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Vinacam urges PM action as cadmium threatens Vietnam durian exports

Durian shipments rejected by China prompt calls to probe Korean fertilizer cadmium levels.

Vietnam to convert empty resettlement apartments into social housing

Thousands of unused units on prime land may be repurposed to solve housing needs.

Vietnamese traders required to stockpile rice before export deals

New rice export rules are driving up costs for traders with pre-contract storage mandates.

Bac Giang to deliver 165,000 tons of lychee to global markets in 2025

Vietnam's lychee hub is preparing for a record harvest and global distribution drive.

Vietnam’s private sector shackled by 15,000+ business conditions

Experts urge constitutional compliance, institutional overhaul to unshackle businesses.

Vietnam's coffee exports hit USD 4.2 billion as global demand surges

Despite price hikes, countries are racing to secure Vietnamese coffee, helping exporters earn USD 4.2 billion by mid-May.

Vietnam's game makers urged to dream big, aim global

With billions of downloads and global attention, Vietnam's gaming industry must now dream big - and dare to turn creativity into cultural exports.

Truong Hai Group proposes $61bil investment in North–South high-speed railway

The North–South high-speed rail line is expected to span approximately 1,541 kilometres, connecting Ngoc Hoi Station in Hanoi with Thu Thiem Station in Ho Chi Minh City, and traversing 20 provinces and centrally governed cities.

Vietnam, France sign MoU to strengthen railway cooperation

Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Danh Huy proposed that the EU and France support the Ministry of Construction in implementing energy transition initiatives in transport, greenhouse gas mitigation, and climate change response.

Vietnam encourages France's CMA-CGM to lead green maritime transformation

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has expressed his hope that the CMA-CGM Group will invest in projects developing green and smart seaports with infrastructure capable of supporting the transition to green fuels and renewable energy.

France and Vietnam eye deeper tech ties at French Tech Summit 2025

Leaders reaffirm untapped potential in AI, semiconductors, and innovation, as the summit coincides with President Macron’s visit to Vietnam.

France's Thales Group eyes Vietnam as strategic partner in AI and cybersecurity

Regarding France-Vietnam cooperation, Dr. Erman expressed his optimism over the impact of recent bilateral agreements, especially the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership signed in October last year.

Foreign direct investment continues to pour into Vietnam

These figures underlined Vietnam’s rising status as a top global investment destination, especially amid shifting global supply chains and increasing trends in capital relocation.

Vietnam to export renewable energy to Malaysia, Singapore

As an ASEAN member, Vietnam is advancing its strategic vision to become the region's renewable energy hub, with strong commitments to clean energy development, emissions reduction, and meeting Southeast Asia's growing energy demands.

Vietjet seals deal with Airbus for 20 A330neo wide-body planes

The long-term order will help the airline expand its international route network across the Asia–Pacific, enabling it to increase flights on in-demand routes while preparing for future long-haul services to Europe.

E-commerce to support farmers with market access

Improving digital business capacity is fundamental to give each speciality product a digital brand, enabling e-commerce to become a viable tool for livelihoods, value creation, and the promotion of regional cultural identity.

Proposal to not exempt tax on cross-border e-commerce goods

The regulation on the tax exemption threshold of 1 million VND means that most imported e-commerce goods will not be subject to import tax.

Vietnam to freeze corporate bank accounts without biometric verification

From July 1, 2025, all business transactions must meet new biometric compliance.

High-value fish breeding success puts Vietnam on aquaculture map

A scientific breakthrough has positioned Vietnam as the first country to successfully breed yellowtail kingfish, a prized species in Japanese cuisine.

Localities near Hanoi seek investors for multi-billion dong projects

Bac Ninh, Thai Nguyen, Hoa Binh, Ha Nam, Hung Yen, and Hai Duong are planning to seek capital and investors for multiple multi-billion dong projects.