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Ministry calls on logistics firms to foster linkage with Middle East market

The delegation of the Ministry of Industry and Trade will visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar from April 6-14, aiming to enhance logistics cooperation between Vietnam and the Middle East

Hue City, Korean partners to promote tourism links

Hue has been seeking co-operation opportunities with Korean partners in launching an air route connecting Hue and Korea (Incheon and Phú Bài Airports).

Vietnam’s manufacturers see optimistic outlook despite low February PMI

In a report released on March 3, S&P Global noted that the muted start to 2025 for the Vietnamese manufacturing sector continued into February, with weak demand leading to further reductions in new orders and production.

E-portal serves over 41,500 online household businesses

The e-portal for households and individuals running ecommerce business, officially launched on December 19, 2024, provides a convenient channel for them to register, declare, and pay taxes.

PV GAS to provide clean energy for key power plants for 25 years

The corporation recently signed a contract with Petrovietnam Power Corporation (PV Power) to provide LNG power for the commercial operations of Nhon Trach 3 and 4 thermal power plants, which PV Power manages, for 25 years.

PM holds dialogue with businesses from ASEAN

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a dialogue in Hanoi on March 4 with businesses from ASEAN member countries that are operating in Vietnam.

SOEs seek greater autonomy in business operations

Leaders of state-owned enterprises (SOEs), which have proposed numerous solutions and targets to help obtain the targeted GDP growth rate of 8 percent, say they want greater autonomy in their business operations.

Experts warn: 90% of Pi Network investors could lose money

Pi Network has attracted widespread interest, but experts warn against betting too much on an uncertain future.

Building a Vietnam-owned retail system remains a challenge

Foreign players have developed and expanded rapidly through new investments and mergers and acquisitions

Ninh Thuan calls for investment with focus on marine economy

Priority will be given to projects that aim to improve the local marine economy by developing renewable energy, coastal tourism and marine services.

Adjusting Power Plan VIII needs to exploit biomass power potentials

The Vietnam Sugarcane Association (VSA) has proposed adjusting the draft revised Power Plan VIII, to resolve the ongoing problem of disposing of waste and to fully exploit the potential of biomass power development.

VN's capital market improvement needed to meet high growth targets

In addition to growth drivers such as exports and consumption, raising capital is the key for Việt Nam to achieve the growth target of 8 per cent this year.

Ministry works on application of international financial reporting standards

The Ministry of Finance is drafting a circular guiding the application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in Vietnam.

Townhouse rents fall in HCM City as demand declines

Estate agents in the city have reported a decline in rental rates of 20-32% during the first two months of 2025.

Food businesses concerned decree amendments could cost them millions

The draft decree has significantly tightened three categories of administrative procedures and introduced some unreasonable regulations, potentially creating new bottlenecks for production and business operations, according to EuroCham.

Vietnam’s coffee exports hit record $1.58 billion in two months

Vietnam’s coffee industry has earned $1.58 billion in two months as global prices hit record highs. Experts predict further growth in 2025.

Dong Nai eyes free trade zone near Long Thanh Airport to boost investment

Dong Nai proposes four locations for a free trade zone near Long Thanh Airport, aiming to drive economic growth and attract global investors.

Foreign ownership cap proposal of financial centres needs further review

The central bank is concerned that a Ministry of Planning and Investment’s proposal on removing the foreign ownership cap and foreign investment conditions of banks or credit institutions headquartered in Vietnam's international financial centres.

Public investment may help Vietnam achieve GDP growth target

A VinaCapital report highlighted the Government’s strong commitment to public investment disbursement this year.

VN firms to gain access to billion-dollar market with trade delegation to Japan

The Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (VIETRADE) will organise a 'Trade Delegation to Japan’ this year, opening up great opportunities for Vietnamese businesses to access a potential billion-dollar market.