Vietnam’s tourism sector posted robust growth in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the country’s rising appeal as a safe, stable and attractive destination.

Vice Chairman of the State Securities Commission (SSC) Bui Hoang Hai said Vietnamese stocks would be added to FTSE indices in four phases, starting in September 2026 and concluding in September 2027.

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) is considering reductions in selected aviation service fees as higher jet fuel prices and global uncertainty add fresh pressure on airlines operating in the country.

Authorities in Vietnam’s central province of Gia Lai have approved investors for four solar and wind power projects worth nearly 5 trillion VND (190 million USD), the provincial People’s Committee said on April 16.

While the decision marks a strategic push to deepen digital transformation, it also underscores an urgent need to strengthen cybersecurity for SMEs, which often face constraints in resources, skilled personnel and defensive capabilities.

Vietnam’s State Audit has identified substantial accumulated losses among companies linked to major state-owned enterprises, including VNA, VNPT, and Vnsteel, even as the parent groups reported strong overall profits.

E10 fuel offers major savings and environmental benefits, but consumer skepticism continues to slow adoption in Vietnam.

Vietnam has been commended by UNDP for its timely fiscal and pricing measures to cushion the impact of global energy volatility.

Ho Chi Minh City has approved a consortium to develop the nearly US$5 billion Can Gio mega port, with a global shipping giant taking a 49% stake.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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