Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have been ranked among the top five fastest-growing urban centres in the world, according to a newly released Growth Hubs Index ranking by Savills.

Twelve Estonian companies joined an Estonia-Vietnam business seminar in Ho Chi Minh City on April 23, part of the official visit of Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, as the two countries seek to deepen trade and investment ties.

The Hateco International Container Terminal (HHIT) in Hai Phong received the ultra-large container vessel COSCO SHIPPING AQUARIUS on April 22, marking a new milestone as the biggest ship ever to dock at the port.

VN fruit and vegetable exports have made a strong start to the year, with rising shipments and tighter compliance with international standards helping producers tap robust global demand, according to the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetables Association.

Australia has officially announced its import requirements for Vietnamese pomelos, marking the conclusion of a lengthy technical negotiation process and opening up significant opportunities for one of Vietnam’s key fruit exports.

Newly appointed Finance Minister Ngo Van Tuan faces significant pressure to both drive high economic growth and maintain macroeconomic stability. Public investment and tax policy have been identified as key bottlenecks that need to be addressed.

Convenience stores, mini supermarket chains and small to medium-sized supermarkets are seeing strong growth amid shifting consumer trends as retailers race to bring shopping closer to home in a rapidly expanding modern retail market.

Green transition, compliance with ESG standards, and Halal certification are the “passports” enabling Vietnamese businesses to achieve sustainable exports to the Malaysian market, as well as other Muslim-majority countries.

Ho Chi Minh City’s economy showed encouraging signs in the first quarter of 2026, with gross regional domestic product (GRDP) estimated to expand by 8.27% year-on-year – the strongest performance in more than five years.

Vietnam’s stock market on April 23 moved cautiously as it approached the upcoming holiday period, with investor sentiment turning more reserved and capital flows showing signs of slowdown.

Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) have officially opened their markets to processed chicken products, marking a significant step forward in bilateral agricultural cooperation.

A delegation of nearly 20 Vietnamese firms in mechanical engineering, mould-making, automation and supporting industries are showcasing their products and capabilities at Hannover Messe 2026, in Hanover, Germany from April 20 to 24.

Quang Ninh province on April 23 officially broke ground on its first wind power plant, marking a significant milestone in its transition toward clean energy.

The success or failure of the Long Thanh International Airport project is often discussed in terms of transport connectivity. Yet there is another issue - the most critical of all: people.

Authorities in Dong Nai province on April 23 held the groundbreaking ceremony for the Long Duc 3 industrial park project in Binh An commune.

The Can Gio international transshipment port project, with a total investment of nearly US$5 billion, is expected to become a new logistics hub for the region. Construction is scheduled to begin around the April 30 holiday.

As consumption exceeds expectations, Vietnam’s energy sector faces a delicate balance between rising demand and constrained generation resources.

The Vietnam Gold Business Association highlights inconsistencies in tax policy and anti-money laundering rules affecting operations.

The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia, in coordination with the Vietnam – Cambodia Business Association (VCBA), held a business dialogue on April 22.

The Vietnam Trade Office in India on April 22 held an online seminar with discussion focusing on enhancing connectivity, cooperation and innovation in Vietnam – India leather, footwear and textile sectors.