“Another two price hikes and we may have to reprint everything,” a transport business owner in Hanoi texted, attaching a photo of a freshly printed fare sheet.

Global geopolitical turbulence is an enduring feature of the modern world. Yet for Vietnam, a confluence of favourable conditions and untapped potential is emerging, opening the door to sustained, high-quality growth.

Experts urge mechanisms to redirect vast idle capital in households into business and investment to boost growth.

As one of the world’s top 20 exporting economies with deep integration into global supply networks, VN is under increasing pressure to help domestic food enterprises move beyond low value-added activities and take greater control of value chains.

Vietnam is seeking solutions to expand rice export markets as global and domestic supply rises and export prices show a downward trend, putting pressure on domestic rice prices and farmers’ incomes.

Vietnam’s aviation industry is being forced into rapid adaptation as jet fuel prices surge far beyond initial projections, pushing airlines to rethink everything from fleet operations to ticket pricing.

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical LLC (NSRP) has secured sufficient crude oil to ensure operations at optimal capacity through the end of May, while Dung Quat Refinery is running at 120 percent capacity to boost domestic supply.

Major petroleum enterprises all say they have the infrastructure for blending and distributing E10 gasoline, a new type of gasoline expected to be widely sold nationwide starting from early April.

Gia Lai province signed a cooperation agreement for the 2026–2030 period with the four southern Lao provinces of Attapeu, Champasak, Salavan and Sekong at a conference held in the Vietnamese locality on March 29.

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc has signed a decision approving the restructuring of the Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) for the 2026-2030, with a vision to 2035, under a group-oriented model.

HSBC Vietnam has announced the successful completion of a five-year syndicated loan worth 200 million USD for GELEX Infrastructure JSC, acting as the mandated lead arranger.

Central Vietnam’s investment rebound is accelerating, led by Da Nang’s explosive first-quarter surge and Gia Lai’s 32 billion USD haul at its 2026 investment promotion conference held as part of the National Tourism Year.

Strong foreign investment inflows reflect the city’s resilience in the face of global volatility, said a local official.

Vietnamese textile and garment enterprises are steering through unpredictable global markets, rising transport costs and Middle East conflicts while securing orders, diversifying sources and eyeing domestic growth.

Vietnam continues to rank among the fastest-growing economies in the Southeast Asia-6 group, alongside Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, with strong growth expected to continue into 2026.

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has ordered credit institutions, foreign bank branches, and regional SBV offices to adopt concerted measures to stabilise interest rates, contributing to inflation control, macroeconomic stability, and economic growth.

Vietnam Elevator Expo 2026 will be held in Hanoi from April 8 to 11, the first time in the capital city, aiming to promote standardisation and expand the industry – construction ecosystem.

Beginning April 1, payment account names at commercial banks must fully match information on citizens’ identity cards, in line with Circular No. 30/2025/TT-NHNN amending regulations on non-cash payment services.

Rising home loan interest rates have pushed up monthly repayment costs, making it difficult for many families, even those earning VND50 million per month, to balance their finances.

Amid rapid response measures, proactive solutions and flexible policymaking, Vietnam has managed to secure its fuel supply, effectively addressing disruptions and maintaining the continuity of economic activities.