Việt Nam News

Bilateral relations should be shaped by a long-term vision, not merely based on trade volume or investment flows, but on the increasing complementarity of the two economies, Việt Nam's growing role in global supply chains, and strategic interest connectivity between the two countries.

Bình Sơn Refining and Petrochemical Joint Stock Company (BSR) on Tuesday signed memoranda of understanding with major US energy companies to expand bilateral cooperation in the energy sector as the two countries are seeking to deepen economic ties.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development is instructed to work with localities to select and introduce exemplary One Commune–One Product (OCOP) products and regional specialties for display and sale at the fair.

Revenue at booths from localities ranged from VNĐ20 million (US$775) to VNĐ1 billion in the first two days.

Governor of the National Bank of Kazakhstan (NBK) Timur Suleimenov highlighted the steady development of the traditional friendship between Việt Nam and Kazakhstan across all channels, levels and fields, particularly since the establishment of the bilateral Strategic Partnership.

Bringing NPL resolution into development policy framework marks a shift from a reactive, situational approach to one that is proactive, long term and structural.

Under the plan for the 2026–30 period, the province aims to industrialise and modernise livestock production, ensuring sustainable growth and enhanced competitiveness.

Stronger domestic demand may push up imports, while export growth could face difficulties due to slower global economic growth, adding pressure to the exchange rate and consumer prices.

A regulatory sandbox for blockchain-based finance and digital assets has been identified as a strategic pillar in the development of the Việt Nam International Financial Centre in HCM City(VIFC-HCMC), as Việt Nam seeks to foster innovation, modernise its financial market and strengthen its regional standing.

The order was issued in Official Dispatch No. 08/CĐ-TTg, signed by the Prime Minister on Tuesday, amid growing concerns over disruptions to food imports, exports and domestic supply chains following the decree’s entry into force.

A rapidly ageing population places heavy pressure on families and the healthcare system. It also deepens gender inequality by limiting women’s ability to join the formal labour market.

Key agricultural and food products accounted for around US$1.4 billion of the total export value, representing the largest share of the sector’s turnover.

The programme is seen as an important measure to strengthen corporate accountability, improve product traceability and reinforce consumer confidence during the peak shopping season.

Việt Nam’s retail market has seen rapid growth, driven by the strong expansion of convenience store chains, especially in major cities such as Hồ Chí Minh City and Hà Nội.

Speaking to Vietnam News Agency correspondents in France, Professor Nguyễn Văn Phú of Paris Nanterre University noted that a key driver of Việt Nam – EU economic ties today is the shift toward reducing excessive dependence on any single major market.

PM Phạm Minh Chính urged Swiss and European firms to expand investment, boost technology transfer, support training, share expertise, invest in R&D, and help Vietnamese firms join global value chains.

Việt Nam has launched a new corporate governance code aligned with G20/OECD principles to raise transparency, board accountability and ESG standards across listed and public companies.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade will continue working with relevant stakeholders to collect and verify information and documentation submitted by the parties concerned, as the investigation moves forward.