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Reference exchange rate up 11 VND on November 12
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate at 25,129 VND/USD on November 12, up 11 VND from the previous day.
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Vietnam, US hold ministerial-level talks on reciprocal trade agreement
Dien reaffirmed Vietnam’s determination to build a balanced and sustainable trade relationship with the US.
Project empowers women entrepreneurs to tap into global e-commerce market
Overall, more than 600 women-led enterprises benefited from the project’s training, while 13 partner organisations enhanced their expertise in supporting women in e-commerce. Between June and September 2025, the 32 participating firms recorded over 455,000 buyer searches and 85,000 page views, indicating increased visibility and growing confidence in the global digital marketplace.
Import-export State budget revenue increases 9.3%
The Department of Customs announced that State budget revenue from import and export activities in the first 10 months of 2025 reached 379.8 trillion VND (over 14.4 billion USD).
Vietnam – from a planned-economy laggard to vibrant market player
After nearly four decades of Doi Moi (renewal), Vietnam has transitioned from a centrally planned and low-income economy to a socialist-oriented market economy, achieving significant improvements in scale, quality, and global standing.
NA scrutinises draft amended Investment Law
The draft amended Law on Investment proposes removing 25 conditional business lines that no longer meet legal criteria and adjusting the scope of 22 others.
Corporate culture seen as motivation for sustainable development
The 5th national culture and business forum is scheduled for December 21 in Hanoi under the theme “Vietnamese Business Culture – Shaping from breakthrough mindset in the new era.”
Red River Delta trade promotion fair opens in Hung Yen
A trade promotion fair for localities in the Red River Delta opened on November 10 in the northern province of Hung Yen, aiming to foster regional connectivity, promote sustainable development and enhance brand of regional products.
Foreign investors ready to pour capital into HCM City
Administrative reform remains HCM City’s top priority. The city aims to cut at least 30% of procedures, reduce processing times and costs, and shift from a “management mindset” to a “service mindset” to better support the business community.
Vietnam showcases high-tech products at defence & security 2025 in Thailand
Viettel Manufacturing is showcasing three major product ecosystems at the Defence & Security 2025 Exhibition in Thailand: Viettel AI, the 5G telecommunications network, and telecommunication infrastructure solutions, including the 5G Private system designed exclusively for defence.
Vietnam, Netherlands strengthen maritime, aviation cooperation
Vietnam invited Dutch investors to explore opportunities in major seaports such as Lach Huyen, Cai Mep–Thi Vai, Lien Chieu, and Tran De, while urging Dutch support in human resource training for the maritime and aviation sectors.
Reference exchange rate up 12 VND on November 11
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate at 25,118 VND/USD on November 11, up 12 VND from the previous day.
Ho Chi Minh City eyes regional wood hub status with green push
Vietnam now ranks as the world’s second largest exporter of interior-decor wooden furniture after China, shipping products to 166 markets with a near-complete supply chain in place.
PM spotlights solidarity, cooperation, dialogue at annual business forum
Vietnam will maintain political stability and social order, push three strategic breakthroughs in institutional reform, hard and soft infrastructure, and quality human resources, while restructuring the economy and reforming the growth model, sustaining macroeconomic stability, and bolstering connectivity between domestic and FDI enterprises, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
NA Vice Chairman supports Vietnam – Greece maritime cooperation
Vietnam encourages and supports the development of its shipping fleet and shipbuilding industry, while expanding cooperation with international partners in maritime transport, said National Assembly (NA) Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai.
Dong Thap province’s fishing cooperation models prove effective
According to Tran Thi Be Bay, Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Environment, the cooperative groups and cooperatives have members engaging in logistics services, such as purchasing seafood at sea and supplying fuel to fishing vessels, thereby helping fishermen stay longer at sea and increase productivity.
Pepper exports maintains over 25% growth
According to the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA), the country exported 19,430 tonnes of pepper in October, including 16,464 tonnes of black and 2,966 tonnes of white pepper, with a total value of 129.5 million USD.
Tay Ninh expands middle East–Africa markets for farm produce
Leveraging its position as a gateway linking the Southeast and Mekong Delta regions, Tay Ninh province is asserting its role as a strategic hub in expanding agricultural supply chains to Muslim markets, especially the Middle East and Africa, which have emerged as promising destinations for Vietnamese agricultural exports, particularly Halal-certified products.
Three O’Clock brings Vietnamese coffee to India’s billion-people market
This milestone on November 8 came 11 months after the signing of an international franchise agreement between Three O’Clock (a brand under the Teatime limited company) and its exclusive master franchise partner for the Indian subcontinent FranGlobal. Under the deal, FranGlobal will develop the brand in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, committing to a minimum of 100 outlets within a decade.
Vietjet reports strong growth in Q3, announces 20% stock dividend
In Q3, Vietjet's air transport revenue reached 16.728 trillion VND, with a pre-tax profit of 393 billion VND. Cumulatively, for the first nine months of the year, the company reported air transport revenue of 52.329 trillion VND and a pre-tax profit of 1.987 trillion VND, which increased by 28% year-on-year.
