Phu Quoc airport to see major upgrades, targeting 18 million passengers by 2050

Phu Quoc airport is set for a major expansion, increasing capacity to 10 million passengers per year by 2030 and 18 million by 2050.

Ba Ria - Vung Tau to develop $15.6 million marine science and technology hub

Ba Ria - Vung Tau is set to develop a cutting-edge marine science and technology hub covering over 10 hectares. The $15.6 million project will drive innovation in offshore wind energy, hydrogen power, and biotechnology.

Christopher Luxon’s visit to Vietnam: A milestone in bilateral relations

As New Zealand and Vietnam celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit is set to enhance cooperation in trade, education, and security, reinforcing a long-standing partnership.

Quang Ninh aims to attract 20 million visitors with over 170 events

Quang Ninh expects to welcome 20 million visitors, including 4.5 million international arrivals, and gain 55 trillion VND (2.2 billion USD) in tourism revenue.

Hanoi FC placed the right bet on a foreign coach

Thirty-three years ago, a Japanese man named Makoto Teguramori, who was in his final days of footballing career, wanted to open an eatery in his hometown.

Vietnamese cyclists confident as they head towards 33rd SEA Games

Vietnamese cyclists are feeling optimistic as they are preparing for the 33rd SEA Games, following their achievements at the 2025 Asian Road Cycling Championships held recently in Thailand.

Vietnam circus promises top work in 2025

Vietnam Circus Federation plans to present nearly 30 special programmes, with award-winning performers, to draw in the crowds in 2025.

HCM City plans to build new film locations

HCM City is considered to build a studio on 300 hectares of land located in the Ethnic Culture and History Park in Thu Duc City.

Criteria for evaluation of FDI efficiency in Vietnam issued

These criteria assess the impact of foreign investment on economic development, considering factors such as capital, growth, operational performance, technology, tax contributions, spillover effects, and links to domestic enterprises.

Hanoi to construct three bridges crossing Red River

The Hanoi People’s Committee has submitted a proposal to the municipal People’s Council for approval of investment plans and adjustments to several public investment projects, including the Tran Hung Dao, Tu Lien and Ngoc Hoi bridges.

Networks of technology talent training centres to be established

The project aims to establish at least one or two networks of such centres in each priority technology sector serving Industry 4.0.

Vaccine against hand-foot-mouth disease to be brought to Vietnam

A memorandum of cooperation has been signed opening up opportunities to bring to Việt Nam many new vaccines, including a vaccine to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease.

MoT aims to start HCM City-Can Tho railway construction before 2030

The 174-kilometre railway will traverse six cities and provinces in the southern key economic region, enhancing connectivity between HCM City and the Mekong Delta.

Increase of registered capital helps express corporation to upgrade expressways

The National Assembly’s approval of additional charter capital investment effectively ’unleashes’ mechanisms, allowing the VN Express Corporation break through after two decades of overcoming difficulties.

PM pushes for fastest road linking Gia Binh airport with Hanoi

PM Pham Minh Chính highlighted the urgent need for an additional dual-use airport in the Red River Delta, a key economic engine of northern Vietnam with Hanoi at its centre.

Mekong Delta to prioritise attracting high technology projects

Mekong Delta provinces will prioritise calling for businesses to invest in projects with modern technology and digital platform applications.

Vietnam’s blind box toy boom fuels sales surge across industries

Up to 293,000 products featuring Labubu and Baby Three were sold through the top 30 stores on Shopee and TikTok Shop in Q2 2024.

Binh Dinh eyes $62m industrial park

The project, expected to cost over VNĐ4.56 trillion (US$62 million), will span over 437ha in Mỹ An and Mỹ Thọ communes, Phú Mỹ District.

Proposal to significantly increase electricity imports from China and Laos

While domestic power sources - hydropower, gas power, solar and wind - remain the backbone of the country’s energy strategy, imported electricity serves as a crucial supplement to meet surging demand.

SK’s billion-dollar investment marks a strong return of Korean investors to VN

South Korea’s second-largest conglomerate, SK Group, has revealed plans to invest billions of dollars in Vietnam, marking a significant return of Korean investments.

VN needs to be self-sufficient in battery production: experts

Vietnam has the potential to become an important link in the global battery supply chain due to its rich mineral resources, but much more effort is needed in the research and development of domestic battery production to fully realise this potential.

Finance Ministry proposes tax and land rent payment extension for 2025

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) is seeking public feedback on a draft decree proposing an extension for the payment deadlines of value-added tax (VAT), corporate income tax, personal income tax and land rents in 2025.

Mekong Delta cities utilise local advantages to promote regional tourism

Localities in the Mekong Delta region have been striving to develop distinctive tourism products to turn the region into a prominent tourist area in Vietnam as designated in the national tourism master plan for the 2021-2030 period.

Online sales drive business success to new heights

A report by market research firm Statista highlights that Vietnam’s e-commerce market is currently dominated by major platforms such as Shopee, TikTok Shop, Lazada, and Tiki.

Da Lat seeks advice to affirm title as UNESCO Creative City of Music

Da Lat should strengthen public-private partnerships to create a favourable environment for cultural industries, while engaging youth participation and applying digital transformation in music to foster innovation and expand its global reach.