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Ministry official says his car runs well after 10 months of using E10 gasoline

Dao Duy Anh, deputy director of the Department of Innovation, Green Transition, and Industrial Promotion, says that vehicle operation with E10 gasoline has shown no significant difference compared to the use of traditional RON95 mineral gasoline.

Hanoi revokes land from 24 delayed projects across the city

The Hanoi People's Committee has decided to recover land and terminate 24 non-budget-funded projects that have failed to move forward as scheduled, including several located on prime sites across the capital.

Offshore wind-hydrogen integration optimises investment efficiency

Under the integrated model, surplus electricity generated during periods of low grid demand could be used for seawater electrolysis, producing green hydrogen to help optimise investment efficiency for offshore wind farms.

Fostering skilled workforce for innovation era: experts

Human resources are seen as the decisive factor in driving breakthroughs in sci-tech and innovation, prompting the Party and State to roll out policies aimed at training, attracting and utilising intellectuals, experts and highly skilled workers.

FDI attraction: Time to shift from “red carpet rollout” to long-term partnership

An expert perceived that Vietnam needs to move towards a new-generation investment attraction model – one that seeks not only capital but also advanced technology, modern governance, innovation and stronger spillover effects on domestic enterprises.

Intellectual property enforcement: from periodic campaigns to 24/7 monitoring

From applying fake labels to selling counterfeits via livestream, intellectual property rights (IPR) infringements are becoming increasingly sophisticated.

Property chair ‘moved to tears’ as project bottlenecks untangled

HCM City real estate developers are thrilled as Decree 147 and Resolution 29 will revive stagnant projects.

Working group on South-South cooperation in agriculture makes debut

Ministry of Agriculture and Environment on May 29 held a meeting to promote Vietnam–Africa agricultural cooperation and officially launched the Working Group on South-South cooperation in agriculture.

Ho Chi Minh City affirms position as magnet for foreign investment

Ho Chi Minh City has nearly achieved its 2026 target of attracting 11 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI), underlining the city’s growing attractiveness to international investors and its increasingly important role as an economic hub.

Gaming industry grows rapidly, needs strong ecosystem for global competitiveness

Vietnam is rapidly emerging as one of the world’s leading mobile game production hubs, but analysts say the gaming industry still lacks the professional ecosystem to build global competitiveness.

Vietnam’s railway sector pursues “twin transition” towards green, digital growth

Through aggressive technological solutions and eco-friendly fuel initiatives, VN rail transport is staging a strong comeback, boosting its economic contribution while spearheading the transport sector's greenhouse gas reduction efforts.​

Top leader praises Singaporean investments’ contributions to VN's development

General Secretary and State President To Lam on May 30 met with leaders of major Singaporean corporations, technology companies, financial institutions and banks with long-standing investments and business operations in Vietnam.

Average lending rates have edged up at many banks

Average lending rates at many banks edged up in April as they had to pay high for deposits. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) continues to require credit institutions to control interest rates to support economic growth.

Luxury yachts linked to Truong My Lan set for auction in June

Ho Chi Minh City authorities will auction three luxury vessels linked to Truong My Lan on June 18 as part of efforts to enforce court judgments in the Van Thinh Phat case.

Mekong Delta Economic Report 2025 calls for institutional breakthroughs

VCCI, in coordination with the Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management has released the Mekong Delta Economic Report 2025, outlining strategic solutions to unlock the region’s long-term growth potential and position the private sector.

Vietnam attends Japan’s WTO Trade Policy Review session

Vietnam’s Permanent Mission in Geneva has just delivered remarks at the 16th Trade Policy Review (TPR) session of Japan at the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

VN's top leader encourages Thai corporations to expand investment in Vietnam

General Secretary and State President To Lam on May 28 met with leaders of several leading Thai corporations during his official visit to Thailand, urging them to expand high-quality investment in strategic sectors serving sustainable development.

Top leader attends Vietnam-Thailand business forum in Bangkok

Party Chief and President To Lam attended the Thailand – VN Business Forum 2026 in Bangkok on May 28, alongside Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul, senior officials from both countries and representatives of nearly 700 Vietnamese and Thai businesses.

Vietnam, Thailand share experience in developing new financial products

Chairwoman of Vietnam’s State Securities Commission (SSC) Vu Thi Chan Phuong held a working session with Chairman of Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Wisit Wisitsora-at in Bangkok on May 28.

Vietnam’s mountain sturgeon farmers battle rising costs and shrinking profits

Natural spring sturgeon, once prized for its premium quality, is struggling to compete with cheaper imported fish in Vietnam’s market.