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Two-month industrial production index up 7.4%
The industrial production index in the first two months of 2021 was up 7.4%, according to the General Statistics Office.
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Industrial production index up 7.9 percent
The national index of industrial production (IIP) increased 7.9 percent year-on-year in the first seven months of this year, according to the General Statistics Office.
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Vietnam’s industrial production index (IPI) in January rose by 2.4 percent year-on-year, the General Statistics Office (GSO) reported.
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Hai Phong, Yunnan boost ties in free trade zone development
A cooperative framework will be established between Hai Phong's economic zones and the Yunnan Free Trade Zone in the time ahead.
Vingroup proposes metro line linking downtown HCM City, outlying district
Once operational, the double-track system will be able to transport between 30,000 and 40,000 passengers per hour in each direction.
Retail fuel prices rise slightly from March 20
According to the latest adjustment, RON 95-III, the most commonly used gasoline in Vietnam, has increased by 440 VND to 20,080 VND (0.79 USD) per litre, while E5 RON 92 has risen by 410 VND to 19,690 VND per litre.
RoK to establish integrated logistics centre in Dong Nai
The facility will cover over 55,000 sq.m of land, with a total floor area of 26,168 sq.m. The project is being developed through a joint venture with Lotte Global Logistics in Vietnam, supported by the global logistics supply chain fund.
Ethiopian Airlines to launch new passenger service to Hanoi from July
In its announcement, the airline said the new route will further enhance Ethiopian Airlines' global connectivity and provide convenient travel options for passengers travelling between Africa and Southeast Asia.
Vietnam's sugar prices move against global trends
Chairman of the Vietnam Sugarcane and Sugar Association Nguyen Van Loc said that in February, sugar prices in Vietnam dropped sharply due to weak post-Tet (Lunar New Year) market demand, while supply remained abundant.
US companies vow to expand investment in Vietnam
At his reception for a delegation from the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) led by its Chairman and CEO Ted Osius, Thanh underlined the crucial role played by the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the US in Vietnam’s socio-economic development, investment and trade, science - technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
World Bank pledges continued support for Vietnam’s high-quality, low-emission rice project
Vietnam is a pioneer in low-emission rice farming, she said, adding that many people around the world are eager to visit the country to learn from this model.
Da Nang, HCM City receive recommendations for development of financial centres
Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Ho Ky Minh, who is accompanying the Deputy PM, told the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s resident correspondents in London that the city received comprehensive recommendations on core principles for building a successful financial centre. The city has also focused on learning investment incentive policies that create an equal competitive environment for both domestic and international businesses.
Decree on foreign investment in Vietnamese financial institutions amended
Decree No. 69/2025/ND-CP amends several provisions of Decree No. 01/2014/ND-CP regarding foreign investment in Vietnamese financial institutions. The changes specifically address purchase methods, ownership limits, and investor obligations.
Reference exchange rate up 17 VND on March 20
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate for the US dollar at 24,807 VND/USD on March 20, up 17 VND from the previous day.
Vietnam’s shrimp exports maintain steady growth
The shrimp export value in the first two months of 2025 reached 542 million USD out of a total seafood export value of 1.4 billion USD, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).
Toyota Motor produces 700,000th car in Vietnam
Toyota Motor Vietnam's factory in the northern province of Vinh Phuc was established in 1995 and officially began operations one year later. From an initial production rate of just two vehicles per day, the plant's capacity has now grown to over 108 vehicles per day, or approximately 27,000 per year.
Tien Giang ships first batch of green-skinned mangoes to US
The official shipment of the fruit followed extensive negotiations between Vietnamese and US authorities, creating new pathways for local produce to reach the world.
Lam Dong promotes cooperation to expand int'l flights at Lien Khuong airport
Lien Khuong International Airport has undergone significant upgrades to meet operational requirements for both domestic and international flights.
Belarus a highly potential destination for Vietnamese firms
Vietnamese firms are striving to explore new export markets, improve production capacity and competitiveness, and deeply engage in value chains, especially in new and potential markets like Eastern European ones.
Vietnam's real estate: Rising star in Southeast Asia
Industry experts have pointed to Vietnam's economic recovery, a thriving office and residential market, and surging demand for industrial real estate as significant factors solidifying the country’s status as a prime investment destination in Southeast Asia.
Vietnam Airlines expands flight frequency on Hanoi-Manila route
Vietnam Airlines has announced an increase in the frequency of flights on the Hanoi - Manila route, effective April 1.
Vietnam, UK bolster ties to develop int’l financial centres
As part of his visit to the UK, on March 18, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh held meetings with British Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Speaker of the House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle.
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Beyond reforms, establishing effective mechanisms for dialogue and policy feedback is critical, enabling the private sector to shape economic decisions with practical, actionable input.
