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Bac Ninh overtakes HCM City to become nation’s FDI champion

As of the end of August, Bac Ninh lured 4.68 billion USD in FDI, as compared to nearly 4.4 billion USD injected to the southern economic hub, which also leverages the FDI magnets of Binh Duong and Ba Ria – Vung Tau.

EU, Vietnam to set up joint task force to remove trade barriers

Vietnam and the European Union (EU) have agreed to establish a special task force to address barriers and foster more balanced and effective trade.

Korean companies eye fruit juice, biofuel plants in Can Tho

Two major enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK) are planning to survey and invest in two large-scale projects in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho.

HCM City attracts 4.4 billion USD into industrial parks in nine months

Total registered investment, including new and adjusted capital across the three areas of HCM City, Binh Duong and Ba Ria–Vung Tau (former administrative units), reached 4.4 billion USD.

Vietnam sees opportunities to diversify cross-border payment channels

Experts emphasised that the diversification of cross-border payment channels, especially blockchain and stablecoins, offers Vietnam an opportunity to improve transparency and efficiency.

Public–private partnership to drive fintech, digital assets in Vietnam

Vietnam is stepping up efforts to promote financial technology (fintech) and digital assets through a new public–private co-creation model, aiming to unleash innovation and strengthen the role of the private sector as a key driver of growth.

The bitter cost of waiting for inflated housing prices to fall

The movement to stop buying homes to avoid inflated prices, once widely popular on social media, has now become a tale of bitter failure.

Vietnam’s largest wind project in Laos begins full commercial operation

The 600MW Truong Son Wind Power Complex went online just 15 months after construction began, marking a new milestone in Vietnam-Laos energy ties.

Hanoi apartments soar to $12,500/m² amid speculation concerns

The Ministry of Construction warns that speculation and hoarding are inflating housing prices far beyond average incomes.

Vietnam to launch one-stop centers for real estate procedures in 2026

A nationwide pilot program will simplify real estate and land-use transactions by consolidating all procedures into unified provincial centers.

Vietnamese woman builds sustainable mushroom empire from scratch

After nearly five years in education, Chau Thi Nuong launched a closed-loop mushroom farm that now generates annual profits in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Petrovietnam pioneers STEM push for Vietnam’s tech-driven future

The state oil group is investing millions in digital STEM labs, aiming to shape the country’s next generation of tech talent.

Vietnam’s EVFTA success paves EU’s path to ASEAN

As global trade uncertainties rise, the European Union looks to ASEAN for diversification - and Vietnam’s implementation of the EVFTA has emerged as a model for the region.

CMC and VPBA align to drive Vietnam’s private sector transformation

At VPBA's 3rd National Congress, CMC's chairman urges deep investment in AI and innovation to empower the private sector.

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports hit $650mil in 15 days

In just half a month, Vietnam’s produce sector soared to record highs, surpassing seafood and timber in export value.

Only gold investments, not jewelry, should be taxed: experts

Experts have suggested that taxes should not be applied to gold used for weddings or consumer jewelry, but only to income from gold bullion investments.

Hanoi to launch venture capital fund with public–private partnership

The city commits up to USD 24.5 million to support innovation and startups through a pilot 10-year venture capital fund.

Fuel standard 4.83 l/100 km: Challenge or chance for Vietnam’s auto market?

Vietnam plans strict new fuel efficiency rules by 2030. Carmakers worry, but experts see opportunities.

New gold import quota council formed under SBV leadership

Vietnam’s central bank establishes a quota-setting council for gold imports and exports, led by the Deputy Governor.

Vingroup stock hits record, Pham Nhat Vuong’s wealth soars to $15.8B

Shares of Vingroup and affiliates surged on September 29, propelling Vuong into the top 200 richest people worldwide.