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Father-son share swap at HAGL as Bau Duc sells, son buys in

Doan Hoang Nam registers to buy 27 million HAG shares as his father sells 25 million.

Mai Linh responds to viral debt claims, cites pandemic hardship

Taxi operator says remaining debt will be paid once both sides reconcile accounts.

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.

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.

Savico and Tasco team up to expand Geely–Lynk & Co network in Vietnam

Saigon General Service Corporation (Savico) has increased its investment in Tasco RT Auto Trading Co., Ltd. to expand operations, focusing on distributing Chinese brands Geely and Lynk & Co.

Viettel showcases missile systems, eyes global high-tech exports

Viettel plans to test 6G by 2028 and lead in 9 national strategic technologies including AI and robotics.

Vietnam Airlines launches onboard internet trials on Airbus A350s

Vietnam Airlines has launched a trial of satellite-based onboard internet, offering messaging and browsing packages on A350s with full rollout planned by end-2025.

Viettel develops low-altitude drones for search and rescue, defense operations

Viettel President Lieutenant General Tao Duc Thang said Viettel has started researching low-altitude unmanned and manned aerial vehicles to be used for both economic and defense purposes.

Debt restructuring period for Vietnam Airlines extended to 2027

A new circular from the State Bank of Vietnam officially extends Vietnam Airlines' debt restructuring period by three years, giving the national carrier more time to recover from Covid-19-related losses.

CIS Lao Cai, UK’s Ultra Education to bring startup training to VN students

The Canadian International School Lao Cai (CIS Lao Cai) has inked a strategic partnership with the UK-based Ultra Education to bring business and start-up education to students in Vietnam’s northwestern province.

ADB, Thu Dau Mot Water sign $6mil loan agreement for water expansion project

The loan will be used to increase the plant’s capacity from 30,000 to 80,000 cubic metres per day, ensuring a reliable supply of clean water for residents, as well as for the growing number of commercial and industrial users.

Vietravel Airlines welcomes second Airbus aircraft

Vietravel Airlines on August 4 welcomed its second owned aircraft, an Airbus A320, at the Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, marking a new milestone in the airline’s efforts to enhance operational capacity and pursue sustainable development.

Big4 bank race: Vietcombank tops profit, VietinBank cuts staff sharply

Vietnam’s top four state-owned banks all saw rising profits, but only Agribank cut bad debt while VietinBank made a bold move with massive staff cuts.

Pawnshop chain F88 to list shares at $25 each on UPCoM

F88 will list over 8.26 million shares on UPCoM at 634,900 VND each, targeting $1 billion valuation by 2027.

IFC invests $20 million in Vietnam’s leading toll tech firm

The World Bank’s IFC has invested $20 million in Vietnam’s top ETC firm VETC to boost smart traffic infrastructure and digital transport solutions.

Phuong Thao’s wealth nears US$3 billion as VietJet stock hits ceiling price

VietJet's VJC stock, chaired by Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, unexpectedly hit its ceiling price during the morning session on July 22, despite foreign investors offloading nearly 20 million shares. Thao's net worth is now estimated to approach $3 billion.

Vietnam achieves milestone with undersea cables led by local firms

For the first time, five international cable routes are operated by Vietnamese entities.

Billionaire Tran Dinh Long gains $400 million as HPG breaks records

Vietnam’s largest steelmaker benefits from protective trade policies and domestic demand for rail projects.

Petrolimex appoints Luu Van Tuyen as new CEO

The Board of Directors of Vietnam National Petroleum Group (Petrolimex) has officially appointed Mr. Luu Van Tuyen as the new Chief Executive Officer of the corporation.

Becamex, IFC advance green industrial park model in Vietnam

Industrial park developer Becamex IDC signed a cooperation agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), aiming to integrate international sustainability standards into the practical operations of its industrial parks in Vietnam.