Việt Nam News

Beyond rental costs, investors increasingly value long-term expansion potential, synchronised infrastructure and transparent legal frameworks.

Statistics of Vietnam Customs showed that Vietnam spent more than US$1.44 billion importing 2.18 million tonnes of petroleum products in the first two months of this year, representing a sharp increase of 31.4 per cent and 43 per cent, respectively, over the same period last year. 

With Resolution 36 issued on March 6, the Government aims to ensure stable petroleum supply, maintain flexible fuel price management and optimise the use of domestic gas resources to prevent fuel shortages.

Việt Nam exported an estimated 600,000 tonnes of rice worth US$370 million in January, up 12.4 per cent in volume and 16.9 per cent in value year-on-year.

The inflow of high-quality capital is expected to underpin the city's new growth drivers and bolster its long-term competitiveness.

VinaCapital analysts believed the impact of Middle East tensions on Việt Nam’s economy will likely remain short-term and moderate, while market fluctuations could create opportunities for long-term investors to accumulate stocks at more attractive valuations.

Chairing a meeting to review the development strategy and operational framework for the International Financial Centre, Bình acknowledged the progress made by relevant ministries and localities in a short period of time. However, he noted that current efforts have largely focused on building the organisational structure and legal framework.

The move is expected to help ease congestion at the border, improve operational efficiency of relevant forces, and further promote cross-border trade.

The launch of the VPBank MWG Mastercard credit card underscores the shared commitment to advancing secure, relevant and everyday digital payment experiences in Việt Nam.

Foreign trading contributed negatively, with foreign investors recording a net sell of over VNĐ1.3 trillion on HoSE and VNĐ81.75 billion on HNX. 

Fuel demand surged at state-run petrol stations after price hikes as global oil volatility linked to Middle East tensions adds pressure on Việt Nam’s fuel supply system.

According to Brand Finance’s Banking 500 2026, Việt Nam is represented by 13 banking brands in the global rankings, seven of which demonstrate notable double digit-growth over the past year, reflecting a progressive financial ecosystem.

In February alone, exports were estimated at $33.06 billion, down 23.7 per cent from January because of the nine-day Tết holiday, but still 5.7 per cent higher year-on-year.

Imports of completely built-up (CBU) cars from China surged at the start of 2026, overtaking Thailand and Indonesia to become Việt Nam’s largest source of imported vehicles in January.

Realised foreign investment rose 8.8 per cent in January-February from a year earlier, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Finance.

The promotion also includes ticket discounts of up to 83 per cent to mark International Women's Day on March 8.

It is expected to provide more than 116,000 square metres of leasable industrial space once completed.

Canadian Wood Vietnam, part of Forestry Innovation Investment (FII) - a provincial agency of the Government of British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, has recently reaffirmed its commitment to the Vietnamese wood industry by maintaining a consistent presence across key industry platforms.