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Qualcomm urged to enhance cooperation with Vietnamese enterprises

At a reception in Hanoi on June 10 for Alex Rogers, President of Global Affairs of Qualcomm Inc., the Party chief requested the company to help Vietnamese enterprises integrate more deeply into global value chains.

Tiny invoice, big debate: Why a 6,000 VND bathroom receipt matters

A VAT invoice for two people using a restroom raises concerns over e-invoicing rules.

Vietnam leads e-commerce: 99% of consumers shop online

A Visa survey reveals near-universal online shopping in Vietnam, fueled by new digital payment tech.

Top 10 reputable commercial banks in Vietnam for 2025 revealed

Vietnam Report announces the 2025 list, spotlighting the sector's growth, digital drive, and profit resilience.

Massive payout by Trinh Van Quyet may alter appeal verdict

The former FLC chairman’s wife has paid USD 55 million in compensation, potentially impacting his upcoming appeal.

Master plan for national e-commerce development approved

The plan positions e-commerce as a pioneering sector of the digital economy, playing a key role in transforming the country’s growth model, boosting competitiveness, and promoting sustainable development.

VinFast’s revenue surges nearly 150% in Q1

Aiming to double vehicle deliveries this year, VinFast is focusing on key markets including Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, India, North America, and Europe, while also exploring new opportunities in the Middle East and Africa.

Industrial production shows continued upward trend

The manufacturing and processing sector - the main driver of overall industrial growth - expanded by 10.8%, contributing 8.8 percentage points to the industrial production index (IIP).

Banks' bond issuance soars threefold in first five months

During this period, bank bonds constituted 67.1% of the total issuances, overshadowing the real estate sector, which accounted for only 20.8%.

Little-known firm stirs debate with $100 billion rail proposal

Mekolor’s sudden appearance in a massive rail project raises serious credibility questions.

Wife of Trinh Van Quyet pays $97 million to cover liabilities

Le Thi Ngoc Diep’s payout could sway upcoming appeal in Trinh Van Quyet’s trial.

Booming pork demand sparks race among Vietnam’s top pig producers

With pork prices high, Vietnamese producers like BaF and Dabaco are scaling up against foreign rivals.

Top 10 Vietnamese banks by capital see dramatic shifts

In just two years, a rising commercial bank has conducted two major capital increases, surpassing long-established players Sacombank (USD 742 million) and Eximbank (USD 736 million) in charter capital.

Vietnam’s garment-textile exports top 17 billion USD in five months

Vietnam’s garment and textile exports exceeded 17.58 billion USD in the first five months of 2025, up 9% compared to the same period last year.

Vietnam steps up border clearance for agricultural product exports

In a recent directive, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged the Ministry of Finance to instruct the customs force to prioritise the swift clearance of fresh farm produce for export.

Vietnam's economy on a roll, but experts warn of inflation, FDI overdependence

All major economic indicators in the first five months of 2025 point to a robust and broad-based recovery, aligning with the Vietnamese Government’s ambitious target of 8% annual GDP growth.

CAAV urges airlines to boost night flights from Hanoi, HCM City to Binh Dinh

The move aims to meet the rising demand for air travel during this summer peak, coinciding with a packed calendar of cultural, sporting, and tourism events scheduled for Binh Dinh from June to September.

Private alliance proposes $100B for Vietnam high-speed rail with free rides

A Vietnam-US investment group has offered to fund a $100 billion railway without state aid, including six months of free rides.

Vietnam ships first batch of African swine fever vaccine to Indonesia

The vaccine received official approval for use from Indonesia’s Ministry of Agriculture on April 23, following nearly three years of assessment. Indonesian company PT Biotis Prima Agrisindo, will act as the importer and distributor.

Businesses adopts ESG as part of long-term strategy

As global markets demand greater sustainability, companies are facing pressure and opportunity to integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards into long-term strategies, with stronger regulatory backing and sector-wide support.