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Green growth: A new roadmap for Vietnam's industry

The industrial sector is entering a new era where “green growth”, “sustainable development,” and “digital transformation” are no longer abstract concepts but urgent requirements for survival and long-term success.

Land fee shock blocks land conversion, reform proposed

Excessive land use fees for land-use conversion have forced many to withdraw their applications.

SBV Governor Nguyen Thi Hong rated A+ by Global Finance

Global Finance has ranked Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Nguyen Thi Hong A+, the highest grade in its 2025 Central Banker Report Cards.

Technology and data power a new era of Vietnamese agriculture

From drones to AI and blockchain, digital transformation is unlocking productivity and export gains across the sector.

Vietnam launches first solar-agriculture project to enhance rural incomes

Vietnam has launched its first research project on combining solar energy with agriculture, aiming to increase farmers' incomes while accelerating the country's energy transition.

EVN struggles with $1.8 billion loss, calls for pricing mechanism overhaul

Vietnam Electricity (EVN) has released details about the production cost structure of electricity and the causes behind its accumulated loss of more than $1.8 billion from 2022 to 2023.

HCM City leads VN in inflation, with major price hikes in health & education

HCM City posts Vietnam’s highest inflation rate at 4.17%, led by health and education costs.

Vietnam auto industry commits to full electrification by 2035

The Vietnam Automobile, Motorcycle, and Bicycle Association (VAMOBA) has set a bold vision: by 2035, 100% of cars and motorcycles produced by its members will be electric and environmentally friendly.

Vingroup sues 68 accounts over fake news in legal push for accountability

In a nation striving toward the rule of law, fairness, and transparency, Vingroup’s decision to take legal action is not just a private battle - it sends a powerful message for a healthier business environment and a more responsible society.

Major gold traders face scrutiny after State Bank inspection

Before the Government Inspectorate was tasked with overseeing the gold trading sector, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) had already identified numerous violations by major companies.

Vietnamese firms step up branding efforts in digital space

Vietnamese businesses are increasingly recognising the urgent need to establish a strong brand presence in the digital space, delegates heard at a workshop on expanding market share and building brand identity held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 9.

PM directs stronger measures to boost rice production, export

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on September 9 signed an official dispatch ordering ministries, agencies and localities to step up measures to promote rice production and export while ensuring domestic market stability.

Vietnam Airlines bans lithium batteries for flight safety

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines is rolling out a series of measures to control the transport of lithium backup batteries on its flights, aiming to minimise risks and uphold aviation safety standards.

Vietnam launches five-year crypto trading market pilot programme

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc signed a resolution on September 9, giving the go-ahead for the five-year pilot of crypto asset trading.

CPI rises slightly in August

The National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance announced that the consumer price index (CPI) last month rose 0.05% month-on-month and increased 3.24% year-on-year. ​

Hyundai Rotem seeks partnership with Vietnam on high-speed rail development

Deputy PM Ho Duc Phoc meets Thaco, Hyundai Rotem leaders on high-speed railway cooperation in Hanoi.

Vietnam's top taxpayers power economy with hefty contributions

Major corporations and banks took centre stage on September 9 morning as the largest tax contributors in Vietnam, underscoring their vital role in shaping the country’s economic landscape.

Hanoi’s blockchain gallery melds art, technology, enigma of Satoshi

The gallery, a fusion of technology and art, where “dry lines of code are elevated into emotions”, traces the history of blockchain, from its nascent stages to global surge, encompassing bitcoin and the broader universe of digital assets.

Ho Chi Minh City publishes 800+ licensed gold trading addresses

The State Bank of Vietnam has revealed a full list of authorized outlets for gold bar transactions to ensure market transparency and protect consumers.

SJC scandal exposes high cost of Vietnam's gold monopoly

The indictment of former SJC General Director Le Thuy Hang highlights a critical institutional loophole: monopoly often leads to abuse of power and becomes fertile ground for corruption.