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Hybrid cars surge in Vietnam as fuel-saving demand grows

Vietnam’s automobile market is witnessing a strong surge in hybrid vehicles, both in terms of quantity and quality, as more fuel-efficient and increasingly affordable models continue to enter the market.

VN to produce industrial-scale livestock breeds to reduce import reliance

Vietnam’s livestock sector holds a strong position on the global map. However, it still depends heavily on imported breeding stock, while exporting countries sell these genetics at high prices.

New Minister of Construction confronts housing imbalance

The real estate market is entering a period of volatility, posing numerous challenges for the new Minister of Construction.

Rare and unusual gold price fluctuations: investors advised to be cautious

Gold prices have fluctuated over the last few days, and though they have since moved back in sync, the price gap remains high.

Is processing 64 billion transactions for tax purposes worth the cost?

When discussing compliance costs, one cannot overlook the expenses within the management system itself, the place that must receive and process a colossal amount of transactions every day.

Foreign direct investment gains pace in Vietnam

Since early 2026, FDI inflows into Vietnam have not only grown in size but are also quickly moving toward high-tech industries, data, and green manufacturing.

Tech-driven shift expands OCOP market access

Digital transformation is emerging as a key driver helping OCOP (One Commune, One Product) stakeholders optimise value and expand development space.​

Ho Chi Minh City sees surge in FDI for hi-tech data infrastructure

Ho Chi Minh City is seeing a sharp surge in foreign direct investment into hi-tech sectors, especially data infrastructure, a cornerstone of the digital economy.

Action plan launched to strengthen anti-money laundering framework

The plan aims to implement the Vietnamese Government’s commitments to international organisations and fulfil its obligations as an APG member by building an effective AML/CTF/CPF framework.

Vietnam’s “black gold” draws aggressive buying from three markets

As domestic output shrinks, Thailand, Egypt and Pakistan sharply ramp up pepper imports from Vietnam in early 2026, reshaping export dynamics.

What kind ot tax regime is needed for household businesses?

When compliance costs become excessive for both household businesses and the tax system, a more balanced approach is needed - one that reduces compliance burdens while supporting this uniquely Vietnamese economic sector.

Legal bottlenecks hinder economic growth as laws await guidance

When a law must wait for a decree, and that decree in turn waits for a circular, what is delayed is not just a document but the entire economy.

Da Nang eyes “golden window” to achieve double-digit growth

With newly adjusted regional planning and a series of special mechanisms recently approved, Da Nang is entering what officials describe as a “golden window” to accelerate development and achieve double-digit growth in the coming years.​

Citizen satisfaction is the ultimate measure of success: laws for everyday life

It is necessary to urgently and fundamentally remove institutional, sectoral, and policy barriers and bottlenecks, focusing on reviewing and perfecting the legal system related to fields directly affecting growth.

E10 gasoline to be sold at reasonable prices, won't increase living costs

When popularizing E10 gasoline, management agencies aim to maintain reasonable price levels that do not increase citizens' living costs. A suitable price gap compared to conventional fuel is expected to help boost biofuel consumption.

Business-household tax threshold should match salaried PIT: experts

The method of calculating taxes for business households is revealing inadequacies compared with that for wage earners.

Vietnam under pressure to scale up battery storage to support renewable growth

Vietnam is under pressure to position battery energy storage systems (BESS) as strategic energy infrastructure, as fast-growing renewable capacity highlights grid stability challenges and opens up a multi-billion-dollar market for domestic firms.

Vietnam–Singapore trade witnesses strong growth amid global volatility

In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam–Singapore trade sustained strong growth, with key product groups posting positive two-way expansion.

Vietnam diversifies tilapia exports amid global headwinds

Vietnam is accelerating efforts to diversify its tilapia export markets as global volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions, rising fuel prices and higher logistics costs, reshapes trade dynamics.​

Vietnam emerges as a leading dynamic manufacturing and supply hub in the region

Vietnam is rapidly emerging as one of ASEAN’s most dynamic and reliable supply hubs, amid a global shift in sourcing strategies, according to domestic and foreign manufacturers as well as international exhibitors.