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Vietnam works to diversify raw material sources to ensure sustainable growth

The Ministry of Industry and Trade is drafting a scheme on diversifying imported raw material sources for domestic production, with feedback from industry associations and businesses being incorporated into concrete proposals and support policies.

Vietnam’s EV market attractive to both domestic, foreign manufacturers

The roadmap to restrict the use of petrol-powered vehicles and encourage green ones in such major cities as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is creating a strong boost to the EV market.

Super apps wage billion-dollar race for Vietnam’s digital shopping carts

Industry experts identify multiple factors driving online grocery shopping into a billion-dollar battleground for app developers.

PM directs ministries to fast-track projects for 2025 growth boost

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh outlines decisive measures to hit Vietnam’s 2025 growth target of up to 8.5%.

OCOP cooperatives seek ways to unlock international markets

Unlike mass industrial production, OCOP products are inherently limited due to their close ties to local identities and village traditions.

Should HCMC abolish house-completion procedures after permits are exempted?

Some people have suggested abolishing construction completion procedures after exemption of construction permits for individual houses in hundreds of projects in HCM City.

Vietnam’s budget boom built on land revenues sparks sustainability debate

Vietnam’s 2025 budget surges on land revenues, sparking warnings of inequality and risk.

From ‘leading role’ to fair play: Vietnam’s state economy shift

Redefining the state economy could balance competition and improve efficiency in Vietnam’s market system.

Bac Ninh tops Vietnam exports, surpassing Ho Chi Minh City in July

In its first month after provincial-level administrative consolidation, Bac Ninh has unexpectedly surpassed Ho Chi Minh City to lead the nation in export value.

Vietnam joins global shift toward blending work and personal life

As the boundaries between work and life blur, experts say flexibility must be balanced with discipline to prevent burnout.

Vietnam secures first export of 5,000 drones to South Korea

On August 12, Vietnam secured its first-ever order to export 5,000 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to South Korea, marking a new era for the country’s UAV technology.

Experts back State role in setting land prices, warn on data quality

Experts say State control of initial land pricing will bring transparency, curb speculation, and make secondary pricing more predictable.

Hanoi apartment prices push past USD 3,000/m², leaving buyers behind

Rising costs and luxury bias put homeownership beyond reach for most city residents.

Circular economy lifts Vietnam’s cement industry prospects

Output, sales, and exports all rise as domestic demand strengthens and export tax cuts take effect.

Vietnam’s Long Son petrochemical plant to resume after year-long halt

Thailand’s SCG plans to bring Vietnam’s Long Son plant back online this month, citing improved oil market conditions.

Prime Minister Chinh, Japanese firms discuss future investment roadmap

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets Japanese corporate leaders to boost trade and investment.

Four major Vietnamese banks surpass 1 quadrillion VND in loans

The first half of 2025 saw the “Big 4” banks retain their dominance in lending, while private lenders NCB and VPBank posted the fastest growth.

Optimising AI in promoting Vietnamese goods ecosystem

This year, retail sales and consumer service revenue are expected to grow 10.5–12%, contributing to an overall economic growth target of 8.3–8.5%.

RoK's major projects expected to drive Vietnam’s FDI surge

Large-scale projects invested by Korean investors in strategic sectors such as semiconductors and energy are poised to give a strong boost to foreign direct investment inflows into VN.

Textile-garment sector enjoys 9% export growth in seven months

To meet the ambitious annual target of 47–48 billion USD, the sector must now achieve monthly exports of over 4 billion USD during the remaining months of the year.