a capacity of 6,000 cartons per hour, the new line offers cost-effective production, reduces waste, and meets growing demand for safe, convenient, and environmentally friendly food products.

Vietnam targets 3.3 billion USD in rubber exports this year

To achieve its 2025 rubber export target of 3.3 billion USD – down 4.6% from 2024, Vietnam needs to strive to earn 2.1 billion USD in the second half of this year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE).

Vietnam Airlines boosts Vietnam – Middle East air links

The agreement between Vietnam Airlines and Saudia of Saudi Arabia not only helps Vietnam expand its presence in the Middle East but also serves as a key driver for promoting trade, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange between the two countries

Retail property supply rebounds amid global sector recovery

As the global retail sector shows signs of steady recovery, Vietnam's retail property supply is also experiencing a clear resurgence.

Vietnam, Australia step up trade, energy, industrial partnerships

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien held a working session with newly appointed Ambassador of Australia to Vietnam Gillian Bird on July 2.

Vietnam Private Sector Forum 2025 to run from July – September

The forum is a structured journey of dialogue, moving from local to national levels, from grassroots realities to policy formulation, from the voice of entrepreneurs to government commitments.