Vietnam Investment Review

Tam Chuc and Co Le Pagoda gain special national recognition

The Tam Chuc Complex and Co Le Pagoda in Ninh Binh province have just been recognised as special national relics.

JERA Corporation plans to develop $2.2 billion Nghi Son LNG Power Plant

Japanese energy giant JERA Corporation has shown renewed interest in the long-delayed Nghi Son Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Power Plant.

Hong Kong's Tevo forms strategic partnership with MobiFone Global

Tevo and MobiFone Global signed a strategic partnership on September 10 to co-publish mobile applications on the global market.

Vietnam Private Sector Economic Forum makes comeback in Hanoi

VPSF 2025 returns after eight years, uniting leaders and entrepreneurs in Hanoi to strengthen the private sector’s role in Vietnam’s economy.
Sweeping changes spotlight new financial growth drivers

Vietnam is entering a pivotal phase where sweeping reforms, surging urbanisation, and new asset classes are reshaping its financial markets.
World Bank forecasts Vietnam’s GDP growth to reach 6.6 per cent in 2025

Vietnam's GDP growth is forecast to reach 6.6 per cent in 2025, according to the latest report by the World Bank.

British commitment shines with Vietnamese partnerships

The stand-out policies from Vietnam’s economic recovery

Charting the course to 2045 via private sector advances

Thai Nguyen emerges as a catalyst for Vietnam’s low-carbon future

Amid the global drive for sustainability, Thai Nguyen is emerging as a frontrunner in Vietnam’s shift to a low-carbon economy.

MoF sets goal to quadruple foreign investor accounts by 2030

The MoF is aiming to quadruple the number of foreign securities accounts in Vietnam by 2030 as part of sweeping market reforms.

Cathay United Bank hosts Tax and Investment seminar on tariff impacts and supply chain shifts

Cathay United Bank hosted a seminar to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing corporates in Vietnam on September 5 in Hanoi.

Corporate

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AkzoNobel launches campaign to drive sustainable wood manufacturing

Reordering phase reflects pharmacy chain challenges

Corporate September 15, 2025 | 13:31

AkzoNobel launches campaign to drive sustainable wood manufacturing

AkzoNobel Wood Finishes has unveiled a new campaign promoting sustainable practices for wood producers in Southern Asia-Pacific.

Corporate September 15, 2025 | 13:00

Reordering phase reflects pharmacy chain challenges

Pharmacy chains are making strategic expansions and establishing new models up and down Vietnam.

CEO Talk September 15, 2025 | 11:00

Empowering ASEAN via generative AI

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has made the largest-ever investment in ASEAN by an international tech company, demonstrating its strong commitment to providing customers with the most resilient and secure cloud infrastructure.

Biz Link September 12, 2025 | 10:56

Vietnamese industry moves towards greener and high-tech future

Vietnam's industrial sector is accelerating its shift towards sustainability and advanced technologies.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong

Danang’s microchip industry embraces increasing attention

Investing September 15, 2025 | 19:00

Danang’s microchip industry embraces increasing attention

Danang’s semiconductor industry has made significant progress in a short period of time, via funding promotion events and more.

Investing September 15, 2025 | 16:00

Competitive position consolidated

Foreign investment disbursement continues to show strong resilience, underscoring investors’ confidence in Vietnam’s economic prospects.

M&A September 11, 2025 | 15:45

Parent company of Highlands Coffee acquires Paris Baguette

VTI Group has announced that Paris Baguette has joined its brand portfolio alongside Highlands Coffee, Pho 24, and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf chains.

Outbound Investment September 11, 2025 | 17:46

Hong Kong's Tevo forms strategic partnership with MobiFone Global

Tevo and MobiFone Global signed a strategic partnership on September 10 to co-publish mobile applications on the global market.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Vilasia

Digital health transformation with medical e-records

Smarter trade moves within a shifting landscape

Your Consultant September 15, 2025 | 10:37

Digital health transformation with medical e-records

Electronic medical records (EMRs) are bringing many clear benefits to patients, helping them store different types of documents and easily compare test results and general check-ups.

Your Consultant September 15, 2025 | 09:35

Smarter trade moves within a shifting landscape

The global trade system is at an inflection point. Driven by a volatile mix of geopolitical tensions, technological shifts, and a renewed focus on national interests, the rules of the game are being rewritten.

KPMG August 11, 2025 | 10:00

Tariff modeller guides exporters through trade shifts

Vietnamese exporters are turning to tariff simulation tools to adapt supply chains and plan for shifting US trade policies.

PwC June 25, 2025 | 12:14

Vietnamese businesses navigate US tariffs

As US tariffs continue to pressure global trade, Vietnamese businesses are undergoing a comprehensive transformation to adapt and stay competitive.

Indochine Counsel September 08, 2025 | 10:32

Safeguards essential for e-commerce data

The rapid growth of e-commerce has highlighted the urgent need for an appropriate legal framework, particularly in areas such as tax administration and personal data protection. Senior associate Thai Gia Han and junior associate Nguyen Trung Nghia from Indochine Counsel write about the new aspects of tax and personal data protection regulations for e-commerce in Vietnam.

Opinion

Chairman Pham Hong Diep

Shinec pioneers green, digital, and circular IPs in Vietnam

Vietnam SuperPort: Exploring new terrain in green logistics

Yap Kwong Weng

CEO of Vietnam SuperPort

Vietnam SuperPort: Exploring new terrain in green logistics

From pioneer to key player: Grab's 10-year milestone in Vietnam

Alejandro Osorio

Managing director of Grab Vietnam

From pioneer to key player: Grab's 10-year milestone in Vietnam

CMC Corporation: a pioneer in AI transformation

Nguyen Trung Chinh

Chairman of the Board of Directors, CMC Corporation

CMC Corporation: a pioneer in AI transformation

Topics

Digital Transformation Healthcare Platform Sustainable Energy Human Capital 4.0 Empowering Women Climate Change Response Special Administrative-Economic Zones Bank Scandals Safe and Sound Vietnam

Emagazine

March 08, 2025 | 18:00

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.

October 09, 2024 | 16:56

The promising future of Vietnam’s golf tourism

The future of Vietnam's golf industry and golf tourism looks highly promising in the coming years

July 08, 2024 | 10:20

AIA leads the charge to healthier, longer, better lives

AIA Vietnam is navigating the promising yet challenging Vietnamese life insurance market under the helm of newly appointed CEO Andrew Loh

January 29, 2024 | 06:00

Innovation for future communities

Official development assistance can act as the playing field for nations. Vietnam is no exception, having benefited from such assistance over the years in the building of many structures and systems up and down the country.

January 24, 2024 | 15:32

SABECO: 2023 journey of community development

By continuously supporting the younger generation to develop its talents, and spending large sums on activities for its staff, SABECO is showing its relentless sustainable development efforts and making positive contributions to the community.

Green Growth

Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF

C asean Vietnam advances sustainable careers with regional initiatives

Vietnam pushes ahead with battery storage market plans

Vietnam sets 2030 target to recycle 70 per cent of industrial waste

Distributors ready for E10 biofuel rollout

Energy progress anticipated if investors remain enticed

Green Growth September 15, 2025 | 16:51

Thai Nguyen emerges as a catalyst for Vietnam’s low-carbon future

Amid the global drive for sustainability, Thai Nguyen is emerging as a frontrunner in Vietnam’s shift to a low-carbon economy.

Green Growth September 15, 2025 | 16:18

C asean Vietnam advances sustainable careers with regional initiatives

C asean Vietnam highlights green careers at Hanoi forum, paving the way for talent development and regional sustainability growth.

Green Growth September 15, 2025 | 11:38

Vietnam pushes ahead with battery storage market plans

Experts meet in Hanoi as Vietnam steps up plans to build one of Southeast Asia’s largest battery storage markets.

Green Growth September 12, 2025 | 18:02

Vietnam sets 2030 target to recycle 70 per cent of industrial waste

Vietnam has approved a 2030 plan to boost its environmental industry, aiming to expand recycling, cut emissions, and support green growth.

Green Growth September 12, 2025 | 13:47

Distributors ready for E10 biofuel rollout

E10 biofuel is being hailed as a breakthrough in Vietnam’s roadmap for green energy development, but leaders remain cautious regarding the transition period.

Green Growth September 12, 2025 | 13:31

Energy progress anticipated if investors remain enticed

As Southeast Asia navigates its energy transition, the trio of offshore wind, battery storage, and green hydrogen emerges as game-changers.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

Next-gen factories ready to embrace global supply chains

Foreign homebuying policy offers potential boost

Property September 12, 2025 | 09:54

Next-gen factories ready to embrace global supply chains

As global supply chains continue to relocate rapidly, Vietnam’s warehouse and factory developers are responding by upgrading their technical capacity and construction standards.

Property September 10, 2025 | 15:00

Foreign homebuying policy offers potential boost

Vietnam’s gradual easing of regulations on foreign homeownership is raising hopes of major capital inflows, yet significant barriers still stand in the way.

Green Buildings September 10, 2025 | 10:00

Tan Thuan Tower open for high value-added and innovative tenants

Tan Thuan Tower launched on September 9, focusing on attracting high value-added and innovative industries.

Industrial Properties September 12, 2025 | 17:57

Thai Binh EZ emerges as key growth engine for Hung Yen

Thai Binh Economic Zone cements its role as a driver of growth and investment in Hung Yen.

Money

Insurance Smart Payment Trends Stock Monitor

Interest rates poised to ease slightly as credit growth accelerates

Vietnam eyes FTSE Emerging Market status at London event

Money September 15, 2025 | 14:53

Interest rates poised to ease slightly as credit growth accelerates

Lending rates may ease further next year, supported by stable funding costs and the prospect of US rate cuts.

Money September 15, 2025 | 11:31

Vietnam eyes FTSE Emerging Market status at London event

Vietcap and FTSE Russell will host the first-ever VAD London conference at the headquarters of the London Stock Exchange on September 18.

Insurance August 29, 2025 | 17:12

Insurers struggle to keep pace with EV rapid adoption

As EV adoption grows in Vietnam, insurers face more claims and limited data, putting pressure on pricing, policies, and market readiness.

Insurance August 28, 2025 | 16:21

Non-life insurance market in sees bright spots in H1 despite rising challenges

Vietnam's non-life insurance sector continues to expand, posting double-digit growth in the first half of 2025.

Smart Payment Trends September 12, 2025 | 10:37

VIB launches market-leading high cashback international debit card suite

VIB has launched a suite of debit cards offering up to 5 per cent cashback with no minimum spending requirement.

Smart Payment Trends September 10, 2025 | 11:45

iDepo VIB offers attractive interest rates and flexible transferability

VIB has updated its iDepo account service, a smart accumulation solution for short-term deposit needs, offering interest rates up to 6.2 per cent.

Infographics

Infographics August 15, 2025 | 15:12

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.

Infographics August 05, 2025 | 16:48

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.

Timeout

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Timeout September 05, 2025 | 11:21

Vietnam emerges as rising hub in Asia’s luxury wedding tourism

With its diverse natural landscapes, premium resort services, and the rising number of international billionaire celebrations, Vietnam is cementing its position as a luxurious and desirable venue for events of the global elite.

Timeout September 04, 2025 | 11:01

“Once Upon a reverie” wedding showcase at The Reverie Saigon

10 years not only marks a memorable milestone for The Reverie Saigon, but also a journey of creating timeless and unforgettable experiences with unique and exclusive architecture for every guest. ‘Once Upon A Reverie’ is a romantic prelude, a gift to couples seeking a wedding venue - a place where their real-life fairytale begins.

Timeout September 04, 2025 | 10:38

Forever begins at perfect spots in Vietnam

Hoteliers suggest some enticing options for lovebirds to celebrate their wedding in a special way.

Timeout August 15, 2025 | 14:56

Hai Phong’s fishing village named community-based tourism site

Viet Hai village in the Cat Hai special zone, the northern province of Hai Phong was announced on August 14 as a community-based tourism site under a decision by the municipal People’s Committee on June 19.

Hotels & Restaurants September 04, 2025 | 11:01

“Once Upon a reverie” wedding showcase at The Reverie Saigon

10 years not only marks a memorable milestone for The Reverie Saigon, but also a journey of creating timeless and unforgettable experiences with unique and exclusive architecture for every guest. ‘Once Upon A Reverie’ is a romantic prelude, a gift to couples seeking a wedding venue - a place where their real-life fairytale begins.

The Insider September 04, 2025 | 10:38

Forever begins at perfect spots in Vietnam

Hoteliers suggest some enticing options for lovebirds to celebrate their wedding in a special way.

Lifestyle August 08, 2025 | 09:00

Sheraton Saigon unveils artistic mooncake collection for 2025

The Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel has unveiled its 2025 mooncake collection, blending tradition and artistry.

Entertainment September 12, 2025 | 18:06

Showcase AC 2025 set to light up Hanoi stage

Nearly 500 audience members will gather at Cong Nhan Theatre on September 14 for Showcase AC 2025: Igniting the Flame.

Videos

FDI surge fuels new optimism for Vietnam’s economy

Vietnamese Party leader, US President talk bilateral ties, trade issues

Talkshow Media fuels standout brands

AI to add 120–130 billion USD to Vietnam's economy by 2040: report

PM celebrates groundbreaking of 300 mln USD tech hub in Hanoi

Hanoi invests in heritage conservation to foster sustainable tourism development

EU considers Vietnam trusted, prioritised partner in Asia-Pacific: Ambassador

PM welcomes Skoda Auto’s support for Vietnam’s automobile industry

PM calls for bold policies to drive education, healthcare development

Vietnam seeks French support for nuclear energy development

Expanding credit scale to support economic growth

Sports

Sports August 29, 2025 | 15:31

'Run For The Heart' to return to Ho Chi Minh City this September

Gamuda Land Vietnam will host Run For The Heart 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City on September 28.

Sports August 15, 2025 | 14:24

LION Championship 25 to feature title showdowns in Khanh Hoa

LION Championship 25 will take place at Cam Ranh Square in south-central Khanh Hoa province, at 20:00 on August 16.

Sports August 15, 2025 | 14:21

AFF Women’s Championship 2025: Vietnam defeat Thailand in tense showdown

Vietnam’s national women’s football team secured a dramatic 1–0 victory over Thailand on August 12, topping Group A to advance to the semifinals of the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Women’s Championship 2025.

Sports August 06, 2025 | 11:34

Hung Yen win National U11 Football Championship – Nestlé MILO Cup 2025

Hung Yen clinched their first National U11 Football Championship – Nestlé MILO Cup 2025 after a 1-0 victory over Bac Ninh on August 5.

Photos

Photos August 25, 2025 | 16:27

Jets and helicopters take to Hanoi skies ahead of National Day

Hanoi skies came alive on the morning of August 24 as aircraft rehearsed for the 80th National Day military parade.

Photos August 20, 2025 | 17:23

Vietnamese forces conduct large-scale rehearsals for National Day

Over 15,000 soldiers and a wide range of military equipment are rehearsing for Vietnam’s 80th National Day parade.

Photos June 06, 2025 | 12:02

Launch of the “Green Moments - Green Actions - Green Future” photography contest

The launch ceremony for the “Green Moments - Green Actions - Green Future” photography contest was held on June 5.

Photos April 30, 2025 | 11:00

Military parade held to celebrate National Reunification Day

The resolute footsteps of Vietnam’s military forces echoed through the streets and in the hearts of all those in attendance.

Photos April 28, 2025 | 18:40

Symbols of Ho Chi Minh City beneath the "Wings of Steel"

On April 25, the Air Defence – Air Force Service launched helicopter training flights over Ho Chi Minh City, featuring a powerful display of nationalism.

Society

Swing for the Kids CSR

New hospital facilities being inaugurated to mark 80th National Day

Hanoi flush with amenities as National Day nears

Investing August 18, 2025 | 16:39

New hospital facilities being inaugurated to mark 80th National Day

Two new facilities of the National Children’s Hospital and Central Maternity Hospital will be inaugurated on August 19 to mark Vietnam’s 80th National Day.

Society August 18, 2025 | 10:59

Hanoi flush with amenities as National Day nears

Hanoi has installed 612 mobile public toilets ahead of the September 2 National Day parade to ensure hygiene and urban order.

Swing for the Kids January 21, 2025 | 16:50

Supporting students in mountainous areas: from heart to heart

The Swing for the Kids scholarship fund has granted more than 21,000 scholarships for poor students and supported upgrades of learning facilities across Vietnam.

Swing for the Kids December 05, 2024 | 09:53

A journey of uplifting the future of children in remote areas

The "Winter of sharing love 2024" journey is a path that ignites hope and spreads warmth to the children in a remote part of Yen Bai province.

CSR September 11, 2025 | 10:29

C.P. Vietnam achieves goal of planting one million trees

CP Vietnam Corporation joined hands with Dong Thap Department of Agriculture and Environment on September 9 to launch a tree-planting initiative.

CSR September 05, 2025 | 16:47

Hundreds of students benefit from Japfa Vietnam scholarships

Japfa Vietnam has rolled out new education initiatives, providing scholarships and support for disadvantaged students.

World News

ADB, WB pledge over 12 billion USD for ASEAN power grid, renewable energy projects

Lowy Institute proposes AI-based tobacco control solutions for ASEAN

Cloud computing policy to position Malaysia as regional hub by 2030

Thailand, Cambodia suffer numerous cyber attacks

Vietnam sets sights on regional leadership on 30th ASEAN anniversary

CIMB Bank sharpens ASEAN strategy amid shifting global and regional currents

World News August 15, 2025 | 14:18

ADB, WB pledge over 12 billion USD for ASEAN power grid, renewable energy projects

The APGF is designed to provide financial backing for the ASEAN Power Grid (APG), a flagship initiative under the upcoming ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation 2026–2030. The APG aims to interconnect national grids to improve energy security, diversify supply sources, optimise resource use, and foster cross-border electricity trade in the region.

World News August 15, 2025 | 14:14

Lowy Institute proposes AI-based tobacco control solutions for ASEAN

Australia’s Lowy Institute has highlighted the importance of harmonising digital infrastructure among member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to enable effective deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) in tobacco control across a region which is home to 120 million smokers.

World News August 15, 2025 | 14:11

Cloud computing policy to position Malaysia as regional hub by 2030

The news agency quoted Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo as saying that the NCCP directly supports the objectives of MyDIGITAL and the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint by unlocking real economic potential, apart from providing a clear direction for the country’s digital transformation journey.

World News August 05, 2025 | 16:19