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Bac Ninh licences 48 new FDI projects worth over 200 million USD

Bac Ninh province now has 2,459 valid FDI projects with a total registered capital of nearly 31.3 billion USD.

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.

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.

Foreign enterprises report massive losses - Is it real or just tax evasion?

More than half of FDI firms in Vietnam report continuous losses despite ongoing operations. Experts warn of tax evasion tactics that could distort market competition.

Vietnam’s domestic businesses struggle as foreign firms exploit tax loopholes

FDI companies in Vietnam are leveraging tax incentives while declaring billions in losses. Experts suggest enhanced tax audits, standardized pricing databases, and global cooperation to curb corporate tax evasion and protect domestic enterprises.

Investors in Binh Dinh to receive fast-track support through new hotline

With a rapidly growing economy and ambitious infrastructure projects, Binh Dinh is making it easier for businesses to invest. A newly launched hotline and task force will resolve investor issues quickly and efficiently.

Large banks step up foreign capital attraction

Experts forecast that this year, banks will race to increase their charter capital in order to improve capital adequacy ratios and meet the capital needs for high credit growth.

H&M plans 1 billion USD investment to turn Binh Dinh into a circular textile hub

During discussions with the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Syre Group outlined its intention to develop a high-tech fabric production complex in Nhon Hoi A Industrial Park, Binh Dinh province.

New policy proposed to prevent transfer pricing, tax evasion of FDI enterprises

The ministry proposes to issue a decree on the establishment, management and use of the Investment Support Fund to stabilise the investment environment, encourage and attract strategic investors and multinational corporations.

Southeast region sees strong foreign direct investment inflow in early 2025

Localities in the southeast region are rolling out new investment strategies focused on sustainability, high-quality projects, digital transformation, and green and circular economies.

Government tightens scrutiny as foreign-invested firms report growing losses

With the total accumulated losses of foreign-invested enterprises surpassing 908 trillion VND, Vietnamese authorities are ramping up efforts to investigate tax practices and ensure greater financial accountability.

Binh Duong works to remove obstacles facing major FDI firms

Polytex Far Eastern Vietnam asked for the locality's support to finalise land-use rights certification for its 2.63-hectare dormitory, and assistance in more convenient power supply.

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.

Foreign investors channel 101 million USD into Tay Ninh last month

As of January 22, Tay Ninh province housed 394 foreign invested projects worth more than 10.2 billion USD in value.

Foreign investment flows into Vietnam soared in January

Vietnam recorded impressive growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) flows in the first month of 2025.

Bac Ninh continues to lead Vietnam’s FDI race in early 2025

Vietnam’s foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows surged by 48.6% in January 2025, reaching $4.33 billion, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Planning and Investment.

Binh Duong lures additional 1 billion USD of investment

Seven foreign-invested projects, with a total registered capital of $1 billion in the southern province of Binh Duong have been granted in-principle approval and investment certificates at a recent meeting held by the provincial People's Committee.

From $9 million to $1.75 billion: Nghe An’s FDI success story

Once a minor player in foreign investment, Nghe An has climbed into Vietnam’s top FDI destinations, attracting $1.75 billion in 2024 alone, thanks to strategic planning and a supportive business environment.

WHA Group to invest $1 billion in Vietnam’s industrial real estate

WHA Group plans to invest at least US$1 billion in the next five years to develop eco-industrial and smart industrial parks in Vietnam.

Nearly 19% of total FDI inflow in Vietnam poured into real estate: GSO

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in the real estate sector for 2024 reached 3.72 billion USD, making up 18.8% of the total FDI that Vietnam attracted in the year, second only to the manufacturing sector, reported the General Statistics Office (GSO).