Việt Nam News

Five years after the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) took effect in August 2020, Vietnamese Trade Counselor in Germany Đặng Thị Thanh Phương described it as a transformative step in Việt Nam’s integration into the global economy.

Global aviation analytics firm OAG forecasts that Long Thành International Airport in southern Việt Nam could become one of Asia’s mega airports, serving up to 100 million passengers annually within the next decade.

Sales on Việt Nam’s four e-commerce platforms including Shopee, Lazada, Tiki and TikTok Shop in the first half of this year reached VNĐ202.3 trillion (US$7.8 billion).

The brands have not only reached global markets with high-quality products but also built compelling brand narratives, an innovation spirit and strong commitments to sustainable development.

In the draft, the ministry proposes two reform options, both of which would apply the lowest tax rate of 5 per cent to taxable monthly income of VNĐ10 million (US\$400) after deductions.

The investigation was initiated on August 8, 2024 at the request of Taiwan Cement Manufacturers Association and covered the period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

The province has identified five key project groups for priority investment, with total estimated capital of VNĐ18.25 trillion.

The “One Commune, One Product” (OCOP) programme is providing a strong impetus for agricultural transformation in Vĩnh Long Province, helping local producers shift away from fragmented, small-scale operations towards integrated value chains.

According to the State Bank of Vietnam, by the end of June 2025, total system-wide credit had grown by approximately 9.9 per cent, with capital flows concentrating on priority sectors such as production, business, and notably, start-ups.

Themed 'Energy Transition: Vision and Action', the forum focused on Việt Nam’s need to stay competitive in the global green supply chain while adapting to climate change.

From modest beginnings, with two listed stocks and a trading value of just VNĐ70.4 million (US$2,688), HoSE has emerged as the nation’s largest exchange by market capitalisation and liquidity.

Platforms are now required to enhance transparency in transactions and assume greater responsibility for tax collection.

NA Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn said while international financial centre is a long-established model in Switzerland, it remains a new concept for Việt Nam, so the country needs experience from countries like Switzerland in this field.

Masan Group Corporation (HOSE: MSN) has posted solid financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2025, achieving more than 50 per cent of its full-year net profit target.

At the close of trading on the final Monday of July, the VN-Index on the Hồ Chí Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE) surged 26.29 points, or 1.72 per cent, to end at 1,557.42, well above its previous all-time high.

The outlet serves as the brand’s physical touchpoint in India, underscoring VinFast’s long-term commitment to establishing a strong, customer-centric electric mobility ecosystem.

US technology company Coherent on Monday morning officially opened a new manufacturing facility in Nhơn Trạch Industrial Park, marking a major step forward in its global strategy as well as presenting a clear example of the growing confidence of global tech corporations in Việt Nam’s investment environment and potential.

Banks remained the dominant issuers, with nearly VNĐ198.5 trillion raised — a surge of 131 per cent year-on-year.