Vietnam trade hits record $445 billion, but deficit widens

Vietnam trade hits record $445 billion, but deficit widens

Vietnam posted a record $445 billion in trade value during the first five months, driven by robust export and import growth, while a widening trade deficit remains an area to watch.
Phu My Hung receives two prestigious real estate awards

Phu My Hung receives two prestigious real estate awards

Phu My Hung Urban Area has been recognised as one of the country's most liveable developments at the 2026 Vietnam National Real Estate Awards.
Ministry of Finance and ADB discuss development cooperation priorities

Ministry of Finance and ADB discuss development cooperation priorities

The Ministry of Finance and the ADB have met in Manila to discuss future collaboration on debt and external finance.

Vietnam trade hits record $445 billion, but deficit widens

Vietnam trade hits record $445 billion, but deficit widens
Vietnam posted a record $445 billion in trade value during the first five months, driven by robust export and import growth, while a widening trade deficit remains an area to watch.

AMRO revises Vietnam 2026 GDP forecast to 7.2 per cent

AMRO revises Vietnam 2026 GDP forecast to 7.2 per cent
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) has revised the 2026 GDP forecast for Vietnam down to 7.2 per cent from 7.4 per cent in its interim update to the regional economic outlook on June 2.

Qualcomm sees Vietnam moving beyond manufacturing towards innovation

Qualcomm sees Vietnam moving beyond manufacturing towards innovation
As global innovation increasingly shifts towards integrated, system-level technologies, Qualcomm’s new R&D Center in Hanoi underscores both its long-term commitment to Vietnam and the country’s growing role in the global technology landscape. Dr. Baaziz A

Japfa marks 30 years in Vietnam with focus on sustainable growth

Japfa marks 30 years in Vietnam with focus on sustainable growth
Japfa Comfeed Vietnam Co., Ltd. on June 4, celebrated its 30th anniversary, with the presence of the Ambassador of Indonesia to Vietnam, the Vice Minister of Agriculture and Environment, leaders of provinces and cities, as well as partners and customers.

Digital economy tops $72 billion as Resolution 57 drives transformation push

Digital economy tops $72 billion as Resolution 57 drives transformation push
Vietnam’s digital economy expanded to more than $72 billion in 2025, underscoring the early success of Resolution 57, even as slow fund disbursement and data integration hurdles continue to test implementation.

LG Innotek to develop chip substrate plant in Vietnam

LG Innotek to develop chip substrate plant in Vietnam
LG Innotek, a South Korea-based global leader in materials and component manufacturing, will establish a new plant in Vietnam as part of its expansion of semiconductor substrate manufacturing footprint to the country.

BlockchainWork raises nearly $142,000 from Japanese investors

BlockchainWork raises nearly $142,000 from Japanese investors
BlockchainWork, Vietnam's leading blockchain talent community, on June 3 announced the completion of its Seed 2 funding round, raising a total of nearly $142,000 from four strategic investors based in Japan.

Vingroup invests $12.75m in US-based humanoid robot research company

Vingroup invests $12.75m in US-based humanoid robot research company
Vingroup has approved a $12.75 million investment in humanoid robot and AI technology research company Vinmotion USA.

KPMG and Anthropic to redefine client services with artificial intelligence tie-up

KPMG and Anthropic to redefine client services with artificial intelligence tie-up
On May 20, KPMG and Anthropic announced the launch of the KPMG Digital Gateway powered by Claude, bringing Anthropic’s frontier AI directly into KPMG’s client delivery platform.

FDI a crucial component to double-digit growth

FDI a crucial component to double-digit growth
Foreign investment is considered a crucial component contributing to the economic prosperity, especially the realisation of double-digit growth across 2026-2030.
KPMG and Anthropic to redefine client services with artificial intelligence tie-up

KPMG and Anthropic to redefine client services with artificial intelligence tie-up

On May 20, KPMG and Anthropic announced the launch of the KPMG Digital Gateway powered by Claude, bringing Anthropic’s frontier AI directly into KPMG’s client delivery platform.
Vietnam second fastest growing automotive market in ASEAN‑6

Vietnam second fastest growing automotive market in ASEAN‑6

Vietnam’s automotive market recorded 20.3 per cent sales growth in 2025, ranked as the second‑fastest growing market in ASEAN‑6.
Need-to-know aspects ahead of AI law

Need-to-know aspects ahead of AI law

Managing partner Dang The Duc and senior associate Thai Gia Han of Indochine Counsel point out the key takeaways and what businesses need to know ahead of implementation.

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.

Vietnam’s finance professionals redefine career expectations

Vietnam’s finance professionals redefine career expectations
Global Talent Trends 2026 report, released by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

VIFC-HCMC, Touchstone Partners, Temasek Foundation to collaborate on green economy

VIFC-HCMC, Touchstone Partners, Temasek Foundation to collaborate on green economy
On May 29, the VIFC-HCMC, Touchstone Partners and Temasek Foundation signed a trilateral strategic collaboration agreement to mobilise international financial resources, expertise and networks to advance innovation and technology development.

Brewing Tomorrow: How Carlsberg Vietnam is turning sustainability into everyday action at World Environment Day 2026

Brewing Tomorrow: How Carlsberg Vietnam is turning sustainability into everyday action at World Environment Day 2026
More than 150 volunteers from Carlsberg Vietnam joined a beach clean-up activity in Danang as part of the company’s World Environment Day 2026 programme, reaffirming its long-term commitment to sustainability and environmental action in Vietnam.

E10 petrol to be rolled out nationwide, cutting 2.5 million tonnes of CO2 annually

E10 petrol to be rolled out nationwide, cutting 2.5 million tonnes of CO2 annually
Vietnam has officially expanded the nationwide sale of E10 biofuel gasoline from June 1, marking a significant milestone in the country's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while enhancing long-term energy security.

UOA Group partners with Vietcombank to accelerate investment expansion in Vietnam

UOA Group partners with Vietcombank to accelerate investment expansion in Vietnam
Vietcombank will provide funding for two Grade A office developments by UOA Group in Ho Chi Minh City.

Hanoi Centre recognised as Mall of the Year at Retail Asia Awards

Hanoi Centre recognised as Mall of the Year at Retail Asia Awards
Hanoi Centre has won the Mall of the Year award for Vietnam at the 2026 Retail Asia Awards.

Lotte Properties and Phat Dat develop Thu Thiem Eco Smart City

Lotte Properties and Phat Dat develop Thu Thiem Eco Smart City
Lotte Properties Ho Chi Minh City and Phat Dat Real Estate Development Corporation will advance strategic cooperation related to Thu Thiem Eco Smart City.

Du Long Industrial Park gets operational term extended to 70 years

Du Long Industrial Park gets operational term extended to 70 years
The operational term for Du Long Industrial Park in Khanh Hoa province has been extended to 70 years, now running until 2077.

Banks accelerate AI adoption

Banks accelerate AI adoption
As AI adoption spreads across Vietnam’s banking sector, lenders are moving beyond basic digitalisation, using intelligent technologies to transform customer engagement, operations and risk management while navigating new governance challenges.

Vietnam accelerates capital market reforms to boost foreign investor access

Vietnam accelerates capital market reforms to boost foreign investor access
A capital market dialogue in Singapore has heard that Vietnam is pushing forward with reforms to improve market access and transparency for foreign investors.

Vietnam targets 25 per cent micro-insurance coverage by 2030

Vietnam targets 25 per cent micro-insurance coverage by 2030
Backed by digitalisation and regulatory support, Vietnam is seeking to bring affordable insurance to up to one-quarter of the population by 2030, transforming a long-overlooked segment.

HSBC and EFA support Nutifood with VND800bn bridge

HSBC and EFA support Nutifood with VND800bn bridge
HSBC Vietnam arranged a $31 million, five-year, 90 per cent Export Finance Australia (EFA) guaranteed facility guaranteed facility for Nutifood.

[Infographic] AMATA: Industrial and Smart City Developer

[Infographic] AMATA: Industrial and Smart City Developer
Amata Vietnam's industrial real estate projects began in 1994. It has been contributing to transforming Vietnam into a global manufacturing and investment hub ever since.

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.

Vietjet's cabin crew: ambassadors of hospitality and pioneering spirit

Vietjet's cabin crew: ambassadors of hospitality and pioneering spirit
Vietjet's cabin crew embodies a modern airline where diverse cultures meet under a shared sky of connection and aspiration.

TAT and Vietnam Airlines agree to boost travel links

TAT and Vietnam Airlines agree to boost travel links
TAT and Vietnam Airlines have signed an MoU to strengthen tourism and aviation ties between Vietnam and Thailand.

Sustainable tourism to shape Vietnam’s growth path

Sustainable tourism to shape Vietnam’s growth path
Sustainable tourism will define Vietnam’s tourism trajectory in 2026, steering the market towards international standards, lower environmental impact, and long-term resilience.

A cultural development pillar for the new period

A cultural development pillar for the new period
This year marks the beginning of a five-year strategic plan, implementing the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress. Anticipating a continued complex global landscape with fierce competition, the culture, sports, and tourism sector has determined that it must continue innovating even more strongly.

Vietnam ranks second globally in mobile game downloads

Vietnam ranks second globally in mobile game downloads
Vietnam’s mobile gaming industry recorded 4.9 billion downloads in 2025, ranking second globally behind China’s 5.3 billion.

Carlsberg Vietnam backs Hue marathon for fifth year through Huda brand

Carlsberg Vietnam backs Hue marathon for fifth year through Huda brand
Carlsberg Vietnam's Huda brand has backed the Hue marathon for the fifth year running.

Nestlé Milo continues National U11 Football Championship 2026

Nestlé Milo continues National U11 Football Championship 2026
On April 6, the Teenager and Children Newspaper, the Vietnam Football Federation, and Nestlé MILO, announced the sponsor for the National U11 Football Championship – Nestlé MILO Cup 2026.

Japfa Vietnam hosts race to foster unity

Japfa Vietnam hosts race to foster unity
As part of its 30th anniversary commemorative activities, Japfa Vietnam held an internal running event on April 4 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam emerges as rising hub for wealth creation

Vietnam emerges as rising hub for wealth creation
Vietnam is poised to become one of the world's fastest-growing markets for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, with the number of people holding more than $30 million expected to jump 59 per cent by 2031, according to Knight Frank.

Danang launches DIFF 2026 with world-class performances

Danang launches DIFF 2026 with world-class performances
Thousands watched as Danang and China kicked off the 2026 Danang International Fireworks Festival on May 30.

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.

Nghi Son Green scheme expands in Thanh Hoa to protect marine environment

Nghi Son Green scheme expands in Thanh Hoa to protect marine environment
The Nghi Son Green initiative has returned to Thanh Hoa province on an expanded scale to protect the marine environment.

Vinexpo Asia 2026 reinforces Asia’s strategic role in global wine trade

Vinexpo Asia 2026 reinforces Asia’s strategic role in global wine trade
Vinexpo Asia 2026 attracted more than 14,000 industry professionals from 76 markets, underscoring Asia’s enduring appeal as a growth destination for global wine and spirits producers despite increasing economic uncertainty and shifting trade dynamics worl

Amazon to invest over $33 billion in cloud and AI infrastructure in Southeast Asia

Amazon to invest over $33 billion in cloud and AI infrastructure in Southeast Asia
On May 21, Amazon announced a plan to invest over $33 billion in cloud and AI infrastructure in some Southeast Asia countries by 2039.

Citi celebrates Asian Heritage Month

Citi celebrates Asian Heritage Month
Citi is celebrating Asian Heritage Month by recognising the rich histories and contributions of Asian colleagues, communities, and allies across its network.

ADB launches $70 billion push to connect Asia’s power grids and digital networks

ADB launches $70 billion push to connect Asia’s power grids and digital networks
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will back $70 billion in new energy and digital infrastructure initiatives by 2035, aiming to connect power grids, expand cross-border electricity trade, and improve broadband access across Asia and the Pacific.