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Vietnam forecasts trade surplus of 4 billion USD in H1

According to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), export turnover alone is projected to reach 215–217 billion USD, up approximately 13.8–14%. This results in an estimated trade surplus of 3.4–4 billion USD.

Vietnam to join international carbon offsetting scheme for aviation

The Ministry of Construction (formerly the Ministry of Transport) and the CAAV have actively implemented the necessary measures to meet CORSIA’s requirements.

Many banks accelerate plans to list shares on HoSE

The trend of moving to HoSE is expected to help banks improve transparency, expand fundraising opportunities, and affirm their position in the capital market.

Fintech sandbox expands access to capital for SMEs

Director of the SBV’s Payment Department Pham Anh Tuan said the issuance of Decree 94 provides a legal basis for sandbox participants to trial new products, services, and business models in real-life conditions, ultimately benefiting customers.

Vietnam’s stock market expects upgrading in September

In recent months, the ministry has worked closely with relevant agencies to enhance both the legal framework and market infrastructure. As a result, the majority of key criteria for reclassification have now been met.

Vietnam – US trade negotiations see positive outcome

Vietnam was among the earliest countries to engage in trade negotiations with the US, and the third large trading partner of the latter to reach a preliminary agreement on tariffs.

Revised income tax law set for October submission

The Ministry of Finance is drafting a new Personal Income Tax Law for submission to the National Assembly in its year-end session this October.

Vietnam’s aquatic exports slow amid unpredictable challenges

Aquatic exports last month inched up just 4% from a year earlier to 876 million USD, a steep drop from May’s 20% surge, marking the weakest monthly gain in the first half.

Agro-forestry-fisheries exports near 34 billion USD in H1

The results, coupled with the trend of accelerating exports towards year-end, the total export value for 2025 may reach 67 billion USD.

Vietnam’s frozen durian exports triple in H1

The significant increase in frozen durian exports is attributed in part to favourable market-opening policies, particularly the export protocol signed with China in August 2024.

Vietnam, one of most promising players on global semiconductor landscape

Amid growing global demand, fragile supply chains and intensifying geopolitical conflicts, Vietnam is rapidly emerging as one of the most promising players in the global semiconductor landscape, a seminar heard in Ho Chi Minh City on July 2.

Vietnam’s GDP growth poised to beat forecast by 0.3%: official

Vietnam’s economy outpaced forecasts in the first half, with GDP growth likely to exceed projections by 0.2 to 0.3%, Minister-Chairman of the Government Office Tran Van Son said on July 3.

IZ infrastructure stalled: businesses face capital backlog, roads left unused

Experts point out that industrial zone (IZ) infrastructure is the bottleneck causing businesses to have stagnant capital and fail to invest.

Vietnam stocks climb on US tariff cut news

The latest US-Vietnam agreement sent VN-Index close to 1,400, with more gains expected.

Dong Nai proposes high-tech FTZ with gold trading and forex liberalization

Dong Nai outlines its ambitious free trade zone, complete with foreign exchange freedoms and cross-border capital flow mechanisms.

Bank to sell 28 Hoi An properties linked to tourism sector debts

A series of historic properties in Hoi An Old Town are being auctioned by Agribank in an effort to recover bad debts tied to interconnected businesses.

Vietnam warns of major land price shifts as new valuation tables roll out

As localities update land price tables, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment warns of sharp fluctuations impacting the real estate market.

Da Nang partners with global investors to build international financial center

Da Nang signs strategic MOU with Terne Holdings and The One Destination, aiming to position itself as Vietnam’s next financial hub.

Vietnam targets emerging market status for stock exchange by September

Over 91,000 new businesses formed as Vietnam strengthens private sector with policy support.

Ho Chi Minh City backs AEON’s billion-dollar retail plan

AEON plans to invest heavily in Ho Chi Minh City with three new shopping centers, boosting local retail space and creating up to 1,500 new jobs.