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LG Innotek selects DEEP C Haiphong 2 for $1 billion semiconductor project

By Son Dzung July 31, 2026 | 18:00

LG Innotek, a leading South Korean electronic components manufacturer, has selected DEEP C Haiphong 2 Industrial Park for the development of a semiconductor substrate manufacturing complex with a total investment reaching $1 billion. This will be LG Innotek’s first semiconductor manufacturing facility established outside South Korea.

Vietnam invites Swiss investors to join international financial centre

By Nguyen Huong July 31, 2026 | 14:57

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang has chaired a business dialogue in Zurich to promote Vietnam's investment opportunities in finance and high technology.

Bundle secures $5.5 million to back its launch in Vietnam, Singapore and Philippines

By Thanh Van July 31, 2026 | 14:54

UAE-based rewards startup Bundle announced on July 30 that it had raised $5.5 million in a pre-seed funding round to support its expansion into Vietnam, Singapore, and the Philippines.

Ho Chi Minh City's FIEs rise by 41 per cent over five years

By Minh Vu July 31, 2026 | 14:41

The number of foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs) operating in Ho Chi Minh City increased by 41 per cent over the past five years, the fastest growth among all business sectors, according to preliminary results of the city's 2026 Economic Census.

Economy needs 11.9 per cent growth in H2 to achieve 10 per cent GDP target for 2026

By Nguyen Huong July 31, 2026 | 14:38

Vietnam's economy will need to grow by around 11.9 per cent in the second half of 2026 to achieve the government's 10 per cent GDP growth target for the full year. However, this is not simply a matter of accelerating growth. It also requires keeping inflation under control, maintaining macroeconomic stability, and improving the quality of growth.

SCG reports stronger H1 results and reaffirms long-term commitment to Vietnam

By Thanh Van July 31, 2026 | 14:32

As Vietnam continues to attract manufacturing investment and accelerate its green transition, SCG says it will continue investing in advanced manufacturing, sustainability and workforce development alongside reporting stronger first-half results.

New data law pushes companies beyond compliance checklists

By Garen Ling July 31, 2026 | 14:00

Thales executive Garen Ling explains how Vietnam's data protection law pushes companies from compliance paperwork to real accountability.

Haiphong opens new growth frontier with $3.2 billion in investment

By Son Nga July 31, 2026 | 12:11

Haiphong has launched Vietnam's first free trade zone and secured new prime ministerial decisions to drive economic growth.

Ukko Renewable secures $50 million for Southeast Asia renewables

By Thanh Van July 31, 2026 | 11:44

Ukko Renewable has secured a $50 million debt facility to develop renewable energy projects across Southeast Asia, including Vietnam.

LOT Polish Airlines is set to launch Warsaw–Hanoi route

By Thanh Van July 31, 2026 | 11:22

LOT Polish Airlines has started selling tickets for direct flights from Warsaw to Hanoi, expanding its route network as interest in Asia continues to grow.

Dabaco reports a drop in net profit after tax in the first half of 2026

By Nguyen Kim July 31, 2026 | 11:08

Dabaco Vietnam Group reported net-profit after tax of VND289.12 billion ($7.5 million) in the second quarter of 2026, down 43 per cent on-year, as falling live pig prices eroded margins despite revenue growing 11.1 per cent to $170 million over the same period.