Many large and unexpected merger and acquisition (M&A) deals were made in 2016, with retail and real estate continuing to dominate the domestic market.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc in February issued Decision No 168/QĐ-TTg approving a five-year (2016-20) restructuring plan for the electricity sector.
Domestic businesses are seeking to develop the rural retail market given fierce competition from foreign rivals, according to Cong Thuong (Industry & Trade) newspaper.