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Building materials sector pushed beyond raw extraction

Legal clarity needed to ease investment procedures: VCCI

Despite government efforts to decentralise, many projects still need approval at both central and local government levels, complicating matters.

Bắc Ninh reserves industrial land for private tech firms

Bắc Ninh is working to support domestic private sci-tech enterprises in accordance with the Party Central Committee's policy, with the goal of making the province a role model in promoting and assisting the private sector.

Vietnam Airlines to offer nearly 9 million seats for summer peak season

During the April 30 – May 1 holiday, Vietnam Airlines operated over 3,100 flights, serving 500,000 passengers, up 27 per cent year-on-year after adding 350 extra flights on high-demand routes.

Launch of first ‘Make in Vietnam’ blockchain network

The network — a decentralised digital foundation - is designed to support public data, digital finance and Government services.

Foreign investment disbursement reaches five-year high in first four months of 2025

The GSO said that foreign investment registered in Việt Nam hit $13.82 billion in the first four months, marking a yearly rise of 40 per cent.

Việt Nam - Kazakhstan deepen economic ties amid strategic opportunities

The strengthening of Việt Nam – Kazakhstan relations comes at a time when both countries are seeking to diversify their economic partnerships and expand their presence in regional markets.

VN-Index inches up as market liquidity improves significantly

At the close, the VN-Index rose modestly by 1.9 points, or 0.15 per cent, to 1,241.95 points.

Special incentives for National Innovation Centre

The Government has issued a decree outlining a series of preferential mechanisms and policies, including certain foreign nationals not needing work permits, aimed at fostering the development of the National Innovation Centre.

Quảng Trị pushes wind power projects

To date, eight out of 11 approved wind power projects with a total capacity of 424MW are behind schedule.

KRX system operates smoothly on its first trading day

The contractor and related units will continue to closely monitor and actively collaborate with market members to ensure the new system operates effectively, especially in the initial phase.

April CPI rises 0.07 per cent on higher house rents

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) edged up 0.07 per cent in April over the previous month, mainly due to rising rents and food prices, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Vietjet launches new airline brand

Vietjet and Qazaq Air will jointly develop and operate Vietjet Qazaqstan, leveraging the existing Qazaq Air platform.

Vietjet reports strong Q1 results with 24% increase in profit

The airline also reported a significant boost in ancillary revenue, which reached over VNĐ6.2 trillion in the period, contributing to more than 35 per cent of its total revenue.

Agro-forestry-fishery trade surplus $5.2 billion in four months

The agricultural, forestry and fisheries sector posted US$ 5.18 billion trade surplus in the first four months of 2025, a year‑on‑year drop of 4.1 per cent.

Việt Nam, Cuba expand high-tech shrimp farming cooperation

Despite the geographical distance, the Việt Nam – Cuba friendship has been continously fostered through practical cooperation projects, notably a high-tech intensive shrimp farming model in Camagüey Province.

CapitaLand to develop $800m low-rise residential project in Hưng Yên

CapitaLand Development is set to develop The Fullton, a low-rise residential project in the northern province of Hưng Yên.

PCI 2024: Hải Phòng claims top spot for the first time

Hải Phòng’s rise to the top reflects its consistent efforts to improve the local business climate through key reforms such as streamlining administrative procedures and promoting investment.

Brazil lifts suspension on Vietnamese tilapia fish imports

The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) has lifted a suspension on Vietnamese tilapia fish imports.

Việt Nam’s textile and garment Industry accelerates exports

Việt Nam’s textile and garment industry is pressing forward with steady growth and enhanced positioning in the global supply chain.

Imposing SCT on beer and alcohol products needs a harmonised approach

Though both policymakers and industry insiders agree that increasing SCT is needed, they acknowledge that the issue is not merely a health-related issue, it is a matter of benefit balance among stakeholders – the State, beer makers and the public.