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Deputy PM urges 1.5-2 percentage point lending rate cuts for businesses, priority sectors

OT cybersecurity risk elevated within executive leadership ranks: Fortinet

More than half of organisations report that the chief information security officer (CISO) or chief security officer (CSO) is responsible for operational technology (OT), up from 16 per cent in 2022, while 95 per cent of organisations report that the C-Suite is responsible for OT, up from 41 per cent in 2022.

Czech businesses ramp up pursuit of opportunities in Việt Nam

The Việt Nam – Czech Republic business networking seminar, held on the afternoon of July 11 in Hà Nội, opened up numerous prospects for cooperation between the two countries in key areas such as high technology, energy, mining, and the defence industry.

Huế University launches first microchip design programme

In a major step toward building Việt Nam’s tech workforce, Huế University has unveiled two new programmes tailored to the needs of the semiconductor and automation industries.

Tây Ninh, YCH Group partner to advance smart logistics

Under the agreement, both sides will push forward a logistics project at the Mộc Bài Border Gate Economic Zone, explore additional investments to modernise logistics infrastructure, and enhance infrastructure connectivity across the province.

Hà Nội to establish an innovation centre as a joint stock company to drive tech-led growth

Hà Nội plans to establish Hà Nội Innovation Centre following the model of a joint stock company to consolidate the capital city’s position as Việt Nam’s leading innovation hub, according to a draft resolution submitted to the municipal People’s Committee this week.

VN aviation sees plunges in punctuality amid peak travel season

Việt Nam’s aviation industry reported a sharp decline in punctuality rate in the first half of this year despite a significant increase in passenger traffic, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Việt Nam (CAAV).

Consumption policies can be more effective

Unless the final consumption figure is fractionated, the effectiveness of consumption stimulus policies is not correctly assessed. A lack of disaggregated statistics can prevent sufficiently deep assessments from being a basis for good policies and meaningful stimulation measures.

The economic potential of provinces after merger unlocks new space and momentum

Experts say merging provincial and communal administrative units has created new economic opportunities, allowing localities to combine strengths in terrain, infrastructure, and key industries.

Seafood exports face mounting uncertainty in H1

Exporters and trade analysts are now warning of a more turbulent path ahead for the remainder of the year as the Government is being urged to provide timely support through preferential credit access, real-time market intelligence, and trade promotion campaigns focused on alternative markets.

Việt Nam’s H1 GDP growth highest since 2011

Amid multiple global challenges, Việt Nam’s 7.52 per cent GDP growth stands out as a bright spot, demonstrating the economy’s enduring resilience.

Ethiopian Airlines launches Hà Nội route, signs deals with Vietnamese partners

Accordingly, Ethiopian Airlines signed memoranda of understanding (MoU) with Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Air, Vietnam Post (VNPost), and Deks Air Vietnam.

Prime Minister works with US-ASEAN Business Council to foster economic and investment ties

The Government leader highlighted Việt Nam's commitment to ensuring equal access to resources between domestic and foreign enterprises, and streamlining visa regulations and labour policies, among others.

VN-Index sets a record week on bullish sentiment

For the first time in a long while, investors witnessed the market maintaining a consistent upward trend throughout the week.

PVI Insurance shines bright with prestigious international awards

At the Country Awards for Excellence 2025 in Hong Kong, PVI Insurance was Việt Nam’s only winner in all three major non-life categories, Best General Insurer, Outstanding Claims Management and Best Digital Insurer of the Year.

Online traded goods must declare quality standards from 2026

From 2026, all products sold online, regardless of scale, must publish standard certification according to the corresponding risk group.

Car sales increase sharply in June

The total market sales of the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA)’s members in June 2025 reached 31,977 vehicles, up 9 per cent over May and up 20 per cent over the same period in 2024.

Nearly 1,500 household businesses converted into enterprises in six months

The tax authority is piloting the use of digital identity accounts for organisations to access e-tax services, with a nationwide rollout expected before July 2025.

Data is crucial for banking industry to move to new development phase

In the near future, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) will also issue regulations allowing the closure of all accounts without authentication data.

2025 coffee exports hit target, set for record $7.5 billion

Việt Nam exported an estimated 953,900 tonnes of coffee worth US$5.45 billion in the first six months of 2025, increasing by 5.3 per cent in volume and 67.5 per cent in value compared to the same period in 2024.

Satellite cities attract new investment waves

Provincial mergers, which will reduce the number of provinces and cities in Việt Nam from 63 to 34, is not simply an administrative reform, but an opportunity to restructure the socio-economic space, according to the President of the Việt Nam National Real Estate Association (VNREA) Nguyễn Văn Khôi.