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Agro-forestry-fishery exports set new record in 2022
Agro-forestry-fishery exports set a new record of over 53.22 billion USD in 2022, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
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Vietnam’s export of agro-forestry-aquatic products reeled in over 3.7 billion USD in January, down 23% against the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Agricultural and Rural Development.
Vietnam striving to become developed, high-income country by 2050
Vietnam targets becoming a developed, high-income country with an equal, democratic, and civilised society by 2050 under the national master plan for 2021-2030 with a vision to 2050. The country will strive for annual GDP growth of 6.5-7.5% between 2031 and 2050, along with per capita GDP of 27,000-32,000 USD and an urbanisation rate of 70-75% by 2050.
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Despite deposit rate cuts, homebuyers still face heavy pressure
Despite the broader downward trend, several medium-sized and smaller banks are still competing to attract medium- and long-term deposits.
Vietnam studies Colombo smart port city model
Ngoc praised Sri Lanka’s orientations in developing seaport infrastructure, digital infrastructure, digital economy and international service centres, describing them as valuable references for Vietnam in developing strategic infrastructure, innovation centres, smart urban areas and digital economy ecosystems.
Vietnam prepares contingency plans for 2026 dry-season power shortages
From operating the power system and supplementing supply sources to promoting electricity conservation and developing battery energy storage systems (BESS), a wide range of measures are being deployed to ensure stable power supply during periods of extreme demand.
Reference exchange rate rises slightly at week’s beginning
With the current trading band of +/- 5%, the ceiling rate applicable for commercial banks during the day is 26,374 VND/USD, and the floor rate 23,862 VND/USD.
Manufacturing remains main driver of industrial growth
In the January–April period, the IIP rose 9.2% compared to the same period last year, signalling a stable and broad-based recovery across the industrial sector.
MoIT issues decision recognising Vietnam Logistics Day
The move is aimed at raising awareness across government agencies, businesses and the wider public of the vital role logistics services play in socio-economic development, international integration and strengthening national competitiveness.
Vietnam introduces agricultural products at large-scale African trade forum
The Vietnamese Embassy and Trade Office in Algeria opened a booth to introduce Vietnam’s major farm produce, including coffee, tea and spices such as pepper, turmeric, cinnamon and star anise, alongside desiccated coconut, milk, canned fruit juice and plastic pellets.
Vietnam’s overseas investment more than doubles in first four months
The sum included 691.1 million USD committed to 74 new projects, up 2.6 times from a year earlier, and an additional 22.8 million USD in capital increases across four existing projects.
New M&A association launched as Vietnam pushes corporate restructuring
The association is expected to become a strategic platform linking businesses, investors, financial institutions and advisory firms, while helping standardise and professionalise Vietnam’s growing M&A market.
Vietjet promotes aviation infrastructure, technology connectivity between Vietnam and India
The agreements pave the way for comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and India across aviation, logistics, infrastructure, technology and tourism services, while contributing to stronger economic and trade connectivity as well as people-to-people exchanges between the two countries in a new phase of development.
Resolution 68 opens new pathways for Vietnamese brands in regional, global markets
According to Dr. Bui Thanh Minh, Deputy Director of the Office of the Private Economic Development Research Board under the Prime Minister’s Advisory Council for Administrative Procedure Reform, Resolution 68 has helped foster a stronger entrepreneurial spirit through a series of concrete policy measures.
Tay Ninh prioritises investment attraction for 49 industrial park projects
The southern province of Tay Ninh has approved a list of 49 priority industrial park projects for investment attraction during the 2026–2030 period, covering a total planned area of approximately 16,000 hectares.
Quang Ninh targets 3 bln USD FDI in 2026 after pivot to high-tech, high-density capital
Quang Ninh now boasts 237 valid FDI projects from 20 countries and territories, with a total registered capital approaching 16 billion USD. Even better, nearly 10 billion USD of that amount, equivalent to almost 63% of the total registered amount, has been invested.
Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam recalls Xpander and Xpander Cross models
The programme aims to inspect and, if necessary, replace the reclining adjustment mechanism of the second-row seatbacks on affected Xpander and Xpander Cross vehicles assembled, imported, and officially distributed by MMV.
Vietnamese leader hopes for stronger ties with Sri Lanka's Hayleys PLC
General Secretary and President To Lam said that given the complementarity of the two economies and their substantial room for growth, Vietnam wishes to enhance cooperation with major Sri Lankan enterprises, especially those with regional market networks and connectivity capabilities such as Hayleys.
Vietnamese-made LSD vaccine enters demanding RoK market
The successful research and commercialisation of the LSD vaccine, which has been widely used in the domestic market and is gradually expanding internationally, helps affirm the position of Vietnamese veterinary vaccines globally.
Top leader urges stronger Vietnam-Sri Lanka economic connectivity
Vietnam – Sri Lanka cooperation should be viewed within the broader context of the Indian Ocean, South Asia and emerging global supply chains, and the key issue now is not potential, but swift, decisive and effective action, said Vietnam's top leader To Lam.
Vietnam Airlines expands South Asia network with Colombo route
From October 2026, Vietnam Airlines will operate direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Colombo using Airbus A321, with three round trips per week.
Vietnam, India step up cooperation in energy, biofuels
Vietnam encourages capable investors to participate in oil and gas, energy and energy infrastructure projects in line with the national energy development strategy, while ensuring investment efficiency and compliance with Vietnamese law.
Tay Ninh, Japan’s Yamanashi strengthen cooperation in energy, high-tech agriculture
Based on the strengths of the two sides, a Tay Ninh leader proposed expanding cooperation in renewable energy, high-tech agriculture, human resources training, labour exchange, tourism and business connectivity.
