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Quang Ninh drafts plan for VN first free digital, knowledge-based economy zone

Quang Ninh is accelerating procedures to seek central authorities' approval for piloting a free digital and knowledge-based economic zone – a next-generation specialised economic zone model aimed at driving growth through core technologies and data.

Vietnam’s long-term investment appeal remains intact: EuroCham

The European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) has affirmed that Vietnam’s long-term attractiveness as an investment destination remains resilient, despite more cautious sentiment among European businesses amid rising global uncertainties.

Major urban megaprojects break ground in Hanoi, housing supply set to increase

Since early 2026, Hanoi’s real estate market has shown strong momentum as a series of projects commenced construction and introduced new inventory.

Opening digital-asset exchanges is no easy task, even for big players

Many companies are eager to join the “billion-dollar” digital asset market, but building a digital asset trading platform requires very sophisticated technological capabilities.

Software becomes central to modern agriculture

As pressures mount across the agricultural sector, digital tools are emerging as critical infrastructure, helping farmers optimise operations and manage risk with greater precision.

University grad becomes farm owner, earns high salary from chicken breeding

After holding stable jobs in state agencies and foreign enterprises, Tran Thanh Ngoc decided to pivot to agriculture, creating a breeding chicken model that has reached revenue of nearly VND9 billion a year.

Protocol signed for pomelo, lemon exports to China

Pomelo and lemon are among Vietnam’s most advantageous agricultural products. The country currently has around 106,000 hectares of pomelo cultivation, placing it among the world’s major producers.

Vietnam, US promote substantive, sustainable economic cooperation

Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan has held a working session with a delegation from the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC), led by its Interim President & CEO Brian McFeeters.

Vietnam’s tech unicorn faces a profit dilemma

Despite strong top-line growth, Vietnam’s tech unicorn VNG continues to post heavy losses, raising questions over its business model and long-term outlook.

Idle land and weak investments exposed in banking audit

Vietnam’s State Audit has pointed to a range of inefficiencies across financial and banking institutions, including underutilized land, ineffective investments, and shortcomings in bad debt management.

When fuel gets cheaper but food stays expensive

Vietnamese consumers are questioning why falling fuel costs have yet to translate into lower prices at markets and eateries.

New Finance Minister faces pressure to unlock growth engines

As Vietnam targets double-digit growth, the new finance minister must navigate fiscal reforms, remove bottlenecks, and ensure sustainable economic momentum in an uncertain global landscape.

A satellite dream with big stakes for Vietnam’s tech future

Billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong has set his sights on space, as Vingroup expands into aerospace through its newly established subsidiary, VinSpace.

Vietnam’s electricity demand crosses new threshold in early heatwave

Vietnam’s electricity demand surpasses 1 billion kWh per day, setting a new 2026 record amid early summer heatwaves.

Vietnam urged to rethink business support policies

Experts call for a shift toward empowering leading private conglomerates.

The hidden complexity behind enterprise modernization

AI is helping organizations uncover the layers inside legacy systems, exposing risks that demand both technical and strategic clarity.

Vietnam weighs seasonal peak-hour electricity pricing

Vietnam Electricity (EVN) has submitted feedback on a proposal by the Ministry of Industry and Trade to revise peak, off-peak and normal electricity hours as the basis for pricing.

Vietnam eyes gold supply boost as 26 banks lower deposit rates

Eleven enterprises and credit institutions have submitted applications to be licensed for gold bar production and raw gold imports, as Vietnam’s central bank intensifies efforts to stabilize the gold market.

Deposit rate cuts aim to balance growth support and macroeconomic stability

Under the newly announced framework, the State Bank of Vietnam is targeting inflation at around 4.5% per annum, while maintaining a flexible and accommodative monetary stance, with readiness to provide liquidity support when necessary.

Vietnam’s tourism defies fuel price shock with record Q1 “hat-trick”

Despite global headwinds stemming from tensions in the Middle East, Vietnam’s tourism sector posted a record-breaking first quarter, pulling in more than 2 million foreigners per month and achieving its strongest Q1 performance on record.