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The resolution, issued by the Politburo on May 4, 2025, has been viewed by enterprises as an important driver for innovation, digital transformation and business expansion.
Nguyen Huu Huan, Deputy Chairman of the VIFC Ho Chi Minh City Executive Board, said the concept of a maritime financial centre should be understood as a comprehensive system rather than a standalone trading platform.
Dr. Bui Van Quyen, Director of the Anti-Commercial Fraud and Counterfeiting Institute, warned that counterfeit goods have become a global challenge, exacerbated by the rise of online platforms and digital technologies. While these innovations drive economic growth, they also create fertile ground for fraudulent activities.
Diversifying crude oil supply sources is considered crucial for Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical LLC (NSRP) in ensuring stable feedstock supplies and safeguarding domestic fuel supply, particularly as traditional crude imports from Kuwait have been affected by tensions in the Middle East.
Experts emphasise that fiscal policy should move beyond a supportive role to actively lead growth. Continued and selectively expanded tax and fee reductions could directly ease cost pressures on businesses, enabling them to sustain operations and expand investment.
Malaysia is paying close attention to Vietnam’s Doi Moi (Renewal) reforms, particularly in land policies, rice production technologies and seafood industry development, as both sides seek to expand practical cooperation.
Organised by the Australia-ASEAN Business Forum (AABF), the event will focus on boosting cooperation in energy, digital technology, agriculture and innovation amid growing bilateral relations.
Under a new circular, the exchange of greenhouse gas emission quotas and carbon credits is conducted on the domestic carbon credit exchange through the carbon trading system, which is interconnected with the national registration system.
Under the draft circular on air transport, now open for comments, domestic payments per passenger would rise to 250,000 VND (nearly 9.5 USD) for flights under 500km (from 200,000 VND); 375,000 VND for 500-999km; and 500,000 VND for 1,000km and above.
Le Son Phong, Deputy Director of the Da Nang Department of Science and Technology, said DAVAS 2026 is not merely an investment-matching event for startups, but also demonstrates the city’s commitment to promoting innovation, developing the knowledge-based economy and creating a favourable environment for technology enterprises and startups.
As Vietnam continues to strengthen its position as one of the leading growth hubs in the Asia-Pacific region, the adoption of integrated management solutions and operational standardisation will play an increasingly important role in improving the adaptability and global competitiveness of the country’s real estate market.
Despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, Vietnamese airlines maintained positive recovery and growth momentum in the first quarter of this year.
At its inaugural meeting, the Management Council of the Tamchy Special Financial Investment Territory (Tamchy SFIT) appointed its senior leadership.
Total two-way trade neared 10.1 billion USD in 2024, up 17.5% year-on-year and jumping to more than 11 billion USD in 2025. Vietnam’s key exports to Cambodia include apparel, iron and steel, petroleum, machinery and equipment, chemicals, and processed food. Its main imports are cashew nuts, rubber, farm produce, and industrial raw materials.
Despite mounting short-term external challenges, Vietnam’s medium-term economic outlook remains highly positive, with the country expected to continue as one of the region’s growth bright spots.
Five localities recognised as top PCI performers in alphabetical order are Bac Ninh, Da Nang, Hai Phong, Phu Tho and Quang Ninh.
Cao Thanh Dinh, Founder and CEO of ANPz Co., Ltd (All Nippon Partners) in Japan, said that after one year of implementation, Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW of the Politburo on private sector development has sent a positive signal to investors by affirming the private sector as a key driver of sustainable and long-term development.
The Thu Thiem – Long Thanh railway project is designed to span about 47.7km, including 11.5km in Ho Chi Minh City and 36.2km in Dong Nai. It is expected to include 19 stations, including two underground and 17 elevated stations.
According to the Bac Ninh Centre for Culture and Tourism Promotion, the orchards must comply with VietGAP, GlobalGAP or organic production standards while offering suitable conditions for experiential tourism activities. They are also required to connect with nearby tourist attractions, craft villages and historical sites to form integrated tour routes.
As of May 13, the northern province had disbursed more than 5.64 trillion VND (213.9 million USD) in public investment capital, fulfilling 24.2% of its annual target and 54% of its disbursement target of 10.56 trillion VND for the year's first half.
