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Sun Group Chairman Dang Minh Truong proposed several strategic cooperation pillars with Thailand. One notable proposal was the creation of a “Two Countries, One Destination” initiative, connecting renowned destinations in both countries such as Phu Quoc, Phuket, and Koh Samui.
A Ministry of Finance (MoF) report submitted to the Government showed that Ho Chi Minh City is to fall short of its target by about 1.7 percentage points, Hanoi 2.75 points, Bac Ninh 1.1 points, and Quang Ninh 0.85 points as of May.
Vietnam’s startup ecosystem now comprises roughly 4,000 startups, 208 investment funds, 84 incubators and more than 20 startup support centres. With an estimated valuation of 75 billion USD, the ecosystem has established most of the key foundations needed for long-term growth.
To date, over 100 fisheries unions, solidarity groups and teams protecting national sovereignty and security at sea in Da Nang have signed commitments not to engage in IUU fishing.
During the January–May period, Vietnam’s exports rose 19.5% year-on-year to 215.66 billion USD, while its imports surged 30.8% to 229.46 billion USD. Total trade turnover reached 445.12 billion USD, up 25% from a year earlier.
While Vietnam already has regulations on rules of origin, these currently apply only to imports and exports, mainly for tariff preferences under free trade agreements and foreign trade management purposes.
It marks the first specialised exhibition in Vietnam dedicated to the premium food and beverage industry, combining product experiences with international business networking opportunities.
The new policy is designed to encourage businesses to invest in advanced processing technologies, enhance added value and support the development of high-tech industries.
JICA President Tanaka Akihiko said he is pleased to return to Vietnam and see landmark projects of bilateral ties now operational and delivering clear benefits to the public, including Nhat Tan Bridge and Ho Chi Minh City’s metro line No. 1.
The Korea Overseas Infrastructure & Urban Development Corporation (KIND) has joined the development of a smart logistics centre in Long Thanh High-Tech Industrial Park in the southern city of Dong Nai.
VSIP Can Tho not only develops industrial infrastructure but also positions itself as a partner accompanying investors throughout the project implementation process, its General Director Leaw Wee Ming said.
The municipal statistics authority reported that total registered foreign investment in the southern economic hub exceeded 3.8 billion USD in the first five months of the year.
To date, loans subject to environmental and social risk assessments have exceeded 5.1 quadrillion VND (some 193.6 billion USD), representing an almost 25-fold increase compared with the end of 2017 and accounting for 27.7% of total outstanding credit in the economy.
Cambodian Minister of Post and Telecommunications Chea Vandeth praised Metfone’s contributions to socio-economic development, job creation, technology transfer and bilateral connectivity. He described the launch of Metfone Express as evidence of the long-term commitment and innovative spirit of Viettel.
With the current trading band of +/- 5%, the ceiling rate applicable for commercial banks during the day is 26,411 VND/USD, and the floor rate 23,895 VND/USD.
Vietnamese exhibitors are showcasing a wide range of products, including processed foods, tropical fruit products, functional foods, spices and beverages. Major exporters such as Vinamilk, WestFood, TSFood, Nafoods Group, Bich Chi Food and DH Foods are among the participants.
Rahul Malhotra, owner of RM Venturex, said the forum provided businesses with valuable insights into opportunities for deeper Vietnam–Canada cooperation. He noted that support from diplomatic channels and the engagement of both public and private sectors are helping create favourable conditions for stronger economic ties among Canada, Vietnam and ASEAN.
Singapore is currently the Mekong Delta city’s largest source of foreign direct investment (FDI), with 12 active projects totalling nearly 320 million USD in registered capital. A flagship project is the Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP) Can Tho, launched in 2022 with an investment of over 3.7 trillion VND (140 million USD) and covering nearly 294 hectares.
With continued policy support, technological innovation and close coordination among authorities, businesses and farmers, Vietnam’s pangasius industry is expected to make a strong and sustainable breakthrough during the 2026–2030 period, reinforcing its position as the world’s leading exporter of the fish.
Deputy PM Nguyen Van Thang proposed a shared vision for an ASEAN fintech ecosystem that is open, secure, transparent, inclusive, and sustainable: “Open” to foster connectivity, “Secure” to enable growth, “Transparent” to build trust, “Inclusive” to ensure that no one is left behind, and “Sustainable” to strengthen resilience and support long-term progress.
