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Amending Land Law requires balancing public capacity and budget collection

Local land price tables should avoid unrealistic pricing that is either too high, burdening businesses, or too low, causing budget revenue losses.

Khanh Hoa steps up efforts to attract major Korean investors

Leaders of Khanh Hoa province met with executives of HD Hyundai and SK Innovation to explore opportunities to partnerships in shipbuilding and energy industries.

Vietnam proposes six types of commodity exchanges at IFC

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed six types of commodity exchanges to be operated at the international financial centre (IFC), which would cover both traditional goods markets and emerging financial and commercial products.

PM urges Qualcomm to deepen investment in core tech, semiconductors

The PM lauded Qualcomm’s two-decade partnership with Vietnam, spanning mobile connectivity, technology transfer, artificial intelligence (AI) research, STEM education, startup incubation, and innovation ecosystem development.

Vietnam ramps up trade push to reach 20-bln-USD turnover with Cambodia

Two-way trade between Vietnam and Cambodia topped 7 billion USD in the first seven months of the year, up 16.3% against the same time last year.

Vietnam pledges unwavering support for Korean firms: Party chief

Vietnam is ready to serve as an important gateway for Korean enterprises to enter the Southeast Asian market.

Hybrid car sales surge 72% in July on new environemental policy

Notably, the hybrid segment recorded the strongest growth, with 7,112 units sold, a 72% year-on-year increase. The figures reflect a shift in consumer preference towards more environmentally friendly vehicles.

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.