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Việt Nam streamlines telecom quality rules to cut compliance burden

Đại Hùng - Phase 3 project produces first commercial oil flow

By the end of April 2025, the field had produced nearly 75 million barrels of oil, making a significant contribution to national revenue.

Lychee output expected to rise 30% this year

Việt Nam expects a bumper crop of lychee this year with an output of 303,000 tonnes, about 30 per cent higher than that of last year.

PM orders actions to safeguard agricultural production, exports amid global trade volatility

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has issued a dispatch asking for coordinated actions to maintain stability in the production, sale, and export of agricultural, forestry, and aquatic products in response to mounting global trade uncertainties.

HCM City sees solid socio-economic growth in April

HCM City saw positive growth across many areas in April, especially tourism revenue, thanks to recent celebrations.

Việt Nam to send largest-ever delegation to 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit

A Vietnamese delegation will take part in the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit, scheduled for May 11-14 in Maryland, the US, Minister of Finance Nguyễn Văn Thắng told US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper at their meeting in Hà Nội on Thursday.

Proposed 20% tax on real estate profits sparks concerns

A proposal to impose a 20-per-cent tax on profits from real estate transfers could create negative impacts on the housing market and overall accessibility for homebuyers.

Việt Nam expands bird’s nest trade with China, eyes market growth

To date, more than four tonnes of refined bird’s nests and millions of processed products worth over US$4 million have been officially exported.

Petrolimex posts big fall in profits as global crude price tumbles

The rapid decline in global oil prices, particularly following US President Trump's announcement of new tariffs on imports, has created significant volatility in the market.

Việt Nam’s economy needs restructuring amid US tariff shifts

Forum hears that VN can use this time to stabilise the domestic market and supply chains, maintain the confidence of investors and international partners and turn the crisis into a driver for reform and competitiveness improvement.

Hotel sector faces mounting cost pressures

Operating cost management is not about cutting indiscriminately. It’s about optimising resources to ensure the hotel operates efficiently, competes sustainably, and maintains long-term profitability.

VN needs a strategy to develop coconut industry

Việt Nam needs a strategy to develop its coconut industry to capitalise on soaring global demand to expand exports sustainably.

Phạm Nhật Vượng becomes first Vietnamese person owning $9b assets

Vingroup’s founder and chairman Phạm Nhật Vượng becomes the first Vietnamese person to have a fortune of US$9 billion, according to the latest Forbes update on May 8.

Việt Nam stands ready to step up cooperation with Azerbaijani firms: Party chief

Oil and gas cooperation between the two countries has developed well, with great-value contracts signed between their oil and gas corporations

Fuel prices cut again

Việt Nam’s retail fuel prices were reduced for the second consecutive time from 3pm on May 8, under an urgent directive issued on the same day by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT).

'Five-party linkage' - a core objective for green, sustainable agriculture

The State has issued policies to support and regulate, banks are providing green credit, scientists are transferring technology, businesses are investing in raw material zones and product distribution and farmers are adapting to modern agricultural practices.