FDI disbursement hits record $25.35 billion in 2024

FDI disbursement hits record $25.35 billion in 2024

Foreign direct investment (FDI) fell slightly in 2024, but disbursement reached a record $25.35 billion, up 9.4 per cent on-year.
German enterprises can offer pragmatic approach

German enterprises can offer pragmatic approach

German investors are eyeing expansion plans in Vietnam to seek stability amid global turbulence. Peter Kompalla, chief representative of the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Van about the possible flows of German investment into Vietnam in 2025.
Semiconductors can be pillar for growth

Semiconductors can be pillar for growth

The global semiconductor industry is making headlines, fuelled by surging demand for electronic devices and groundbreaking advancements in technology.
Ho Chi Minh City needs $25.8 million of capital investment

Ho Chi Minh City needs $25.8 million of capital investment

Ho Chi Minh City Finance and Investment State Owned Company (HFIC) and nine banks held a cooperation agreement signing ceremony on January 6 in Ho Chi Minh City.
Major progress being made on expressway developments

Major progress being made on expressway developments

Fresh progress is being made on construction sites across Vietnam to achieve the goal of completing 3,000km of expressways by the end of 2025.
Vietnam reinforces free trade deal advantages

Vietnam reinforces free trade deal advantages

Three years after the entry into force of a landmark regional free trade agreement, Vietnam is poised to deepen trade and investment ties, leveraging the deal’s favourable rules of origin to boost exports and attract foreign funding.
Korean groups look towards increased efficiency

Korean groups look towards increased efficiency

This year marked a qualitative leap in South Korean investments in Vietnam, despite economic headwinds. Choi Bundo, chairman of the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about possible future trends for 2025.
German businesses commit to long-term partnerships in Vietnam

German businesses commit to long-term partnerships in Vietnam

Despite facing short-term challenges, our members remain committed to the long-term opportunities that Vietnam offers. In 2024, the industrial sector’s performance fell below expectations, with a slower-than-anticipated recovery. However, indicators show improvements in Q4.
Vietnam to develop first financial centres

Vietnam to develop first financial centres

Vietnam has conditions to develop as an international financial centre, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said.
Ho Chi Minh City and Danang ready to build financial centres

Ho Chi Minh City and Danang ready to build financial centres

Ho Chi Minh City City and Danang are ready for the construction of a regional and international financial centres in Vietnam.
Trade gathering pace with India

Trade gathering pace with India

Vietnam and India are set to expand bilateral cooperation in new sectors, but some non-tariff measures from India may need removing.
Domestic groups seize upon deals

Domestic groups seize upon deals

Dealmaking by Vietnamese firms is expected to be more vibrant, driven by several factors that support strategic growth, market expansion, and consolidation in various industries.
Binh Duong approves potential investments worth $1.7 billion

Binh Duong approves potential investments worth $1.7 billion

Binh Duong People's Committee has granted in-principle investment approvals and investment registration certificates for projects worth over $1.7 billion.
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