The National Brand Programme, built on criteria such as quality, innovation and pioneering capacity, is designed to boost value-added content and embed a stronger Vietnamese identity in exported products.
With favourable factors emerging, the FDI capital flow into Vietnam this year is expected to increase by approximately 1-2 billion USD compared to 2025, reaching up to 29 billion USD.
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate at 25,103 VND/USD on April 20, up just 1 VND from the last working day of the previous week.
In a draft law amending several articles of the laws on personal income tax, corporate income tax and value-added tax, Vietnam's finance ministry proposed scrapping the fixed revenue threshold of 500 million VND. Instead, it suggested the threshold be set by the Government based on prevailing economic conditions.
With a total investment of 2.2 billion USD, the Vung Ang II Thermal Power Plant is developed under a build-operate-transfer (BOT) model and has a designed capacity of 1,200 MW, comprising two turbines. The plant is expected to play a key role in ensuring stable electricity supply for the central region and neighbouring areas, thereby facilitating the development of industries, agriculture and services.
On the basis of the long-standing friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and China, as well as close ties between their aviation authorities, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has asked the Civil Aviation Administration of China to direct relevant fuel suppliers to ensure sufficient and stable supplies for Vietnam.
Data from the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV)'s Region 2 branch showed that remittances transferred through credit institutions and economic organisations in Ho Chi Minh City exceeded 2 billion USD in the January–March period, down 15.6% from the previous quarter and 16.9% year-on-year.
Vietnamese fresh produce and processed foods are increasingly recognised for their quality, with items such as cashew nuts, coffee and spices gaining popularity among Middle East consumers. In 2025, Vietnam’s farm produce exports to the UAE exceeded 445 million USD, up nearly 24% year-on-year.
Dak Lak is known as the 'capital' of Vietnamese coffee, with rich, fertile basalt red soil ideal for agriculture. The coffee provides livelihoods for thousands of locals and has developed a unique cultural space, closely tied to the socioeconomic life, customs and identity of local communities.
The business networking programme not only facilitated direct connections between businesses and investors from both countries, but also aimed to support the development of long-term trade infrastructure.
The ambassador spoke highly of the commencement of negotiations on a preferential trade agreement (PTA) between Vietnam and the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) in December 2025, appreciating Argentina’s proactive role and support in realising this milestone.
Economists describe Resolution No. 68 as a milestone in refining Vietnam’s socialist-oriented market economy, reflecting a breakthrough in the Party's awareness and vision that place private entrepreneurs and businesses at the centre of the national development strategy.
Effective implementation of Resolution 79 is expected to help SOEs enhance performance, improve employee incomes and contribute more sustainably to economic growth.
In 2026, Indonesia is expected to have approximately 12 million tonnes of rice carried over from the previous year, supported by annual production of around 34.7 million tonnes. With projected consumption of 31.1 million tonnes, national rice reserves could reach approximately 16 million tonnes by the end of the year.
Vietjet and SPDB Financial Leasing (SPDBFL), a subsidiary of Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, have exchanged an agreement for the finance lease of 10 COMAC C909 aircraft, expanding financial and aviation cooperation between Vietnam and China.
From July 1, Hanoi will introduce time-based or area-based restrictions on petrol-powered motorcycles within Ring Road 1, with plans to expand coverage across the entire zone by 2028 and extend to areas within Ring Road 3 by 2030. The policy is expected to reshape travel habits for millions of urban residents.
Vice Chairman of the State Securities Commission (SSC) Bui Hoang Hai said Vietnamese stocks would be added to FTSE indices in four phases, starting in September 2026 and concluding in September 2027.
Alongside building a new growth model based on knowledge, science-technology and innovation, three traditional pillars – domestic consumption, investment and exports – continue to play a decisive role in the Vietnamese economy..
While the decision marks a strategic push to deepen digital transformation, it also underscores an urgent need to strengthen cybersecurity for SMEs, which often face constraints in resources, skilled personnel and defensive capabilities.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Vice Chairman of the Da Nang People’s Committee Tran Chi Cuong said the exhibition is a large-scale trade promotion event aimed at showcasing products, connecting markets, and helping businesses enhance competitiveness while expanding domestic and export markets.
