Vietnam Investment Review

ADB, Vinschool sign sustainability-linked loan for Vietnam’s education sector

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $150 million loan with Vinschool JSC on March 18.

Social media giants pay $109 million in February taxes

Names including Google, Meta, and TikTok paid $109.3 million in Vietnamese taxes in February.

Riot Games selects Cat Ba Island as setting for new TV series

Cat Ba Island in Haiphong has been selected as the location for a new film project expected to be widely screened around the world.

Vietnam aims for 454 billion USD export revenue amidst global headwinds

Vietnam exported 65.2 billion USD worth of products in January-February, a 9.9 per cent increase compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, imports totaled 62.9 billion USD, rising 16 per cent, resulting in a trade surplus of 235 million USD.
Vietnam's strategy for semiconductors and AI in the new era

At the AI-Semiconductor international conference's policy forum on March 14, the world's leading experts made important suggestions for Vietnam to affirm its position on the global technology map.
Airbus urged to expand in Vietnam

Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang received Wouter van Wersch, president of Airbus International, on March 14 to discuss the company's business in Vietnam.

E-tax system resumes full operations after temporary suspension

Project ViGen to enhance Vietnamese language representation in AI

About 1,700 tourists from Japan to visit Ha Long by cruise ship

UOB maintains positive outlook for Vietnam but risks lie ahead

Vietnam's F&B market undergoes transformation

Vietnam's food and beverage (F&B) market has been forecast to grow by 9.6 per cent in 2025.

Start date set for Binh Duong-Ho Chi Minh City metro construction

Binh Duong province's first metro line is expected to start construction in 2027 and be completed in 2031.

Ministry of Finance to encourage AI and semiconductor R&D

The Ministry of Finance has spoken of Vietnam's great potential as a regional semiconductor and AI hub at an NIC policy forum.

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire

Trading training alignment comes through partnerships

Food groups express unease over safety law proposals

Corporate March 18, 2025 | 16:00

Trading training alignment comes through partnerships

Vietnam is taking decisive steps towards establishing a domestic trading system as part of its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Corporate March 18, 2025 | 15:16

Food groups express unease over safety law proposals

Businesses and food industry experts have voiced concerns over a draft decree regarding the Law on Food Safety, warning that complex and unnecessary changes could squander billions of US dollars annually.

CEO Talk February 28, 2025 | 10:51

Vietnam still primary investing beneficiary

Vietnam continues to be a key destination for international investment and expansion, as demonstrated by the sustained growth in foreign investment throughout 2024 and reinforced by the 49 per cent on-year increase in January.

Biz Link March 18, 2025 | 11:07

IFC, SECO enhance partnership to bolster supply chain finance market in Vietnam

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), in partnership with the Swiss Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), have launched the second phase of their supply chain finance (SCF) programme in Vietnam on March 17.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong

Japanese companies accelerate investment interest in Vietnam

Investing March 18, 2025 | 15:39

A new era for Viet-German prosperity

This year, Germany and Vietnam will celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations - a testament to a partnership that has grown from early trade ties into a deep and dynamic collaboration.

Investing March 18, 2025 | 15:32

Japanese companies accelerate investment interest in Vietnam

Despite the decline in transaction value in 2024, the number of deals between Japanese and Vietnamese enterprises still recorded a slight increase, showing that Japanese investors’ interest in the Vietnamese market remains strong.

M&A March 18, 2025 | 18:11

Filum AI raises $1 million from investment funds

Filum AI, an AI-powered customer experience management platform, has raised $1 million from regional investment funds.

Outbound Investment March 11, 2025 | 16:05

FPT signs $67 million framework agreement with KMP Aryadhana

Vietnamese IT firm FPT signed a $67 million master service agreement on March 10 with KMP Aryadhana, Indonesia's leading innovation cooperative.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel

How businesses can avoid greenwashing plight

Draft can be more effective for seafood enterprises

Your Consultant March 18, 2025 | 17:00

How businesses can avoid greenwashing plight

Greenwashing occurs when businesses mislead customers by misrepresenting or exaggerating the environmental benefits of their products or services.

Your Consultant March 18, 2025 | 15:09

Draft can be more effective for seafood enterprises

Draft amendments detailing the implementation of several articles of the Law on Food Safety, if adopted, may result in major costs for seafood exporters and producers. Nguyen Hoai Nam, general secretary of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers, talked to VIR’s Hoang Oanh and offered some recommendations.

KPMG March 07, 2025 | 10:09

ACCA and KPMG forge path for business leaders to pioneer ESG excellence

With a shared vision for sustainable development and a mission to enhance professional excellence in finance and accounting, ACCA and KPMG have joined forces.

PwC February 18, 2025 | 17:13

Vietnam's M&A landscape mirrors global trends

The merger and acquisition (M&A) landscape in Vietnam is mirroring global trends, with a focus on key industries in a dynamic environment.

Indochine Counsel March 11, 2025 | 11:34

Sandbox for crypto assets in Vietnam: if not now, when?

Vietnam has emerged as one of the world’s most dynamic cryptocurrency markets.

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

March 08, 2025 | 18:00

Gearing human resources towards business success amidst evolving challenges

The changing needs of Vietnam's workforce, particularly those of the younger generation, are driving the need for businesses to adapt their strategies to attract and retain top talent.

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.

Green Growth

Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF

Japan's erex obtains subsidy for biomass co-firing project in Vietnam

Pacifico Energy eyes major wind energy investments in Vietnam

EIB and SBV deepen green finance cooperation to support energy transition

ACCA event highlights technology's role in sustainability practices

New joint venture to make 390MW solar push in Vietnam

V-Tech galvanised with energy investment into Kyrgyzstan

Green Growth March 14, 2025 | 14:31

Japan's erex obtains subsidy for biomass co-firing project in Vietnam

Japanese renewable energy firm Erex Co., Ltd. will receive a subsidy for biomass fuel co-firing tests at coal-fired power facilities in Vietnam.

Green Growth March 13, 2025 | 10:14

Pacifico Energy eyes major wind energy investments in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Nate Franklin, chairman of Pacifico Energy Group from the United States, on March 12 to discuss wind power projects.

Green Growth March 13, 2025 | 10:10

EIB and SBV deepen green finance cooperation to support energy transition

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on March 12 announced commitments to deepening their cooperation.

Green Growth March 12, 2025 | 18:00

ACCA event highlights technology's role in sustainability practices

An ACCA-organised conference on applying technology to sustainability practices took place in Ho Chi Minh City on March 12.

Green Growth March 10, 2025 | 17:33

New joint venture to make 390MW solar push in Vietnam

Banpu NEXT and SolarBK have agreed to a joint venture to provide at least 390MW of rooftop solar power in Vietnam.

Green Growth March 10, 2025 | 12:06

V-Tech galvanised with energy investment into Kyrgyzstan

V-Tech chairman Nguyen Le Anh spoke to VIR’s Nguyen Thu about his company’s journey to expand operations in the international market and also contribute to providing clean energy sources for the region.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

KCN Vietnam Group signs comprehensive partnership with VietinBank

Hanoi’s serviced apartment sector benefits from surging FDI

Property March 16, 2025 | 14:00

KCN Vietnam Group signs comprehensive partnership with VietinBank

KCN Vietnam Group JSC and VietinBank signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on March 14.

Property March 13, 2025 | 16:31

Hanoi’s serviced apartment sector benefits from surging FDI

The serviced apartment market in Hanoi is continuing to grow robustly.

Green Buildings February 26, 2025 | 17:31

Strengthen partnership and efforts to promote zero energy buildings in Vietnam

Within the framework of the Zero Energy Building (ZEBHub) project, the Vietnam Sustainability Social Enterprise Co., Ltd. (VSSE) - the managing unit of the Energy Efficiency Network Vietnam (EEN-Vietnam) and CBRE Vietnam signed a MoU on February 25.

Industrial Properties March 13, 2025 | 10:08

Prodezi Eco-Industrial Park holding infrastructure groundbreaking ceremony

The groundbreaking ceremony for Prodezi Eco-Industrial Park was held in the Mekong Delta province of Long An on March 12.

Money

Insurance Smart Payment Trends Stock Monitor

Money March 18, 2025 | 18:13

ADB, Vinschool sign sustainability-linked loan for Vietnam’s education sector

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $150 million loan with Vinschool JSC on March 18.

Money March 17, 2025 | 18:12

Social media giants pay $109 million in February taxes

Names including Google, Meta, and TikTok paid $109.3 million in Vietnamese taxes in February.

Insurance January 24, 2025 | 16:23

BPCE and Generali to create largest European asset manager

Generali and BPCE have signed a non-binding MoU to create a joint venture.

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.

Smart Payment Trends March 15, 2025 | 10:00

Asia Clean Capital Vietnam receives prestigious awards

Two leaders from Asia Clean Capital Vietnam (ACCV) have been recognised with prestigious awards at Green Finance Week 2025 – Asia Edition. The event, organised by FirstVIEW, a leading global business intelligence company, took place on March 5, 2025, in Singapore.

Smart Payment Trends March 14, 2025 | 15:59

Visa and MISA to collaborate on digital payment solutions

Visa and MISA have announced a collaboration to empower Vietnamese businesses through comprehensive digital payment solutions.

Infographics

Infographics March 11, 2025 | 17:03

Top travel trends favoured by Asian tourists in 2025

Digital travel platform Agoda has recently updated the latest travel trends through its 2025 Travel Trends Survey.

Infographics February 24, 2025 | 12:11

Government members for 2021-2026 term

During its 9th extraordinary session, the 15th National Assembly passed Resolution No. 176/2025/QH15 on the Government's organisational structure and Resolution No. 177/2025/QH15 on the number of cabinet members, both for its current term.

Timeout

Travel Hotels & Restaurants The Insider Entertainment Lifestyle

Timeout March 12, 2025 | 14:31

Vietnam ripe for ultra-rich tourism boost

Vietnam is attempting to increase its allure to ultra-wealthy tourists in a way that would not only bring economic benefits, but also encourage a rise in service quality in the industry.

Timeout March 08, 2025 | 16:00

Trang An Landscape Complex tagged with economic value of $213 billion

The Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been estimated to have a total economic value of $213 billion.

Timeout March 06, 2025 | 10:03

Farming meets tourism, how Vietnam is cultivating new travel experiences

As global tourism continues to diversify, agricultural tourism has emerged as a promising avenue, fostering rural economic growth, preserving indigenous cultures, and encouraging environmental conservation.

Timeout February 24, 2025 | 10:45

Vietnam emerges as top tourism hot hotspot

Global searches for Vietnamese accommodation have jumped 15-30 per cent from late November 2024 to January this year compared to 2023. The momentum continued into early February 2025, with searches climbing 30-45 per cent.

Hotels & Restaurants March 10, 2025 | 14:15

Mariott International expands portfolio in Vietnam

Mariott International is expanding its portfolio in Vietnam with 25 open properties across 10 brands in 12 destinations.

The Insider January 29, 2025 | 00:38

Vietnam can be global hot spot in 2025

After a stellar year in terms of traveller numbers and new products, industry leaders wish to capitalise on the forward momentum. Hoteliers spoke to VIR’s Hoang Dan about their optimism for the sector in 2025.

Lifestyle February 07, 2025 | 15:25

Meditation remains key trend in business

Meditation has become more accessible than ever, benefiting millions worldwide by reducing stress, improving focus, and enhancing wellbeing.

Entertainment March 11, 2025 | 16:36

Muong Thanh Tet preserves authentic identity

The entire Muong Thanh hotel chain will light up with vibrant colours to welcome Muong Thanh Tet, which will take place on March 12.

Videos

Vietnam seeks French support for nuclear energy development

Expanding credit scale to support economic growth

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

Sports

Sports March 13, 2025 | 16:01

Trang An Classic 2025 to tee off in Ninh Binh in April

Part of the VGA Development Tour 2025 - a professional golf circuit in Vietnam, the tournament boasts a prize pool of 300 million VND (12,000 USD), promising to deliver thrilling competitions among 100 golfers, including both domestic and foreign players living in Vietnam.

Sports March 12, 2025 | 12:06

Vietnamese karate artists prepare for SEA Games

The Vietnamese karate team won six golds and topped the medal tally at last year's Games in Cambodia. Prior to that, in the 31st SEA Games on home turf, they earned seven gold medals and also finished first.

Sports March 12, 2025 | 12:02

Women's national football teams have new head coach

Okiyama Masahiko, a Japanese coach with over three decades of experience in football, has been appointed as the new head coach of Vietnam's U17 and U20 women's football teams.

Sports March 04, 2025 | 15:31

BritCham Run 2025 to open in Ho Chi Minh City

BritCham Fun Run 2025 promises more exciting activities than ever.

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

CSR Swing for the Kids

Hanoi aims to turn polluted To Lich River into green space

PM chairs meeting of 14th National Party Congress’s sub-committee for socio-economic affairs

Society March 13, 2025 | 15:10

Hanoi aims to turn polluted To Lich River into green space

The Hanoi People’s Committee has also given in-principle approval to a wastewater system project in the West Lake area, with an estimated budget of over 99 billion VND (3.88 million USD) funded by Tay Ho district.

Society March 13, 2025 | 15:06

PM chairs meeting of 14th National Party Congress’s sub-committee for socio-economic affairs

He requested that the draft report must adopt innovative, breakthrough thinking, methodologies, approaches, and practices, in alignment with the global and regional situations as well as the country's development requirements...

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 March 10, 2025 | 09:37

Panasonic plants mangrove forest in Thai Binh province

Panasonic has taken part in a project to plant 10,000 trees in Thai Thuy Wetland Nature Reserve.

CSR February 26, 2025 | 18:43

Carlsberg Vietnam committed to sustainability in central region

Carlsberg Vietnam and Huda deliver life-changing clean water solutions to Vietnam’s central region.

World News

Thailand affirms commitment to boost foreign investment

Thai government urged to set up 'war room' to tackle US tariffs

Former Philippine President Duterte arrested on ICC warrant

Indonesia targets 100 per cent waste management by 2029

World News March 17, 2025 | 16:31

Malaysia warns of trade wars, tariffs

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to sustainable, inclusive, and equitable growth, as well as its ambition to strengthen its position as a key hub for trade, investment, and technological innovation.

World News March 13, 2025 | 15:27

Thailand affirms commitment to boost foreign investment

Speaking at the "Ignite Thailand: Invest in Endless Opportunities" event hosted by the Board of Investment (BOI) on March 12, Paetongtarn highlighted the government’s efforts to foster investor confidence, ensure resource and human capital readiness, and showcase Thailand as a secure and rewarding investment destination.

World News March 12, 2025 | 11:41