Long-delayed LNG power projects may be replaced in revised PDP VIII
By Nguyen Kim
October 14, 2026 | 11:59
The Ministry of Industry and Trade is consulting ministries and localities for the adjustment of Power Development Plan VIII - Phase 1. One of the contents is the proposal to replace coal-fired or gas-fired power plants with LNG power projects in the north.
Foreign investors seeking a synchronised manufacturing ecosystem
By Nguyen Kim
October 14, 2026 | 11:51
Instead of focusing only on land costs and incentives as usual, foreign investors are seeking a synchronised manufacturing ecosystem, from stable power supply and logistics to shared infrastructure and the convenience of completing residence procedures for experts to serve their long-term investment in the country.
Localities report breakthrough results in FDI in first nine months
By Nguyen Kim
October 14, 2026 | 11:45
Many localities surpassed FDI full-year targets in just nine months thanks to administrative reforms and strong investment promotion.
Why Asian FDI is flowing into northern Vietnam’s industrial parks
By Yen Thuy
October 14, 2026 | 09:03
Global supply chain shifts are boosting Asian investment in northern Vietnam, where upgraded transport infrastructure, strategic connectivity and new industrial parks are strengthening the region’s manufacturing appeal.
Hung Yen unveils adjusted master plan with three economic zones
By Quynh Nga
October 13, 2026 | 11:30
Hung Yen has unveiled its adjusted master plan for 2021–2030, built around three economic zones, two corridors, and seven development axes.
Ho Chi Minh City climbs 17 places in Global Financial Centres Index
By Bich Ngoc
October 13, 2026 | 11:27
Ho Chi Minh City has moved up sharply in the latest Global Financial Centres Index, recording the second-largest rise among assessed centres.
Quang Tri province to tighten delayed power projects
By Nguyen Kim
October 13, 2026 | 10:34
Quang Tri authorities are stepping up scrutiny of delayed power projects and investors' financial and technical capabilities, with completed projects and those undergoing trial operations accounting for just 23 per cent of the province's planned power capacity by 2030.
$600 million Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh expressway expansion under pressure
By Nguyen Kim
October 09, 2026 | 16:00
The construction of the Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh Expressway expansion is under pressure due to the shortage of asphalt and manpower, while contractors enter the final stages of construction.
Hung Yen’s regional GDP beats expectations
By Quynh Nga
October 09, 2026 | 15:25
Hung Yen’s regional GDP grew 11.2 per cent in the first nine months of 2026, exceeding the 11.1 per cent growth scenario, with industry remaining the key growth driver, supported by construction and investment.
VIR seminar focuses on taking domestic suppliers into global supply chains
By Nguyen Kim
October 08, 2026 | 14:50
Comprehensive reform enhancing the absorption capacity of domestic enterprises to join global supply chains was the focus of a panel discussion at a seminar, organised by VIR in Hanoi on October 8.
Building Vietnam’s next chapter of FDI growth
By Hazy Tran
October 08, 2026 | 12:15
VPBank's local execution with SMBC's global capability are building stronger value chains, supporting Vietnamese enterprises, enabling foreign investors to succeed, and strengthening Vietnam's role in the global economy.
Vietnam to foster links between foreign and domestic sector
By Nguyen Kim
October 08, 2026 | 11:00
Instead of focusing solely on the number of projects and investment capital, Vietnam will prioritise building a high-quality foreign direct investment ecosystem that creates added value for the economy and fosters linkages with the domestic sector.
Vietnam shifting focus to building high-quality FDI ecosystem
By Nguyen Huong
October 08, 2026 | 10:45
Vietnam is moving from simply attracting FDI to building a high-quality foreign-invested economic sector, VIR's editor-in-chief has said.
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