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Cambodia joins China’s durian market, intensifying competition for Vietnam

Cambodia gains access to China’s $7B durian market, challenging Vietnam and other exporters.

Rumors of fake eggs cause prices to plunge below 5 cents

The Vietnam Poultry Association urges action as false egg rumors devastate farmers.

Motorcycle insurance inspections: VND110 billion collected, VND4.4 billion paid

The Insurance Management and Supervision Agency (IMSA) has disclosed numerous violations committed by VNI, including claims settled after over 600 days and a case in which a VND100 million entitlement was compensated with only VND30 million.

Autonomous schools, hospitals subject to corporate income tax under draft law

National Assembly deputies have proposed exempting public healthcare and education units from corporate income tax (CIT) when calculating tuition and medical fees.

PJICO CEO and Deputy CEO dismissed amid leadership reshuffle

Nguyen Thi Huong Giang, CEO of Petrolimex Insurance Corporation (PJICO), and Deputy CEO Tran Hoai Nam were officially dismissed from their positions by the company’s board of directors on May 16.

Pi Network co-founder resurfaces, but token value continues sharp decline

Nicolas Kokkalis, one of the two co-founders of Pi Network, appeared at the Consensus 2025 event to speak about the project. However, despite his reemergence and announcements, the price of the Pi token has continued to drop sharply.

MoIT, Thailand’s Central Group forge partnership to boost Vietnamese exports

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra witnessed the exchange of the cooperation MoU, which marked an important milestone in economic - trade relations between the two countries.

Awakening potential of Sai Gon River

The Sai Gon River, which intertwines with the history, culture, and urban life of Ho Chi Minh City, is poised to become a strategic axis for urban economic development.

PM requires comprehensive review of bank accounts, SIM cards

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh requested localities to set up task forces to crack down on smuggling, trade fraud, counterfeit goods, copyright infringement, and intellectual property violations.

Women entrepreneurs rise from the kitchen to the global marketplace

Vietnamese women entrepreneurs are making bold strides thanks to technology, not only taking charge of businesses but also contributing to sustainable communities in the digital age.

Vietnam loses $5.3M to foreign loan commitment fees from delayed projects

As of December 31, 2023, Vietnam had three foreign loan agreements signed but not yet disbursed, resulting in a total commitment fee loss of approximately VND 135.7 billion (about USD 5.3 million).

Trump Organization lands $1.5B project approval in Hung Yen

The Prime Minister of Vietnam has approved the investment policy for a major real estate and tourism complex led by the Trump Organization in Khoai Chau District, Hung Yen Province.

Lawmakers propose bail for business leaders under criminal investigation

Deputies suggest granting bail to entrepreneurs to prevent business collapse and encourage economic recovery.

Vietnam’s plan to cut US car tariffs faces limited short-term impact

While the policy reflects Vietnam’s intent to strengthen trade relations with the US, the real impact on car prices will be modest partly because import tariffs are just one part of the vehicle's cost.

Government proposes 2-pp VAT reduction on select goods and services until 2026

A 2-percentage-point reduction in the value-added tax (VAT) for goods and services will lead to a decrease in state revenue by approximately 121.74 trillion VND (over 4.69 billion USD) over the proposed period.

Exporters diversify orders to reduce reliance on single market

Facing the risks posed by trade barriers and potential reciprocal tariffs from the US, many businesses have proactively shifted their market strategies, stepped up trade promotion, and diversified their orders to reduce reliance on a single market.

VietOffice 2025 expected to attract 100 exhibitors

The event will see the participation of about 100 exhibitors from eight countries and territories, namerly India, Taiwan (China), China, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Hong Kong (China), the US, and Vietnam.

Ten new industrial projects start in Ba Ria-Vung Tu industrial zones

These projects are expected to significantly boost the province's industrial output and contribute to its economic growth trajectory, according to the provincial authorities.

FTA negotiation plan for 2025 to be submitted in May

To date, Vietnam has signed 16 FTAs with over 60 of the world’s major markets and three are under negotiation.

Vietnam, UK boost agricultural trade ties

The UK, with an annual agri-food import value of 67 billion USD, is seen as a high-potential market. In 2024, Vietnam’s agri-export turnover to the UK reached nearly 883 million USD, a 15.4% year-on-year increase.