VinFast expands electric vehicle infrastructure across Middle East markets
August 19, 2026 | 11:09
Electric vehicle maker VinFast partnered with regional distributors, charging providers, and service networks on 18 August 2026 to expand Middle Eastern commercial operations.
AMRO upgrades Vietnam growth forecast to 7.5 per cent
July 28, 2026 | 20:05
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) has upgraded Vietnam's economic growth forecast for 2026 to 7.5 per cent.
ADB maintains Vietnam's growth outlook amid Southeast Asia downgrades
July 10, 2026 | 14:48
The ADB has trimmed Southeast Asia's growth outlook but held Vietnam steady, with Middle East energy shocks weighing on the region.
Manufacturing sector ends the first half of 2026 on a positive note
July 01, 2026 | 15:39
Growth was maintained in the Vietnamese manufacturing sector in June amid solid gains in new orders and an easing of inflationary pressures.
Southeast Asia needs to tackle energy security vulnerabilities amid Strait of Hormuz crisis
June 18, 2026 | 15:51
Southeast Asian governments are taking steps to strengthen energy security, but bolder action and stronger regional cooperation will be necessary as energy demand continues to grow strongly
AMRO revises Vietnam 2026 GDP forecast to 7.2 per cent
June 03, 2026 | 17:36
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) has revised the 2026 GDP forecast for Vietnam down to 7.2 per cent from 7.4 per cent in its interim update to the regional economic outlook on June 2.
Singapore and Vietnam seek to enhance supply chain resilience
May 29, 2026 | 15:58
Singapore and Vietnam seek to strengthen supply chain resilience, safeguard open trade and energy flows, and deepen regional economic cooperation amid rising global uncertainties and tensions in the Middle East.
Manufacturing firms face falling orders as costs climb to 15-year peak
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.
Vietnam remains top EU investment destination despite global headwinds
April 16, 2026 | 10:00
European businesses continue to rank Vietnam as their preferred investment destination, the latest EuroCham Business Confidence Index shows.
BSR secures three months of crude supply for Dung Quat refinery
April 14, 2026 | 17:01
Dung Quat refinery has secured crude oil supply for three months amid Middle East tensions.
Fuel imports rise in first quarter amid global market volatility
April 13, 2026 | 15:59
Fuel imports have risen sharply in the first quarter amid global energy market volatility.
World Bank forecasts Vietnam GDP growth of 6.3 per cent
April 10, 2026 | 12:17
The World Bank Group’s April 8 EAP Economic Update forecasts Vietnam is expected to grow by 6.3 per cent in 2026, supported by strong public and private investment, and sustained FDI inflows.
Manufacturers see strongest rise in selling prices in 15 years
April 01, 2026 | 13:18
The war in the Middle East caused a marked acceleration in the rate of input cost inflation in the Vietnamese manufacturing sector during March.
ASEAN countries exposed by Middle East oil dependence
March 23, 2026 | 17:18
ASEAN countries are vulnerable to supply chain disruptions due to their heavy dependence on crude oil imports from the Middle East.
Middle East conflict sends ripple effects across Vietnam's economy
March 20, 2026 | 11:19
Retail fuel prices have been raised twice in three days amid Middle East turmoil, as energy security measures are being prioritised by the government.
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