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Will Skoda Slavia shake up Vietnam’s budget sedan market?

The Czech carmaker introduces its new B-segment sedan, Skoda Slavia, with competitive pricing and features to take on established Japanese and Korean rivals.

Vietnam enters decisive decade to define economic destiny

Experts urge reform as the country restructures government, pushes tech, and eyes global leadership.

Vietnam signs off 1 million tons of CO₂ to IBRD in major climate move

Carbon credits from five provinces mark a new milestone in global climate cooperation.

Vietnam’s hard lesson in rice branding and intellectual property

Scientific breeding and private innovation propelled Vietnam’s exports, but branding battles now threaten progress.

Vietnam takes urgent action to retain access to US seafood market

Officials race to comply with 12 US requirements that could cost Vietnam USD 200 million if ignored.

Vietnam’s aviation industry struggles to move up the value chain

Without technology investment and regulatory reforms, Vietnam risks being left out of the global aviation supply chain.

Vietnam’s sugar industry hit hard by smuggled imports and weak pricing

Half a million tons of smuggled sugar flood the market yearly, depressing prices and hurting farmers.

Vietnam nears FTSE upgrade with sweeping stock market reforms

New legal frameworks, foreign investor access improvements, and tech rollouts position Vietnam for emerging market status.

Vietnam’s pangasius industry looks inward after billion-dollar export success

Once focused solely on exports, the pangasius industry now aims to win over Vietnamese consumers to boost sustainability.

Vietnam eyes USD 800 billion trade turnover in 2025

With export growth surging 33.9% in eight months, Vietnam is on track to surpass USD 800 billion in trade and post a USD 14 billion surplus.

Vietnam raises foreign ownership cap for banks to 49% to attract investment

Decree 69 paves the way for increased foreign participation in banking, unlocking billion-dollar capital flows.

Electricity prices should be adjusted periodically: expert

Adjusting electricity prices only once a year causes suppressed costs to pile up, leading to a massive surge when released, with severe impact, Nguyen Tien Thoa, former director of the Price Management Department (Ministry of Finance), has said.

iPhone 16 prices plunge while iPhone 17 sparks price controversy

The release of the iPhone 17 drives major discounts on the iPhone 16 and ignites debate over inflated local pricing.

Vietnam taps global expertise to develop high-speed railway

Embarking on the North – South high-speed rail project, Vietnam is drawing on international practices and advanced technologies to ensure the success of the unprecedented project.

Stock market a key capital channel for national development: Experts

Vietnam’s stock market has emerged as a key driver of economic growth, serving as a channel for medium- and long-term capital mobilisation and a launchpad for businesses to enhance governance and financial transparency, said insiders.

Vietnam eyes EU as key destination for agro-forestry-fishery exports

The EU is among the world’s top three importers of farm produce, but VN holds only a 2% share-still modest compared to its agricultural production capacity and potential, which indicates vast growth potential in the EU if backed by a proper strategy.

Tool for wood traceability management debuts

The Vn-WoodID application has been officially launched, becoming a key tool contributing to wood traceability.

Experts call for phased shift of international flights to Long Thanh

Rather than instantly hosting all international flights, Long Thanh should first serve cargo to ease pressure on Tan Son Nhat.

Vietnam’s port giant proposes global maritime hub for Ho Chi Minh City

The proposal to establish a global maritime center in Ho Chi Minh City could unlock immense value from the port and shipping sector, while complementing the city’s planned international financial center.

Hanoi apartments remain out of reach for buyers with VND3 billion budget

Even with several billion dong in hand, real homebuyers are still struggling searching for apartments while Hanoi’s property market is peaking, with prices remaining high and showing no signs of cooling down.