Imposing progressive fees on abandoned real estate is a necessary solution to prevent speculation, avoid waste of land, place assets into use, and increase housing supply, experts have said.

As demand for capital to develop infrastructure continues to surge, the Build-Transfer model is expected to help mobilize private-sector resources more effectively.

While FDI corporations continue expanding production and exports, many Vietnamese companies say they are surviving on razor-thin margins and constant uncertainty.

Dak Lak Province plans to set a Guinness World Record by mobilizing 500 pickup trucks for a large-scale parade during the 2026 Dak Lak Durian Festival.

Vietnam always wishes to continue strengthening cooperation with UK partners in capital market development, green transition, green finance, and the establishment of Vietnam international financial centre, said Minister of Finance Ngo Van Tuan.

A 600-million-USD electronic components manufacturing plant broke ground in northern Ninh Binh province on May 22, marking a major step in Vietnam’s push to attract hi-tech investment and strengthen its role in global supply chains.

The Ministry of Finance is seeking public feedback on a proposal to abolish 23 circulars and three decisions in the tax sector as part of efforts to align and harmonise regulations with the current legal framework.

The Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical Corporation (BSR) will produce and distribute between 80,000 and 100,000 cubic metres of E10RON95 biofuel petrol per month to meet growing market demand for E10 fuel during May 2026 and months to come.

Vietnam is quietly pushing ahead with reforms and emerging as an attractive destination for investors in the 2026–2035 period, according to an analysis published by US-based logistics website morethanshipping.com.

A luxury Maybach once owned by convicted property tycoon Truong My Lan has been auctioned for more than VND16.652 billion ($640,000), despite being partially dismantled and unused for over two years.

The vibrant trading scenes have vanished; silver investors are now left frustrated by cold treatment from dealers.

The gold market is experiencing a notable shift as international gold prices decline, dragging the premium between domestic and global gold prices into a sustained contraction.

Authorities are planning system upgrades to allow real-time removal of exit suspension measures once tax obligations are fulfilled.

Vietnam’s stock market extended its sharp correction on May 22 as Vin-related shares led a broad sell-off across major sectors.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance has proposed raising the threshold for 10% personal income tax withholding on casual income payments from VND2 million to VND5 million per payment.

Party General Secretary and President To Lam has called for a strategic overhaul of Vietnam’s materials industry to reduce import dependence and boost competitiveness.

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) carrying a 2kg package, flying 12km over the sea in just 15 minutes, is not just a technology test.

A rare diamond-studded Hermès handbag once owned by Truong My Lan sold for $456,000 after 119 bids in Ho Chi Minh City.

A livestream hosted by TikToker Chu Thanh Huyen and Bac Ninh Vice Chairman Pham Van Thinh sold more than 31 tons of early-season lychees within just a few hours, highlighting the growing role of livestream commerce in Vietnam’s agricultural sector.

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have completed the ninth compensation payout to bondholders affected by the Van Thinh Phat case, disbursing VND1.732 trillion ($68 million) to 42,574 victims.