Vietnam Investment Review

Online shopping discharges thousands of tonnes of plastic waste each year

To earn $1 billion, the e-commerce industry pours more than 7,600 tonnes of plastic into the environment, while food delivery does nearly 18,600 tonnes of plastic, according to a consultation on the Law on E-commerce the Ministry of Industry and Trade announced a few days ago

Businesses set ambitious double-digit growth targets

Ongoing economic recovery continues to serve as a driving force, enabling businesses from various sectors to accelerate growth, with many firms are setting business plans with double-digit growth targets.

Super-yacht manufacturer to invest in Binh Dinh

Super-yacht manufacturer Palmer Johnson, along with Finance Suisse, wants to turn Binh Dinh into a destination for luxury tourism.

Assignments set for global financial centre aspirations

By building an international financial centre, Vietnam could become the world’s capital mobilisation hub. However, there are still many issues regarding resources, infrastructure, and personnel that will need to be resolved.
Russian PM arrives in Hanoi, beginning two-day official to Vietnam

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin arrived in Hanoi in the early morning of January 14, beginning his two-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Vietnam sees record disbursement of FDI

Thoroughness in implementing projects immediately after licensing, with the backup of local authorities and industrial park developers, has contributed to the country’s record disbursement of foreign direct investment.

Thailand to launch new carbon credits market

PM seeks stronger labour, education cooperation with Finland

Criminal proceedings start on Hanoi café fire that kills 11

Hanoi's economy continues to sustain growth

Supporting students in mountainous areas: from heart to heart

The Swing for the Kids scholarship fund has granted more than 21,000 scholarships for poor students and supported upgrades of learning facilities across Vietnam.

Credit growth to drive bank stock valuations in 2025

Credit growth is projected to be the main catalyst for driving bank stock prices in 2025, building on the undervaluation observed in the previous year.

MPI signs MoU with Japan's Mie prefecture

An MoU between Vietnam's Ministry of Planning and Investment and Japan's Mie prefecture was signed in Hanoi on January 16.

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire

Vietnam prospects 2025: robust growth likely to continue despite trade dispute risks

Corporate January 21, 2025 | 15:50

Vietnam prospects 2025: robust growth likely to continue despite trade dispute risks

Citi's recent Vietnam's economic outlook forecast the country's GDP growth in the 6-7 per cent range for 2025, supported by continued manufacturing expansion and real estate recovery.

Corporate January 21, 2025 | 14:30

Coordinated policies to aid growth

The government has requested measures to achieve new targets on economic growth and exports, and also to provide more assistance to enterprises this year.

CEO Talk January 21, 2025 | 14:39

Memorable year for trade can be improved upon in 2025

Director-general of the Multilateral Trade Policy Department under the Ministry of Industry and Trade Luong Hoang Thai discussed memorable milestones in Vietnam’s international economic journey with VIR’s Phuong Thu.

Biz Link January 17, 2025 | 17:30

MPI signs MoU with Japan's Mie prefecture

An MoU between Vietnam's Ministry of Planning and Investment and Japan's Mie prefecture was signed in Hanoi on January 16.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong

Carbon credit interest still at low level

How to build and operate sustainable carbon credits

Investing January 22, 2025 | 13:00

Carbon credit interest still at low level

The carbon credit market is bringing numerous benefits to the wider community, but current business knowledge and interest in this advantageous market has much room to develop.

Investing January 22, 2025 | 11:48

How to build and operate sustainable carbon credits

Nguyen Dinh Tho, general director of the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment, explained more to VIR’s Tra My.

M&A January 16, 2025 | 16:42

Thai firm F&N Dairy Investments seeks to raise stake in Vinamilk

Thai firm F&N Dairy Investments plans to increase its stake in Vinamilk to 18.69 per cent, continuing its long-term strategy of expanding in Vietnam’s consumer goods sector and benefiting from substantial dividend payouts.

Outbound Investment January 08, 2025 | 15:37

Outbound investments close to $665 million in 2024

Vietnam's outbound investments totalled close to $665 million for 2024, an on-year surge of 58 per cent.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC RSM Vietnam D.lion Dentons LuatViet

Sectors will be supported to traverse global uncertainties

Real estate market will be vibrant and competitive

Your Consultant January 21, 2025 | 14:00

Sectors will be supported to traverse global uncertainties

Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Tran Quoc Phuong told VIR’s Nguyen Huong about likely geopolitical movements and confidence levels in growth drivers this year.

Your Consultant January 21, 2025 | 12:00

Real estate market will be vibrant and competitive

The prospects for Vietnam’s real estate market segments in 2025 have upsides and downsides. The industrial real estate market segment will have good growth due to strong foreign investment, strong infrastructural development, and the new economic development cycle leading to increasing production.

KPMG December 31, 2024 | 20:16

Warrick Cleine MBE: an honour for services to British trade and investment in Vietnam

Britain's King Charles has awarded an MBE to Warrick Cleine, chairman and CEO of KPMG in Vietnam and Cambodia.

PwC January 22, 2025 | 09:23

Proposed changes to interest deductibility rules may be welcomed by taxpayers

The Ministry of Finance has proposed amendments to address issues regarding interest deductibility and transfer pricing.

RSM Vietnam April 01, 2024 | 09:24

Exciting automotive industry changes must be followed

The automotive and mobility industry is rapidly changing, driven by technological development and evolving consumer preferences. These transformations have given rise to a new era of innovation, where the boundaries of what is possible are being pushed to new heights.

D.lion January 16, 2025 | 19:00

Variables expected to address US policy

Amid the strengthening dollar on international markets and USD/VND exchange rates at banks hovering near the upper allowable limit, the State Bank of Vietnam is projected to raise regulatory interest rates to alleviate pressure on foreign reserves.

Dentons LuatViet November 28, 2024 | 09:57

Dentons LuatViet launches new Vietnamese language website

Dentons LuatViet, a member of Dentons – the world’s largest law firm, announced the launch of its Vietnamese language website on November 26.

Opinion

Vietnam SuperPort: Exploring new terrain in green logistics

Yap Kwong Weng

CEO of Vietnam SuperPort

Vietnam SuperPort: Exploring new terrain in green logistics

From pioneer to key player: Grab's 10-year milestone in Vietnam

Alejandro Osorio

Managing director of Grab Vietnam

From pioneer to key player: Grab's 10-year milestone in Vietnam

CMC Corporation: a pioneer in AI transformation

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical remains committed to safety and stability

So Hasegawa

General director of Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical LLC

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical remains committed to safety and stability

Topics

Digital Transformation Healthcare Platform Sustainable Energy Human Capital 4.0 Empowering Women Climate Change Response Special Administrative-Economic Zones Bank Scandals Safe and Sound Vietnam

Emagazine

October 09, 2024 | 16:56

The promising future of Vietnam’s golf tourism

The future of Vietnam's golf industry and golf tourism looks highly promising in the coming years

July 08, 2024 | 10:20

AIA leads the charge to healthier, longer, better lives

AIA Vietnam is navigating the promising yet challenging Vietnamese life insurance market under the helm of newly appointed CEO Andrew Loh

January 29, 2024 | 06:00

Innovation for future communities

Official development assistance can act as the playing field for nations. Vietnam is no exception, having benefited from such assistance over the years in the building of many structures and systems up and down the country.

January 24, 2024 | 15:32

SABECO: 2023 journey of community development

By continuously supporting the younger generation to develop its talents, and spending large sums on activities for its staff, SABECO is showing its relentless sustainable development efforts and making positive contributions to the community.

November 17, 2023 | 15:13

Fuelling Vietnam's enterprises with 5G

One of the first Southeast Asian nations to pilot 5G networks, Vietnam is now setting up the path to become home to one of the region’s first 5G-powered smart factories.

Green Growth

Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF

118 groups trained in greenhouse gas inventory

Cyclical green energy cluster planned in Quang Binh

Proposal made for direct purchase of biomass electricity

Coro Energy puts 47 more rooftop solar sites into operation in Vietnam

Green Growth January 21, 2025 | 15:51

Online shopping discharges thousands of tonnes of plastic waste each year

To earn $1 billion, the e-commerce industry pours more than 7,600 tonnes of plastic into the environment, while food delivery does nearly 18,600 tonnes of plastic, according to a consultation on the Law on E-commerce the Ministry of Industry and Trade announced a few days ago

Green Growth January 20, 2025 | 17:19

118 groups trained in greenhouse gas inventory

118 representatives of organisations, businesses, and individuals were trained in greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory in Hanoi on January 17 with the support of MUFG Bank.

Green Growth January 18, 2025 | 20:17

Cyclical green energy cluster planned in Quang Binh

Vietnam Clean Energy Consulting and Investment Co., Ltd. had a meeting with Quang Binh province on January 15 to propose a cyclical green energy cluster.

Green Growth January 17, 2025 | 17:19

Proposal made for direct purchase of biomass electricity

The MoIT has proposed biomass electricity be permitted to participate in the DPPA scheme.

Green Growth January 17, 2025 | 15:42

Coro Energy puts 47 more rooftop solar sites into operation in Vietnam

Southeast Asian energy company Coro Energy PLC announced on January 16 that a 47 further sites in Vietnam are now operational and generating revenue.

Green Growth January 17, 2025 | 10:14

Numbers crunched for nuclear programme

To resurrect its dormant nuclear programme, Vietnam needs about 2,400 engineers, scientists, and other staff, but officials are warning of a shortage.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

Land list produces concern over escalation in prices

Property January 21, 2025 | 12:00

Land list produces concern over escalation in prices

The application of the land price list adjusted according to the 2024 Land Law has uncovered issues that need to be resolved after just three months of implementation.

Property January 21, 2025 | 09:40

Coworking spaces approach new trends

The market for coworking spaces in Ho Chi Minh City witnessed impressive growth and vibrant development in 2024 after a long period of gloom.

Green Buildings October 13, 2024 | 08:00

Best golfers awarded at Swing for the Kids 2024

The Swing for the Kids 2024 charity golf tournament has raised almost $100,000 from donors and 243 golfers.

Industrial Properties January 10, 2025 | 10:00

Industrial property rental prices set to rise

CBRE Vietnam forecasts that industrial land rental prices are expected to increase by 4-8 per cent per year in the north and 3-7 per cent per year in the south in the next three years.

Money

Insurance Smart Payment Trends Stock Monitor

Ensuring credit growth for robust economic development

Investors call for review of dividend tax

Money January 21, 2025 | 16:33

Ensuring credit growth for robust economic development

Phung Thi Binh, deputy general director of Agribank, speaks to VIR's Hong Dung about boosting credit growth to drive economic development.

Money January 21, 2025 | 16:00

Investors call for review of dividend tax

Many investors believe taxing shareholders twice on the same profit is unfair, triggering the need to review and perhaps abolish the practice.

Insurance January 20, 2025 | 18:19

Shinhan Life Vietnam fosters the spirit of personal development

Shinhan Life Vietnam is renowned for the way it nurtures and encourages personal development among its employees.

Insurance December 23, 2024 | 10:06

Disaster response aid accelerated via insurance

Requests of fund allocation from the National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies in the last months of 2024 to respond to natural disasters like Typhoon Yagi will be paid for by commercial insurers, by as much as $17 million.

Smart Payment Trends January 15, 2025 | 10:57

PVcomBank delivers outstanding customer experiences

PVcomBank has transformed to become one of Vietnam's largest digital banks, delivering outstanding customer experiences.

Smart Payment Trends December 02, 2024 | 16:35

Fintech a solution to financial inclusion

Collaboration between banks and fintech companies is crucial for leveraging financial technologies within the existing regulatory framework, ensuring the benefits of innovation are accessible to all citizens and advancing financial inclusion.

Infographics

Infographics January 20, 2025 | 11:04

Lunar New Year 2025: Int'l searches for hotels in Vietnam up by 139 pc

The Lunar New Year 2025 tourism season has seen exceptional growth. Accommodation searches from international tourists for Vietnam have surged by 139 per cent.

Infographics January 14, 2025 | 10:29

2024: Key economic balances remain stable, trade reaches new heights

In 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade successfully achieved and exceeded all targets and tasks, delivering exceptional results across all areas.

Timeout

Travel Hotels & Restaurants The Insider Entertainment Lifestyle

Timeout January 20, 2025 | 08:00

Suoi Tien Farm: the heart of green tourism for Lunar New Year

A Lunar New Year holiday at Suoi Tien Farm promises not only excitement, but also the opportunity to spread the message of sustainable living.

Timeout January 02, 2025 | 10:36

Tourists flood in as Phu Quoc booms

Over 30 high-speed ferries and 60 flights land in Phu Quoc daily, creating a delightful sight for the tourism industry.

Timeout December 27, 2024 | 17:19

US Magazine: A 3-Day trip to Phu Quoc costs less than a weekend in Singapore

Renowned travel magazine Travel + Leisure has dedicated an entire article to explain the allure of Phu Quoc to its nearly 5 million readers. Key reasons highlighted include convenient transportation, an advantageous visa policy, and a variety of appealing experiences.

Timeout December 19, 2024 | 16:09

Vietnam among top 3 destinations appealing to Australians

Australians are continuing to travel in record numbers with the latest data revealing Vietnam as one of the three top-growth destinations, according to the Singapore-based asianaviation.com on December 16.

Hotels & Restaurants January 16, 2025 | 15:46

Celebrate the magic of Tet at Fusion Resorts & Hotels

During the Tet holiday, Fusion resorts and hotels in Danang, Hue, Quy Nhon, Ho Chi Minh City, Cam Ranh, Vung Tau, and Binh Duong offer guests a chance to relax, embrace the festive season, and participate in a range of inspiring activities.

The Insider January 04, 2025 | 09:00

Hoteliers to prioritise eco-luxury

Regional general manager for Vietnam, Cambodia, and Myanmar at The Ascott Ltd. David Cumming talked to VIR’s Duc Hanh about the investment environment for eco-luxury tourism and hospitality development in Vietnam.

Lifestyle December 16, 2024 | 16:55

Creator House by TikTok

The unique and pioneering creative space, Creator House by TikTok, is open to all content creators.

Entertainment January 17, 2025 | 10:30

Coca Cola kicks of New Year festival with world record and grand fireworks display

A New Year festival was held by Coca Cola on January 11 and 12 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Videos

PM works with prominent Vietnamese businesses in Czech Republic, Europe

Talkshow: Anticipating opportunities in the stock market in 2025

Investing 2025: Decoding Variables - Embracing Opportunities

Locals enjoy Malaysian cuisine in Ho Chi Minh City

[Talkshow] Economic scenarios after Donald Trump is re-elected as US President

Live: ESG in Banking: Leading in Implementation

Taking the lead in dual transition for a greener Vietnam

Vietnam Logistics Summit 2024: themed "Transformation to Breakthrough"

[Talkshow] Increasing the efficiency of logistics supply chain investment

Talk Show World fluctuations and Vietnam market

Conference Enablers for Digital Economy Development in Vietnam

Sports

Sports December 27, 2024 | 15:41

Vietnam beat Singapore 2-0 in first leg of ASEAN Cup semifinal

Only 70 tickets were allowed to be sold to Vietnamese supporters for the first match between the Vietnam and Singapore national football teams at the 6,000-seat Jalan Besar Stadium, but all 70 supporters saw Vietnam take the advantage in the ASEAN Cup semis with a 2-0 win.

Sports December 02, 2024 | 16:20

New records set at Viettel Marathon Series 2024

On December 1, the Viettel Marathon Series 2024's Vietnam leg took place.

Sports November 18, 2024 | 13:49

The 24th World Congress of AIMS a success

The 24th World Congress of AIMS was held in Hanoi from November 14-17, 2024, alongside the Halong Bay Heritage Marathon.

Sports November 11, 2024 | 13:57

First Heritage Golf Tournament - Ninh Binh 2024 to be held

The first “Heritage Golf Tournament” 2024 will be organised for the first time in Ninh Binh from November 30 - December 1, with the mission of combining sport and heritage conservation.

Photos

Photos December 23, 2024 | 14:39

Ho Chi Minh City Metro Line No. 1 officially opens

Metro Line No. 1 is open for free for its first month.

Photos November 29, 2024 | 14:32

Honouring consulting firms with outstanding strategies and M&A deals

The Vietnam M&A Forum held on November 27 in Ho Chi Minh City honoured several consulting firms.

Green Growth November 17, 2024 | 10:00

45 enterprises honoured for sustainable development contributions

At the annual conference on sustainable development "Taking the lead in dual transition for a greener Vietnam" on November 12, a total of 45 enterprises in partnership with VIR were honoured for sustainable development in Vietnam.

Green Growth November 17, 2024 | 09:00

International organisations honoured at sustainable development conference

At the annual conference on sustainable development "Taking the lead in dual transition for a greener Vietnam," which took place on November 12, a total of 18 international organisations in partnership with VIR were honoured.

Photos August 09, 2024 | 16:20

Proud islands in Gulf of Tonkin

With the dream of conquering the sea, since ancient times, Vietnamese people have settled in islands across the Gulf of Tonkin.

Society

Swing for the Kids CSR

4.5 per cent inflation roof achievable with close control efforts

Lunar New Year employee bonuses on upward trajectory

Society January 22, 2025 | 11:38

4.5 per cent inflation roof achievable with close control efforts

In addition to an increase in salary, factors including a rebound in electricity prices and domestic consumption may impact the government’s efforts to control inflation this year.

Society January 21, 2025 | 10:46

Lunar New Year employee bonuses on upward trajectory

Workers bonuses for the 2025 New Lunar Year appear to be on the rise, giving employees more motivation.

Swing for the Kids January 21, 2025 | 16:50

Supporting students in mountainous areas: from heart to heart

The Swing for the Kids scholarship fund has granted more than 21,000 scholarships for poor students and supported upgrades of learning facilities across Vietnam.

Swing for the Kids December 05, 2024 | 09:53

A journey of uplifting the future of children in remote areas

The "Winter of sharing love 2024" journey is a path that ignites hope and spreads warmth to the children in a remote part of Yen Bai province.

CSR January 15, 2025 | 09:42

ExxonMobil uplifts communities in Vietnam with continued support

ExxonMobil contributed $45,000 in 2024 to support programmes ranging from STEM education to women’s empowerment, healthcare, and storm relief.

CSR December 20, 2024 | 11:10

Tokio Marine Insurance Vietnam helps Lao Cai to recover from Typhoon Yagi

TMIV has launched the “Clean Water for Children” project to help Lao Cai province recover from Typhoon Yagi.

World News

204 new billionaires minted in 2024, nearly four every week: Oxfam

ASEAN, RoK agree on 30 million USD project to foster digital innovation

Thailand to launch new carbon credits market

Upcoming Asia Economic Cooperation Forum 2025 to take place in Shanghai

China-ASEAN medical procurement platform launched

Bangkok faces hazardous air pollution levels

World News January 21, 2025 | 15:42

204 new billionaires minted in 2024, nearly four every week: Oxfam

Billionaire wealth grew by $2 trillion in 2024 alone, equivalent to roughly $5.7 billion a day, at a rate three times faster than the year before. An average of nearly four new billionaires were minted every week.

World News January 20, 2025 | 10:57

ASEAN, RoK agree on 30 million USD project to foster digital innovation

The Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea (RoK) said on January 16 that it will begin a five-year joint project with ASEAN worth 30 million USD to bolster digital innovation in Southeast Asia.

World News January 20, 2025 | 10:44

Thailand to launch new carbon credits market

Thailand aims to introduce a new carbon credits market this year as the Southeast Asian nation seeks to address weak demand and low prices.

World News January 18, 2025 | 20:10

Upcoming Asia Economic Cooperation Forum 2025 to take place in Shanghai

The upcoming Asia Economic Cooperation Forum 2025 will take place in Shanghai, China in April, expecting to attract hundreds of businesses.

World News January 14, 2025 | 09:04

China-ASEAN medical procurement platform launched

The China-ASEAN Medical Regional Procurement Platform has been recently launched at a ceremony in Fangchenggang city, China’s Guangxi.

World News January 07, 2025 | 17:03

Bangkok faces hazardous air pollution levels

Bangkok experienced the highest air pollution levels in Thailand on January 7, with fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations reaching hazardous levels across all 50 districts of the capital, according to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA).