Vietnam Investment Review

Vietnam key to Nestlé’s vision and strategy

Remy Ejel, CEO of Nestlé Zone AOA, spoke with VIR’s Oanh Linh about the company’s long-term vision for Vietnam and how its close collaboration with farmers and local communities continues to anchor its operations in the country.

VinFast to invest additional $500 million in India

VinFast will inject $500 million to secure industrial land for the expansion of its manufacturing facility in India.

The Privé sets the benchmark for luxury real estate

The Privé, developed by Dat Xanh, is redefining the standards of luxury real estate in Vietnam with its exclusivity, privacy, and uniqueness.

Vietnam steps up green transformation with strong policies and rising investment demand

Vietnam now has both the policy framework and strategic directions to accelerate sustainable development and accelerate the green energy transition.
Listed companies honoured for information transparency

Fifty listed companies with the highest standards of information transparency in 2025 were honoured at the 18th Vietnam Listed Company Awards.
Vietnam strengthens energy storage pathway

Vietnam sharpened its national energy storage roadmap this week as government leaders and industrial operators aligned on BESS deployment.

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports reach $7.8 billion in first 11 months

Vietnam shapes next-generation carbon market

PM urges Ho Chi Minh City to innovate and remain Vietnam’s economic locomotive

Experts chart Vietnam's digital finance path: high hopes, high stakes

Foreign-invested enterprises export $295.6 billion in January-October

The export turnover of foreign-invested enterprises in the first 10 months of 2025 reached $295 billion, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

Bespoke policies to fast-track key developments in Hanoi

The National Assembly Standing Committee is reviewing a draft resolution that would grant Hanoi mechanisms to expedite major public and private ventures.

Vietnam targets higher value chains as global production reshapes

Experts have noted that the strong restructuring of global supply chains is creating new growth opportunities for Vietnam's supporting industries.

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Media OutReach Newswire

Takeda continues health equity efforts across Asia-Pacific

Corporate December 08, 2025 | 13:00

Takeda continues health equity efforts across Asia-Pacific

With the mission of creating better health for a brighter future, Takeda has advanced continuous efforts to deliver equitable healthcare for diverse needs.

M&A December 08, 2025 | 11:16

Expansions in healthcare more likely

Vietnam’s healthcare sector closed 2025 with robust merger and acquisition (M&A) momentum.

CEO Talk December 08, 2025 | 10:31

Outlook in M&A solid for Singapore

As Vietnam emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic rising economies, Singapore has consistently ranked as one of its top investors, contributing substantial foreign direct investment to the country.

Biz Link December 06, 2025 | 12:12

Ardingly College and KNI join forces in boarding education

Khoi Nguyen Investment Group and Ardingly College International have agreed to establish a British-style boarding school in Vietnam.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong

When infrastructure shapes the flow of capital in logistics

M&A December 08, 2025 | 11:08

Fundamentals required for M&A wins

Japanese investors are taking meaningful, strategic steps in the Vietnamese market towards a long-term presence in the market.

Investing December 08, 2025 | 10:39

When infrastructure shapes the flow of capital in logistics

Vietnam is entering into its most ambitious phase of public investment in a decade, with major infrastructure projects such as the North–South Expressway, Long Thanh International Airport, and the Can Gio and Lien Chieu seaports.

M&A December 08, 2025 | 11:16

Expansions in healthcare more likely

Vietnam’s healthcare sector closed 2025 with robust merger and acquisition (M&A) momentum.

Outbound Investment December 05, 2025 | 13:52

VinFast to invest additional $500 million in India

VinFast will inject $500 million to secure industrial land for the expansion of its manufacturing facility in India.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Vilasia

Opportunities reshaped by disciplined capital aspects

Fresh M&A cycle ahead as reforms begin to take effect

KPMG December 08, 2025 | 10:05

Opportunities reshaped by disciplined capital aspects

Across Southeast Asia, dealmaking remained relatively subdued for much of 2025, as tighter financial conditions, valuation gaps, regulatory uncertainty and geopolitical risks tempered investor sentiment.

M&A December 08, 2025 | 08:00

Fresh M&A cycle ahead as reforms begin to take effect

Dealmaking seems to be on the rise in the Vietnamese market. Prof. Dr. Andreas Stoffers of the FOM University and Quynh Nguyen, an M&A, IPO, and fundraising consultant from the Hoa Sen University, highlighted the significant developments aimed at attracting international transactions to Vietnam.

KPMG December 08, 2025 | 10:05

Opportunities reshaped by disciplined capital aspects

Across Southeast Asia, dealmaking remained relatively subdued for much of 2025, as tighter financial conditions, valuation gaps, regulatory uncertainty and geopolitical risks tempered investor sentiment.

PwC December 02, 2025 | 17:10

Vietnam advances ESG in finance while critical data gaps remain

Despite the Vietnamese financial sector's early momentum in integrating ESG, gaps in data, governance, and analytics remain critical challenges.

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

October 20, 2025 | 11:24

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.

October 09, 2025 | 08:00

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.

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

Green Growth

Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF

Nestlé Vietnam pioneers sustainable development and promotes business connections

Vietnam’s forest carbon credits draw global interest

Coro Energy to launch BESS Pilot in Vietnam

Vietnam strengthens energy storage pathway

Women take leading role in agriculture and food systems

Experts highlight unpaid care work as key barrier to gender equality

Green Growth December 06, 2025 | 12:09

Nestlé Vietnam pioneers sustainable development and promotes business connections

Nestlé Vietnam is affirming its role in responsible business practices and fostering stronger connections within the business community.

Green Growth December 05, 2025 | 17:41

Vietnam’s forest carbon credits draw global interest

Vietnam’s forest carbon market is growing, with new legal frameworks and international interest shaping the country’s carbon credit landscape.

Investing December 04, 2025 | 15:12

Coro Energy to launch BESS Pilot in Vietnam

Coro Energy PLC has signed a deal with Mobile World Group (MWG) for the delivery of a co-located Battery Energy Storage System Pilot (BESS Pilot).

Green Growth December 04, 2025 | 15:05

Vietnam strengthens energy storage pathway

Vietnam sharpened its national energy storage roadmap this week as government leaders and industrial operators aligned on BESS deployment.

Green Growth December 03, 2025 | 19:04

Women take leading role in agriculture and food systems

Women are shaping Vietnam’s farming sector, contributing to innovation, productivity, and sustainable development.

Green Growth December 03, 2025 | 15:15

Experts highlight unpaid care work as key barrier to gender equality

Unpaid care work remains a blind spot in Vietnam’s gender equality efforts, experts say at an international conference.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

Property December 08, 2025 | 11:32

Real estate deals boom via high-profile names

The Vietnamese real estate merge and acquisition (M&A) market in 2025 recorded significant growth, marking a positive shift after a prolonged downturn.

Property December 08, 2025 | 08:00

Industrial segment shaped by M&As

2025 has been another remarkable year for the real estate sector, particularly in the industrial segment.

Green Buildings December 04, 2025 | 18:30

AkzoNobel showcases the future of sustainable façade architecture

AkzoNobel took part in the ZAK World of Façades conference on November 26 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Industrial Properties November 28, 2025 | 15:22

Becamex – Binh Phuoc drives sustainable industrial growth

Becamex – Binh Phuoc Industrial Park aims to enhance investment opportunities and foster sustainable industrial growth in Vietnam.

Money

Insurance Smart Payment Trends Stock Monitor

Foreign funds accumulate consumer stocks in Vietnam

Listed companies honoured for information transparency

Money December 08, 2025 | 11:36

Foreign funds accumulate consumer stocks in Vietnam

Foreign investors recorded several net buying sessions over the past fortnight in Vietnam, including two sessions with net inflows of more than $24 million each, while consumer stocks have emerged as a key focus for overseas funds.

Money December 06, 2025 | 11:59

Listed companies honoured for information transparency

Fifty listed companies with the highest standards of information transparency in 2025 were honoured at the 18th Vietnam Listed Company Awards.

Insurance December 01, 2025 | 11:00

Manulife to sell MVI Life to Japan’s Asahi Mutual Life

Manulife is set to sell MVI Life, formerly Aviva Vietnam, to Asahi Life, allowing it to focus fully on its core business in Vietnam.

Insurance November 20, 2025 | 14:25

QBE Vietnam: 20-year journey of building trust and enabling resilience

QBE Vietnam has established itself as one of the most reputable and trusted international insurance companies in the Vietnamese market.

Smart Payment Trends December 05, 2025 | 17:35

Visa brings tap-to-ride payments to Hanoi Metro Line 2A

Visa’s contactless payment solution is now live on Hanoi’s Metro Line 2A, following its rollout on Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1.

Smart Payment Trends December 03, 2025 | 19:12

Cross-border QR payments launched for Chinese tourists

A new cross-border QR payment service aims to offer seamless transactions for tourists while boosting trade and financial connectivity between Vietnam and China.

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

Travel Hotels & Restaurants The Insider Entertainment Lifestyle

Timeout December 05, 2025 | 13:47

Vietjet launches daily Manila flights to celebrate year-end festive peak season

Vietjet is launching daily flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Manila from December 19 to celebrate the year-end festive season.

Timeout December 01, 2025 | 17:00

Phu Tho emerges as northern Vietnam’s new tourism hub

With its rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and new development opportunities, Phu Tho province is attracting both domestic and international visitors.

Timeout December 01, 2025 | 09:49

Vietjet completes Airbus A320/A321 updates ahead of deadline

Vietjet's A320/A321 aircraft have received urgent updates, finishing hours ahead of schedule and reinforcing the airline’s safety and reliability.

Timeout November 28, 2025 | 15:24

Vietjet resumes Con Dao flights from early December

Vietjet will restart its Con Dao services from December, adding more daily flights and offering flexible fares for travellers.

Hotels & Restaurants December 06, 2025 | 11:37

Royal Capital Group appoints new managing director

Royal Capital Group has announced the appointment of Sven A. Saebel as its managing director.

The Insider November 19, 2025 | 16:00

GG Corporation unveils global-facing Living Heritage initiative

GG Corporation has launched Living Heritage to honour the humanistic values, spirit, and knowledge nurtured and shared by the global Vietnamese community.

Lifestyle December 06, 2025 | 12:10

The Rhythm of Blues – Colours of the Year 2026

AkzoNobel announced The Rhythm of Blues as the Colours of the Year 2026 on December 5.

Entertainment December 03, 2025 | 18:59

Fusion launches festive wellness and dining packages in Vietnam

Wellness hotel brand Fusion launches holiday-season packages and Fusionlife benefits for travellers in Vietnam.

Videos

VIR to Host Forum on Innovation-Led Sustainable Development

Talkshow: Vietnam-Japan Relations: New Drivers, New Heights

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

Sports

Sports December 01, 2025 | 16:56

Ho Chi Minh City students shine in record-setting martial arts showcase

60,000 students from 165 schools in Ho Chi Minh City have participated in a record-breaking Vovinam martial arts music performance.

Sports November 18, 2025 | 15:20

Herbalife Vietnam supports Vietnam Olympic Committee with nutrition and training

Herbalife Vietnam and the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) have held an advanced sports nutrition and performance workshop for coaches and performance experts.

Sports November 15, 2025 | 16:00

Herbalife and VFF host advanced sports nutrition training for coaches

Herbalife Vietnam and the VFF held an advanced sports nutrition training in Hanoi to help coaches and specialists enhance player performance and recovery.

Sports October 28, 2025 | 17:41

Hanoi High School Student Football Tournament kicks off

The 24th Hanoi High School Student Football Tournament – Capital Security Newspaper Cup 2025, Number 1 Active Cup kicked off on October 26.

Photos

Photos November 22, 2025 | 11:24

Latest images from Long Thanh International Airport

Long Thanh Airport is ahead of schedule to ensure operations can begin by December this year.

Photos November 19, 2025 | 15:44

CEO talkshow spotlights industrial park investment trends

Nearly 100 leaders and experts discussed investment trends and modern industrial park development at Phu My 3 on November 14.

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.

Society

Swing for the Kids CSR

Protect what’s next: towards a future free from meningococcal group B disease

New ILO report offers policy recommendations for disability inclusion

Society December 05, 2025 | 18:00

Protect what’s next: towards a future free from meningococcal group B disease

The School of Preventive Medicine and Public Health has held a seminar titled “Journey towards a Vietnam free from meningococcal group B disease”.

Society December 04, 2025 | 15:18

New ILO report offers policy recommendations for disability inclusion

A new ILO assessment highlights policies to advance inclusion and sustainable employment for persons with disabilities nationwide.

Swing for the Kids November 16, 2025 | 10:00

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.

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.

CSR December 04, 2025 | 15:11

Vietnam receives emergency international relief as regional flooding intensifies

Vietnam is continuing to receive emergency international relief as severe flooding wreaks havoc across the region.

CSR December 02, 2025 | 16:46

AmCham scholarships awarded to students

The American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Ho Chi Minh City has awarded scholarships to 60 university students.

World News

AWS unveils major AI innovations at re:Invent 2025

Japanese embassy marks 20 years of Japan-ASEAN bond market support

Vietnam leads ASEAN in consumer optimism

CPTPP ministers convene council meeting in Melbourne, launch new accession talks

Flu wave hits Southeast Asia, highlighting gaps in protection for the elderly

72 nations sign landmark Hanoi cybercrime convention

World News December 04, 2025 | 19:06

AWS unveils major AI innovations at re:Invent 2025

Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced a wave of new AI innovations on December 2 at its annual re:Invent conference in Las Vegas.

World News December 02, 2025 | 16:57

Japanese embassy marks 20 years of Japan-ASEAN bond market support

Japan and Vietnam celebrated two decades of JAFTA technical assistance on November 28, supporting the growth of Vietnam’s bond and securities markets.

World News November 26, 2025 | 15:58

Vietnam leads ASEAN in consumer optimism

Vietnam continues to lead the region in consumer optimism, according to the sixth edition of the ASEAN Consumer Sentiment Study (ACSS).

World News November 22, 2025 | 11:33

CPTPP ministers convene council meeting in Melbourne, launch new accession talks

Ministers at the ninth CPTPP meeting agreed to advance new accession talks as Vietnam prepares to assume the 2026 chairmanship with key priorities.

World News November 06, 2025 | 12:13

Flu wave hits Southeast Asia, highlighting gaps in protection for the elderly

The intensified rainy season is fuelling transmission and creating ideal conditions for the virus to spread.

World News October 26, 2025 | 18:00

72 nations sign landmark Hanoi cybercrime convention

The UN’s cybercrime convention concluded in Hanoi with 72 countries signing on to strengthen global cooperation against digital threats.