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Mastercard reaffirms commitment to supporting Vietnam’s cashless future

According to Mastercard data, Vietnam has recorded a remarkable 92% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in contactless transaction volume from Q4 2022 to Q4 2024.

Shaping VN carbon credit market demands robust institutional framework: workshop

With the green growth model, the carbon credit market is the decisive economic tool to promote greenhouse gas reduction and climate response.

Cost optimisation solutions sought to support Vietnamese exports to US

The event aimed to update businesses on new regulations and compliance requirements regarding US tax, trade, and customs policies, while offering practical solutions to facilitate exports amid shifting trade dynamics.

State bank’s halt of 10-year gold bullion supply fuels market issues

Due to limited gold bullion supply, some enterprises and credit institutions have engaged in illegal trading, legitimized smuggled or illegally mined gold, evaded taxes, or spread false information.

Imported car sales surge in Vietnam despite record price cuts

Vietnamese consumers continue to prefer imported models, even as local automakers boost production.

Tax agency explains real reason behind Hanoi business suspensions

The tax authority has clarified that claims suggesting some small businesses have shut down or reduced operations due to the implementation of Decree 70 are inaccurate.

Nationwide crackdown uncovers over 3,100 counterfeit and smuggling cases

Following a month-long nationwide campaign to inspect and combat counterfeit and smuggled goods, the market management force handled 3,114 violations with a total enforcement value of over USD 2.5 million.

Hanoi cracks down on price hikes as many apartments remain unaffordable

Statistics from the Vietnam Real Estate Research Institute show that the average household income in major cities like Hanoi and HCM City is just enough to cover 30-40 percent of the value of a typical apartment.

Vietnam’s rice export prices fall nearly 19% despite growing volume

Vietnam’s rice industry is facing a steep drop in export prices, even as shipment volumes climb, underscoring the challenges of a volatile global grain market.

Germany invests 50 million USD in renewable energy workforce training in Vietnam

Germany's GEO Group has announced a 50 million USD investment to establish a renewable energy workforce training and development centre in the central province of Binh Dinh.

VN, India explore cooperation opportunities in electricity, electronics sectors

The Vietnamese Trade Office in India, in collaboration with relevant partners, held an online seminar on June 17 to discuss potential cooperation between Vietnam and India in the electricity and electronics sectors.

Foreign experts give advice for effective, sustainable blue economy development

Foreign experts who attended the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) in Nice, France, gave recommendations to help Vietnam develop the blue economy effectively and sustainably.

Kien Giang seeks investment in 40 key projects to boost growth

The projects span infrastructure, marine farming, industry, and tourism, including 12 major projects tied to the 2027 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Phu Quoc.

PTSC hands over 33 offshore wind power foundations to Danish investor

This is an important milestone as it marks the first time the PTSC has successfully manufactured and exported large-scaled wind power foundations.

Vietnam’s counterfeit crackdown revives hopes for honest businesses

After years of struggle, local producers see rising sales and new opportunities as the government targets counterfeit goods.

Global Vietnam Business Startup 2025 winners announced

A project to produce insulation material from straw, which offers a green alternative to natural wood, by the Straw Wood team won the first prize of the Global Vietnam Business (GVB) Startup 2025 whose awarding ceremony was held in London on June 15.

H&M, Nordic businesses seek suppliers in Vietnam

Swedish multinational fast fashion retailer H&M and other Nordic businesses will send a delegation to the Vietnam International Sourcing 2025, slated for early September in Ho Chi Minh City, to seek business partnerships.

Shrimp industry's 'green revolution' positions Australia as strategic market

The shrimp industry is undergoing a 'green revolution', with a significant shift from traditional methods to technology-based production and digital transformation.

Green capital encouraged for economic development

Vietnam is taking drastic steps to mobilise green capital being a cornerstone in its economic development strategy for the long term, especially in private and agriculture sectors.

Vietnamese tech firm VNG makes Fortune Southeast Asia 500 in 2025

Fortune magazine has listed VNG among the top 500 companies in Southeast Asia in 2025 for its strong financial growth and strategic operations.