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World Bank projects Vietnam’s growth to moderate to 6.8 per cent in 2026

By Thanh Van May 15, 2026 | 17:41

While headwinds are expected to temper the pace of expansion, World Bank's latest Vietnam Economic Update, released on May 15, projects growth will moderate to a still-robust 6.8 per cent in 2026, following an 8 per cent expansion in 2025.

FDI in first four months rises over 35 per cent on-year

By Nguyen Huong May 15, 2026 | 10:18

A report released on May 13 by the Foreign Investment Agency under the Ministry of Finance said Vietnam remains an attractive destination for foreign investors amid the ongoing relocation, restructuring, and diversification of global supply chains.

Vietnam enters manufacturing and investment-led growth phase

By Thanh Van May 14, 2026 | 17:40

Vietnam is entering a more manufacturing and investment-led phase of growth with industrial production, foreign direct investment (FDI), public investment, and business formation all accelerated in the first four months of 2026.

Real estate market 2026: Weathering Headwinds, Embracing a New Cycle

By Bich Ngoc May 11, 2026 | 15:45

The seminar "Real estate market 2026: Weathering Headwinds, Embracing a New Cycle" organised by Vietnam Investment Review will commence at 8am on May 12 at Eastin Grand Hotel Saigon.

India and Vietnam elevate ties to ‘Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’

By Thanh Van May 07, 2026 | 18:34

India and Vietnam have agreed to upgrade ties to "Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership" on May 6, opening up a new chapter for bilateral relations.

Vietnam, India seek deeper cooperation in finance, technology and infrastructure

By Nguyen Huong May 07, 2026 | 18:29

On May 6, in New Delhi, as part of the state visit to India by General Secretary and President To Lam, Vietnamese Minister of Finance Ngo Van Tuan held bilateral talks with Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

Manufacturing firms face falling orders as costs climb to 15-year peak

By Thanh Van May 06, 2026 | 09:55

Vietnamese manufacturers recorded a drop in new orders in April as inflationary pressures hit 15-year highs amid increased costs for fuel and oil in particular.

Moody's Ratings changes Vietnam's outlook to positive from stable

By Thanh Van May 05, 2026 | 11:40

Moody's has reaffirmed Vietnam's Ba2 credit rating and upgraded its outlook to positive from stable.

Ho Chi Minh City kicks off five key projects

By Bich Ngoc - Le Toan April 30, 2026 | 12:30

Ho Chi Minh City officially broke ground on four major projects and granted an investment certificate for Can Gio International Transshipment Port on April 29, in a significant event marking the 51st anniversary of national reunification.

$1.23 billion boost for high-tech investment in Ho Chi Minh City

By Nguyen Huong April 27, 2026 | 08:00

On April 25, Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee awarded investment registration certificates to four projects in the city's high-tech park, with a combined investment of $1.23 billion.