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Vietnam increases fertiliser exports amid rising global prices

Local fertiliser manufacturers are focusing on fulfilling export contracts that were signed prior to the Tết holidays.

Vietnam Airlines turns around loss streak, reporting strong recovery

By the end of 2024, the airline achieved a profit before tax of VNĐ7.7 trillion, marking the highest profit in the airline’s history and more than double the pre-pandemic profits of 2018 and 2019.

Reducing interest rates aligns with long-term economic objectives: economist

An economist said the approach helps ensure that businesses have access to affordable capital, which in turn supports job creation and economic recovery.

Commercial banks upbeat, ready to book high profits for coming year

As the 2025 annual shareholders' meeting season is approaching, Vietnamese banks are unveiling optimistic profit targets on the expectation of strong economic growth and credit recovery.

Businesses advised to adapt to EU food safety standards

Businesses adhering to EU standards will help safeguard their market share and contribute to export growth. Meanwhile, long-term strategies must be developed for consistent compliance with EU regulations.

Vietnamese coffee husk exported to RoK

Vietnam shipped 500 kg of coffee husk, valued at nearly 1 million VND (40 USD) per kg, to the Republic of Korea.

EVFTA generates positive outcomes after 5 years of implementation: CIEM

After 5 years of implementation, the EU-VN Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) has delivered many positive outcomes, including a robust growth of VN's exports to the EU, particularly in key sectors such as textiles, footwear, and agro-fishery products.

Proposal to expand eligibility for business establishment

This amendment aims to allow public employees who are scientists to establish and manage businesses that trade in researched scientific products.

AI and digital transformation to reshape Vietnam’s e-commerce in 2025

Vietnam’s e-commerce market is projected to reach $15.3 billion in 2025, with AI and automation playing a key role in enhancing customer experience.

Proposal to expand eligibility for business establishment

This amendment aims to allow public employees who are scientists to establish and manage businesses that trade in researched scientific products.

Vietnamese goods gain competitive edge in Dutch market

Vietnam's exports will continue to enjoy a strong competitive advantage in the Dutch market due to tariff reductions under the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), according to the Vietnam Trade Office in the Netherlands.

From luxury to bargain: Imported fruits in Vietnam hit record-low prices

Vietnam’s fruit market is seeing massive discounts, with Chilean cherries, strawberries, and apples now at record-low prices post-Tet.

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.

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.

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.