Vietnam and US to launch sixth trade negotiation round

Vietnam and US to launch sixth trade negotiation round

Vietnam and the US will launch the sixth negotiation round on the Reciprocal Trade Agreement next week.
NAB Innovation Centre underscores Vietnam’s appeal for tech investment

NAB Innovation Centre underscores Vietnam’s appeal for tech investment

Vietnam is attracting more high-quality foreign investment as global financial institutions expand technology and innovation operations in the country.
Vietnam moves towards market-based fuel management with E10 rollout

Vietnam moves towards market-based fuel management with E10 rollout

The MoIT has implemented the nationwide use of E10 biofuel, in line with Vietnam’s emission reduction commitments.

Vietnam and US to launch sixth trade negotiation round

Vietnam and US to launch sixth trade negotiation round
Vietnam and the US will launch the sixth negotiation round on the Reciprocal Trade Agreement next week.

Digital publishing emerges as key growth driver in Vietnam

Digital publishing emerges as key growth driver in Vietnam
Vietnam’s publishing industry posted solid growth in 2025, with digital formats gaining momentum as technology adoption accelerates.

From Vietnam to the world: Pizza 4P’s global journey

From Vietnam to the world: Pizza 4P’s global journey
Pizza 4P’s has grown into a 40-store network spanning Japan, India, and Indonesia, with its first US outlet set to open in New York this summer.

Spring Fair 2026 launches national fair series

Spring Fair 2026 launches national fair series
Efforts to stimulate domestic consumption ahead of Lunar New Year are set to gain momentum with a new national trade initiative.

Vietnam startup funding enters a period of capital reset

Vietnam startup funding enters a period of capital reset
Vietnam’s startup fundraising is shifting towards sustainability and capital efficiency as investors concentrate on proven business models.

Piaggio Vietnam: the making of a global manufacturing hub

Piaggio Vietnam: the making of a global manufacturing hub
After nearly two decades of operations in Vietnam, Piaggio has moved beyond its role as a vehicle manufacturer.

Game startup Panthera raises $1.5 million in seed funding

Game startup Panthera raises $1.5 million in seed funding
On January 28, Vietnamese game studio Panthera completed a $1.5 million seed round, led by T-Accelerate Capital, with participation from CyberAgent Capital.

Viettel Global achieves record revenues and profit

Viettel Global achieves record revenues and profit
Last year Viettel Global recorded its highest-ever revenues and profit.

Vietnam enters new development era: Russian scholar

Vietnam enters new development era: Russian scholar
Prof. George Toloraya noted that the 14th Party Congress represents a pivotal shift from Vietnam’s role as a “factory of the world” toward its ambition to become a high-tech powerhouse, with development quality reaching a higher level.

14th National Party Congress marks new era, expands Vietnam’s global role: Australian scholar

14th National Party Congress marks new era, expands Vietnam’s global role: Australian scholar
Emeritus Professor Carl Thayer said the 14th National Party Congress was particularly significant in refining and completing strategic orientations that have been carefully prepared over time.
Opportunities reshaped by disciplined capital aspects

Opportunities reshaped by disciplined capital aspects

Across Southeast Asia, dealmaking remained relatively subdued for much of 2025, as tighter financial conditions, valuation gaps, regulatory uncertainty and geopolitical risks tempered investor sentiment.
Delivering urban railways and transit-oriented development

Delivering urban railways and transit-oriented development

Vietnam’s efforts to expand urban rail and sustainable city development have increased attention on transit-oriented development and digital delivery tools.
IP alterations shape asset strategies for local investors

IP alterations shape asset strategies for local investors

An amended intellectual property law, effective from April 1, reflects a forward-looking effort to harmonise with global trends. In the coming period, sub-law regulations are expected to play a pivotal role in clarifying the scope and application of certain new provisions, particularly those relating to AI and data mining

SABECO: Driving growth alongside Vietnam

SABECO: Driving growth alongside Vietnam
General director Lester Tan Teck Chuan talked with VIR’s Bich Ngoc on the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainable development through long-standing brewing tradition in Vietnam.

150 years of SABECO: A journey through Vietnam’s brewing heritage

150 years of SABECO: A journey through Vietnam’s brewing heritage
To commemorate 150 years of contributing to Vietnam's brewing industry, SABECO launched its "150 Years of a Living Legacy: Ever Growing, Ever Reaching" campaign on September 10.

Biosimilars innovation to transform Vietnamese pharma

Biosimilars innovation to transform Vietnamese pharma
On his first business trip to Vietnam, Russell Miller, vice president of Global Sales and Marketing at Enzene Biosciences, shared with VIR’s Ho Ha the company’s ambition to reshape the global biosimilars landscape through innovation and advanced manufacturing.

SABECO highlights heritage and innovation at national exhibition

SABECO highlights heritage and innovation at national exhibition
SABECO showcased its legacy and innovations at the 2025 National Achievements Exhibition, celebrating Vietnamese enterprise contributions.

Gearing human resources towards business success amidst evolving challenges

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.

$100 million initiative launched to protect forests and boost rural incomes

$100 million initiative launched to protect forests and boost rural incomes
Vietnam on January 29 received a major green investment, with international partners committing over $100 million to protect forests.

Trung Nam-Sideros River consortium wins bid for LNG venture

Trung Nam-Sideros River consortium wins bid for LNG venture
A consortium between Trung Nam Group and Sideros River has won the bid for the Ca Na LNG power plant venture, with a total investment of $2.2 million.

Vietnam moves towards market-based fuel management with E10 rollout

Vietnam moves towards market-based fuel management with E10 rollout
The MoIT has implemented the nationwide use of E10 biofuel, in line with Vietnam’s emission reduction commitments.

Envision Energy, REE Group partner on 128MW wind projects

Envision Energy, REE Group partner on 128MW wind projects
Envision Energy has signed a turbine supply deal with REE Group for 128MW of nearshore wind projects in Vinh Long province.

Dong Nai experiences shifting expectations and new industrial cycle

Dong Nai experiences shifting expectations and new industrial cycle
Dong Nai is witnessing a significant shift in investment capital flows, as both domestic and foreign investors raise their expectations.

An Phat 5 Industrial Park targets ESG-driven investors in Hai Phong

An Phat 5 Industrial Park targets ESG-driven investors in Hai Phong
An Phat 5 Industrial Park is positioning itself as an ESG-aligned industrial hub in Hai Phong, aiming to attract high-tech and sustainable foreign investment.

Green finance offers 'passport' for Vietnamese construction, building materials firms

Green finance offers 'passport' for Vietnamese construction, building materials firms
With stricter green standards sweeping across markets, Vietnamese construction companies must accelerate their transition or fall behind.

Ho Chi Minh City to develop first eco-industrial park in Q1

Ho Chi Minh City to develop first eco-industrial park in Q1
Phu My 3 Specialised Industrial Park is completing procedures to become Ho Chi Minh City’s first eco-industrial park.

NAB Innovation Centre underscores Vietnam’s appeal for tech investment

NAB Innovation Centre underscores Vietnam’s appeal for tech investment
Vietnam is attracting more high-quality foreign investment as global financial institutions expand technology and innovation operations in the country.

Vietnam strengthens public debt management with World Bank and IMF

Vietnam strengthens public debt management with World Bank and IMF
Vietnam is working with the World Bank and the IMF to enhance public debt and risk management under a technical assistance programme.

Rising demand for financial protection fuels life insurance growth

Rising demand for financial protection fuels life insurance growth
Vietnam’s life insurance market is entering a new phase of growth following a comprehensive restructuring of products, distribution channels, and services.

US fintech startup invests $5 million in Vietnam

US fintech startup invests $5 million in Vietnam
US fintech startup Tala has set up a legal entity in Vietnam and begun partnering with a local bank to offer lending services.

Key highlights of 14th National Party Congress

Key highlights of 14th National Party Congress
With the theme “Under the glorious flag of the Party, joining hands and uniting wills to successfully realise the country’s development goals to 2030; ensuring strategic autonomy, fostering self-reliance and confidence, advancing firmly in the era of national rise for peace, independence, democracy, prosperity, civilisation and happiness, and steadfastly progressing towards socialism”, the 14th National Party Congress affirms its pivotal role as a landmark event of historic significance for Vietnam’s development.

Visa exemption for special-category foreigners

Visa exemption for special-category foreigners
The Government has decided to grant visa exemptions of up to five years to certain categories of foreigners, including experts, scientists, leaders of major corporations and enterprises, and guests of research institutes.

Vietnam ranks among world’s top 10 in AI Index

Vietnam ranks among world’s top 10 in AI Index
Vietnam has made a strong impression on the global artificial intelligence (AI) landscape, ranking 6th out of 40 countries and territories in the AI Index released by the Worldwide Independent Network of Market Research (WIN) in July 2025.

Lang Son achieves UNESCO Global Geopark recognition

Lang Son achieves UNESCO Global Geopark recognition
Lang Son Geopark has just been honoured with the UNESCO Certificate recognising it as a UNESCO Global Geopark, marking a significant milestone in the journey to preserve and promote the natural and cultural values of the northern province of Lang Son.

New Year tourism receipts top $40m in key cities

New Year tourism receipts top $40m in key cities
Major destinations opened 2026 on a strong note, with several cities each earning more than $40 million during the New Year holiday.

Vietjet launches mega year-end ticket promotion

Vietjet launches mega year-end ticket promotion
Vietjet will be offering millions of promotional tickets on December 12 with discounts of up to 100 per cent.

Vietjet launches daily Manila flights to celebrate year-end festive peak season

Vietjet launches daily Manila flights to celebrate year-end festive peak season
Vietjet is launching daily flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Manila from December 19 to celebrate the year-end festive season.

Phu Tho emerges as northern Vietnam’s new tourism hub

Phu Tho emerges as northern Vietnam’s new tourism hub
With its rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and new development opportunities, Phu Tho province is attracting both domestic and international visitors.

Nestlé accompanies Ho Chi Minh City's student sports event

Nestlé accompanies Ho Chi Minh City's student sports event
Nestlé's Milo brand has sponsored the opening ceremony of the Ho Chi Minh City Student Sports Competition.

Ho Chi Minh City students shine in record-setting martial arts showcase

Ho Chi Minh City students shine in record-setting martial arts showcase
60,000 students from 165 schools in Ho Chi Minh City have participated in a record-breaking Vovinam martial arts music performance.

Herbalife Vietnam supports Vietnam Olympic Committee with nutrition and training

Herbalife Vietnam supports Vietnam Olympic Committee with nutrition and training
Herbalife Vietnam and the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) have held an advanced sports nutrition and performance workshop for coaches and performance experts.

Herbalife and VFF host advanced sports nutrition training for coaches

Herbalife and VFF host advanced sports nutrition training for coaches
Herbalife Vietnam and the VFF held an advanced sports nutrition training in Hanoi to help coaches and specialists enhance player performance and recovery.

Hanoi intensifies airport monitoring amid Nipah disease risks

Hanoi intensifies airport monitoring amid Nipah disease risks
Amid the risk of Nipah flu, Hanoi is closely monitoring the situation at Noi Bai International Airport.

Tet 2026 points to more value-driven consumption

Tet 2026 points to more value-driven consumption
Vietnam’s Tet 2026 market is expected to reflect a shift towards more value-conscious consumption, as households prioritise practicality over extravagance.

Swing for the Kids Foundation supports school upgrades in Nghe An’s Do Luong district

Swing for the Kids Foundation supports school upgrades in Nghe An’s Do Luong district
VIR and donors have funded upgrades for three schools in Nghe An province’s Do Luong district, improving learning conditions for students in disadvantaged areas.

Carlsberg Vietnam delivers Lunar New Year support in central region

Carlsberg Vietnam delivers Lunar New Year support in central region
Carlsberg Vietnam and Huda have delivered 7,500 Tet care packages to underprivileged families across seven provinces in Central Vietnam.

PM inspects APEC 2027 project progress in An Giang province

PM inspects APEC 2027 project progress in An Giang province
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited An Giang province on January 28 to review progress and address bottlenecks in key projects serving APEC 2027.

Philippines plans higher rice imports to stabilise supply

Philippines plans higher rice imports to stabilise supply
Rice trade flows in Southeast Asia are set to increase as Manila moves to stabilise domestic supply.

France supports Vietnam’s growing role in international arena: French Ambassador

France supports Vietnam’s growing role in international arena: French Ambassador
As a comprehensive strategic partner, France intends to back Vietnam with a very concrete approach as it has done for the past 40 years: support for reforms, financing of structure projects, and long-term partnerships in key sectors of the Vietnamese economy, Ambassador Olivier Brochet said.

Foreign leaders extend congratulations to Party General Secretary To Lam

Foreign leaders extend congratulations to Party General Secretary To Lam
First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez expressed his belief that under the General Secretary’s clear-sighted leadership...