Vietnam’s domestic wood and furniture market is brimming with untapped potential but remains far below its weight, industry experts said, calling for a serious overhaul of market infrastructure and a transparent consumer ecosystem.

The Vung Ang Economic Zone in central province of Ha Tinh will be developed into a multi-sector and multi-functional coastal economic hub driven by industry, seaport and logistics services, according to its recently approved revised master plan.

British investors have proposed an 18-billion-USD deep-sea port and eco-industrial urban complex in the northern province of Quang Ninh as local authorities reaffirmed their commitment to facilitating strategic, high-value investment projects.

Deputies to the 16th National Assembly on August 7 discussed a draft resolution providing special mechanisms and policies to address difficulties facing projects serving the 2027 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Phu Quoc special zone.

The People’s Committee of the central province of Ha Tinh has approved the investment policies and investors for four wind power projects with a combined capacity of 225MW and total capital of 7.81 trillion VND (298 million USD).

The Ministry of Industry and Trade, in coordination with relevant agencies, is scheduled to hold the launch ceremony for the Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) 2025 Index in Hanoi on August 18.

Granting petroleum businesses autonomy to set retail prices could trigger sharp price surges at certain times, creating adverse impacts across the economy.

In just seven months, Vietnam spent US$12.31 billion importing 13.65 million tons of crude oil and petroleum products. Domestic fuel prices are currently lower than in several regional markets.

Vietnam is proposing sweeping changes to property transactions, including mandatory digital identification codes and tougher rules for off-plan housing sales, drawing mixed reactions from the industry.

Da Nang will invest more than US$237 million to complete key infrastructure at Lien Chieu Port as the city seeks to expand maritime capacity and attract private investment.

The Government Inspectorate has transferred case files to the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) to further investigate signs of bidding regulation violations committed by several contractors and the developer Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV).

More than a year after Vietnam launched its direct power purchase mechanism, businesses are investing heavily in renewable energy projects to meet growing demand for clean electricity.

During the first seven months of 2026, Vietnam attracted more than 38 billion USD in registered FDI, up nearly 58% year-on-year.

Durian exports brought in $1.8 billion in the first seven months of the year, up nearly 30 percent year on year. Nevertheless, this "king of fruits" is becoming increasingly inexpensive.

Vietnam has approved the establishment of a 496.1-hectare high-tech park in Hung Yen province, in a move aimed at attracting technology investment, accelerating innovation and supporting the country's long-term industrial development.

The number of businesses joining the market continues to rise, and newly established companies are launching with larger amount of registered capital.

Rapid growth in e-commerce and digital platforms has created new opportunities for consumers but also heightened risks of fraud, data breaches and online transaction disputes.

Vietnam's stock market has staged a strong recovery after suffering steep losses throughout most of July. Selling pressure has eased for now, while many blue-chips have rallied sharply.

Resolution 36 has opened the right door, but to step through that door, the country needs a fundamental shift in institutions and development mindset, according to Dr. Tran Dinh Thien.

Vietnamese builder CC1 reported strong first-half growth but faces mounting challenges after being named in a government inspection conclusion related to Long Thanh airport.