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MoIT advises local businesses to study new trade defence regulations in US

To protect the interests of Vietnamese export businesses, authorities have advised associations and exporters to thoroughly study the updated US trade defence regulations before exporting goods there.

Lobster and shrimp exports to China, EU see positive growth last month

Lobster exports accounted for nearly half of Vietnam’s total seafood export turnover to China in January.

VN mulls merging laws, streamlining export mechanisms

Export markets, such as South Korea and Japan, have their own regulations and do not ask for the conformity certification mandated by the Vietnamese government, leaving local businesses with extra costs and time wasted on paperwork.

Vietnam’s international textile fair features over 500 booths

The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City on February 26.

Vietjet launches first direct flight connecting Vietnam and New Zealand

A Vietjet representative emphasised that the route will not only enhance travel convenience but also promote investment and cultural exchange while integrating New Zealand into Vietjet’s expansive flight network across Asia and beyond.

VinFast, VASEP partner for green transition

VASEP and its member enterprises will prioritise using VinFast electric vehicles for transportation and logistics, while VinFast will offer incentives for VASEP’s staff and member businesses to switch from gasoline to electric vehicles.

Petrolimex, ADB partner in energy transition

ADB will provide technical support for Petrolimex to carry out its work, including a preliminary assessment of the group's investment and business portfolio and potential energy transition roadmaps.

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.

Apartment prices in Hanoi now average $160,000, far beyond household incomes

Hanoi’s apartment prices now average 4 billion VND ($160,000), far outpacing household incomes and making homeownership increasingly difficult.

Using Pi Coin for transactions violates Vietnamese law, experts warn

Using Pi Coin for payments in Vietnam violates financial regulations, while trading remains unregulated. Know the legal risks before investing.

Posco International to invest in nuclear energy, rare earths in VN

The leading South Korean commercial group is currently investing $1.2 billion in Vietnam.

Vietnamese engineers contribute to designing the world's largest yacht

Vietnamese engineers played a key role in designing Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship. Vietnam's shipbuilding industry is gaining global recognition, securing luxury yacht contracts and advancing green technology.

Vietnam’s trade offices boost investment, trade promotions

Vietnam’s trade offices abroad is ramping up efforts to promote investment and trade in line with the country’s ambitious economic targets for 2025.

Realty companies anticipate significant profit surge in 2025

The number of newly launched apartments in the capital may reach between 40,000 and 45,000 units in 2025, surpassing the projected 30,100 units for 2024.

New challenges for Vietnamese tuna exports

A new regulation on the minimum size of tuna has seriously affected the normal production and business activities of fishermen and enterprises, increasing the economic burden on the related production chain.

US tariffs may impact Vietnam’s aluminium and steel exports

While Vietnam is not the largest exporter of steel and aluminium to the US, domestic businesses will still face significant challenges due to this policy.

Korean logistics project gets underway in Hai Phong

Chief Financial Officer of Jeil Group Kim Eun-sook said the Jeil Logistics 1 project will provide a logistics warehouse, as well as a core infrastructure in the supply chain and distribution sector in Vietnam.

NA greenlights major railway project to boost northern economic corridor

The Lao Cai-Hanoi-Hai Phong railway will span approximately 390.9 kilometers for the main route, with 27.9 kilometers of branch lines.

Int’l financial institutions show positive views on Vietnam's growth prospects

The Vietnamese government is demonstrating a high determination in promoting public investment, focusing on numerous strategic infrastructure projects that connect economic centres.

Unexpected rental price disparities on HCM City's most expensive retail street

Despite being ranked among the world's priciest retail streets, actual rental prices on Dong Khoi Street in HCM City are significantly lower than global assessments, with many vacant properties struggling to find tenants.