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Prime Minister orders tighter control of gold market to curb price disparities

The PM called for a crackdown on shadowy practices like market manipulation, gold smuggling, and other illicit activities, and tasked the SBV, the Ministry of Finance, and other agencies with creating a business environment so vibrant that people might choose entrepreneurship over hoarding gold.

Lao forum, trade fair promote development of East-West economic corridor

The forum brought together representatives from 19 Vietnamese provinces and cities, four southern Lao provinces – Champasak, Sekong, Salavan, and Attapeu, Thailand’s Ubon Ratchathani Province, and businesses from the three countries.

Việt Nam-Malaysia trade records strong growth over past decade

Since the two countries elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership in 2015, Malaysia’s exports to Việt Nam have soared by around 160 per cent.

Vietnamese mangoes dominate Chinese market

The average export price of Vietnamese mangoes also rose by 72.6 per cent, reflecting strong consumer acceptance in China.

Resolution 68 poised to spark new life into private sector

A new resolution sets the goal that by 2030, the private sector will become the most important driver of the nation's economy, taking the lead in science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

Private sector rises as strategic pillar of national development

In conversations with Việt Nam News reporter Vũ Hoa, top executives from the country’s private enterprises spoke about what the latest shift means and the steps needed to turn policy into progress.

Boosting three-pillar synergy to propel Việt Nam’s economy into the new era

The private sector must become more of an economic pillar, with enterprise collaboration a key to sustainable breakthroughs.

Clear exit strategies key to unlocking private capital

Experts emphasised that Việt Nam’s startup scene is thriving, but private capital will only flow if investors see viable returns.

Market slows as VN-Index struggles near previous peak

At the end of the session, the VN-Index edged up by 0.62 points to close at 1,313.46. Trading volume reached nearly 718 million shares, equivalent to more than VNĐ16.89 trillion (US$651.5 million) in value.

Policy boost urged as financial leasing hits VNĐ40.7 trillion in Q1

Financial leasing reached VNĐ40.7 trillion (US$1.6 billion) by Q1, up 8.4 per cent year-on-year, calling for measures to boost its role in the economy.

Dung Quất refinery helps ensure national defence with locally made military fuels

Since 2012, BSR has cooperated with the Ministry of National Defence to develop fuel. Most fuels for defence equipment had previously been imported from abroad.

Việt Nam sees robust growth in air transport market over past decade

Việt Nam registered the highest growth rate among the top 10 markets in the region at 121 per cent, driven by the country’s strong economic performance and growing appeal as a travel destination.

VN classified as low risk under EU anti-deforestation regulation

Việt Nam has been officially classified as a “low-risk” country under the European Union’s new Anti-Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), according to a recent announcement by the European Commission (EC) in Brussels.

Bình Định seeks over $290 million to upgrade ports for 50,000DWT vessels

By 2030, the province’s seaport system is expected to handle 17.65–18.75 million tonnes of cargo annually, including 0.32–0.37 million TEUs of containerised cargo and 150,000–200,000 passenger visits per year.

Việt Nam, US look to boost bilateral economic, trade cooperation

Vietnamese Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Hồng Diên met with US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick in Washington, D.C. to boost economic ties and review trade talks.

Few Vietnamese firms ready for cyber threats

While there has been an increase in preparedness, an improvement from just 5 per cent in 2024, the overall level of readiness remains critically low, experts said.

Protecting .vn domain names from the risk of illegal appropriation

Registry Lock is a service that 'hard locks' domain names - similar to locking a safe and can only be opened with the owner's key.

PM urges building int’l financial centre with transparent, open legal environment

Policies must ensure property rights, freedom of business, and freedom of movement for all entities participating in the financial centre.

Vietnamese-made electric tugboat operates at Belgium’s largest port

Antwerp Port, one of Europe’s largest, has launched its first electric tugboat, Volta 1, manufactured in Việt Nam, showcasing the country’s green shipbuilding capabilities.