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Pangasius fetch record price in early 2025

VASEP said the strong price surge in early 2025 was largely due to limited supply.

Apartment prices continue to soar in 2025: MoC

The Ministry of Construction said apartment prices are likely to continue soaring in 2025, following a hike last year.

Investment opportunities seen in rubber, steel industries in 2025

The potential for transforming rubber land into industrial zones has emerged as a lucrative avenue for investment.

The Can Tho farmer who built a rice seed empire

Starting with just 3,000 square meters of land, Ho Ba Phieu built a seed rice empire spanning 100 hectares. Now a self-made billionaire, he not only thrives in agriculture but also dedicates a portion of his wealth to helping others.

Vietnam-India trade reaches 15 billion USD in 2024

Vietnam’s exports to India amounted to 9.06 billion USD, up 7.6% year-on-year, while imports from India stood at 5.8 billion USD, down 0.6%.

Energy sector accelerates improvements for robust economic growth ahead

With much higher economic growth targets set for the future along with a strong commitment to achieve net zero emissions by the end of 2025, Vietnam is seeing growing demand for electricity.

Vietnam’s auto market set for growth in 2025 amid EV boom and new brands

Vietnam’s auto market enters 2025 with strong growth momentum, driven by electrification trends and an expanding range of new models.

Vietnam aims for $11b in seafood exports in 2025

This ambitious goal reflects the sector’s resilience and potential, despite the challenges it faces in an increasingly competitive global market.

Vietnam–CPTPP trade turnover exceeds $100 billion

The turnover accounts for 13.1 per cent of Vietnam’s total import-export turnover last year.

Vietnam moves forward with $8.3 billion railway project linking to China

The National Assembly’s Standing Committee has approved the government's proposal to invest in the Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong railway, a major infrastructure project set to enhance connectivity with China.

Da Nang financial centre should differentiate itself from others globally

The Politburo has given the green light for a project to develop a regional financial centre in Da Nang and assigned relevant agencies to develop a special policy framework.

Vietnam’s technology start-up funding drops 38 per cent last year

Vietnam is currently ranked 51st globally in terms of start-up funding, ahead of Iceland and Luxembourg.

Red River Delta emerges as magnet for FDI

In 2024, the Red River Delta contributed four localities to the top five provinces attracting the largest FDI nationwide.

Vietnam’s path to sustainable growth: What must change in 2025?

Vietnam’s economic system still faces institutional bottlenecks that limit private investment and productivity. Dr. Nguyen Dinh Cung argues that it’s time to break free from restrictive regulations and adopt a bolder approach to reform.

VN's railway expansion: Thaco and Hoa Phat step up with ambitious investments

The Vietnamese government welcomes private sector involvement in national megaprojects, with Thaco and Hoa Phat taking the lead in rail manufacturing.

Vietnam’s $8.37 billion railway project to create 90,000 jobs

The Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong railway will transform transportation, boost trade, and provide thousands of jobs across Vietnam.

Vietnam's stock market surges amid Trump's tariff war and global uncertainty

Despite a shaky start, Vietnam's VN-Index rebounded as investors assessed the impact of Trump's aggressive trade policies and domestic economic growth prospects.

VN to require fuel traders to integrate real-time data with government system

The Ministry of Industry and Trade is implementing a new regulation mandating major fuel businesses to digitally connect their inventory, distribution, and trading data with its central system.

PM urges businesses to step up, register for major development projects

The Prime Minister has urged businesses to propose and participate in large-scale infrastructure and technological projects, emphasizing transparency and innovation.

The path to maximizing the value of Vietnamese farm produce

In 2024, agricultural exports brought record high revenue of $62.5 billion. However, Minister of Agriculture Le Minh Hoan believes value could increase tenfold without an increase in output with new agricutural methods.