E-portal serves over 41,500 online household businesses

The e-portal for households and individuals running ecommerce business, officially launched on December 19, 2024, provides a convenient channel for them to register, declare, and pay taxes.

PV GAS to provide clean energy for key power plants for 25 years

The corporation recently signed a contract with Petrovietnam Power Corporation (PV Power) to provide LNG power for the commercial operations of Nhon Trach 3 and 4 thermal power plants, which PV Power manages, for 25 years.

Harnessing innovation, digital transformation for growth: Party chief

The Party General Secretary To Lam has stressed the need for bold action in adopting and deploying science, technology, and innovation to improve governance and services for businesses and citizens.

PM holds dialogue with businesses from ASEAN

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a dialogue in Hanoi on March 4 with businesses from ASEAN member countries that are operating in Vietnam.

SOEs seek greater autonomy in business operations

Leaders of state-owned enterprises (SOEs), which have proposed numerous solutions and targets to help obtain the targeted GDP growth rate of 8 percent, say they want greater autonomy in their business operations.

Experts warn: 90% of Pi Network investors could lose money

Pi Network has attracted widespread interest, but experts warn against betting too much on an uncertain future.

Nearly 1,200km of expressways set for completion in 2025

Currently, 56 per cent of the project is complete. Efforts are being made to fast-track tunnel construction, with breakthroughs expected by April 30.

Is social housing really affordable? Vietnamese workers say no

Despite government incentives, social housing in Vietnam is still too expensive for low-income families. What can be done to fix this?

Building a Vietnam-owned retail system remains a challenge

Foreign players have developed and expanded rapidly through new investments and mergers and acquisitions

Ninh Thuan calls for investment with focus on marine economy

Priority will be given to projects that aim to improve the local marine economy by developing renewable energy, coastal tourism and marine services.

Adjusting Power Plan VIII needs to exploit biomass power potentials

The Vietnam Sugarcane Association (VSA) has proposed adjusting the draft revised Power Plan VIII, to resolve the ongoing problem of disposing of waste and to fully exploit the potential of biomass power development.

VN's capital market improvement needed to meet high growth targets

In addition to growth drivers such as exports and consumption, raising capital is the key for Việt Nam to achieve the growth target of 8 per cent this year.

Ministry works on application of international financial reporting standards

The Ministry of Finance is drafting a circular guiding the application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in Vietnam.

Townhouse rents fall in HCM City as demand declines

Estate agents in the city have reported a decline in rental rates of 20-32% during the first two months of 2025.

Food businesses concerned decree amendments could cost them millions

The draft decree has significantly tightened three categories of administrative procedures and introduced some unreasonable regulations, potentially creating new bottlenecks for production and business operations, according to EuroCham.

Unique experiences turn forgotten destinations into magnets for tourists

The development of distinctive tourism products through the effective utilisation of natural resources and local culture has added charm to travel destinations.

Vietnam People’s Air Force and mission to protect national skies

Following this direction, on March 3, 1955, the Ministry of National Defence decided to establish the Airport Research Department, marking the formation of Vietnam's air force.

Inside the 7-day psychological trap: How scammers steal millions

Cybercriminals are using AI to create fake identities and trick victims into losing millions. Learn how to protect yourself.

Vietnam’s minimum wage falls short of living costs

As living costs rise, more Vietnamese workers are leaving major cities to find financial stability elsewhere. The push for a living wage is stronger than ever.

Vietnam jumps 15 places in global mobile Internet speed rankings

With an average download speed of 134 Mbps, Vietnam’s mobile Internet is now among the world’s fastest, supported by rapid 5G deployment.

Vietnam’s population may decline after three decades due to low birth rates

If fertility rates remain low, Vietnam will face a shrinking workforce and aging population. The government is considering policy changes to reverse the trend.

Massive military parade rehearsals underway for Vietnam’s Reunification Day

Vietnam mobilizes 5,400 soldiers for a grand military parade marking the 50th anniversary of national reunification on April 30 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City to start construction on Metro Line 2 in December 2025

Ho Chi Minh City will break ground on Metro Line 2 in December 2025 after finalizing approvals and contractor selection.

VietNamNet to transition under the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs

As part of Vietnam’s government restructuring, VietNamNet will be managed by the newly established Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance to cut 9,640 jobs in 2025 amid major restructuring

As part of a broad efficiency drive, the Ministry of Finance is downsizing its workforce over the next two years.