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Suntory’s first female CEO shares how the company shapes a sustainable, inclusive future

Vietnam News Economy - Sat, 04/05/2025 - 11:26
In an exclusive interview with Việt Nam News on her recent visit to Việt Nam, Suntory Beverage & Food’s CEO Makiko Ono reflects on her inspiring journey to the top.

Vietnamese contractors aim for global stage with mega projects

Vietnam News Economy - Sat, 04/05/2025 - 09:50
Việt Nam’s construction sector is pushing to deliver more mega, world-class projects, boosting its global reputation and ushering the nation into a new era – the era of the nation's rise.

Việt Nam’s nuclear comeback powers the future

Vietnam News Economy - Sat, 04/05/2025 - 08:52
The revival of the project signals Việt Nam's shift towards energy diversification to meet rising electricity demand, while honouring its carbon reduction commitments.

Experts urge caution over proposed sugary drink tax in Việt Nam

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 22:53
At a forum on SCT held in Hà Nội on April 4, hosted by the Việt Nam Beer–Alcohol–Beverage Association (VBA), concerns were raised that a sudden imposition of the tax could deliver a “shock” to producers, disrupt business operations, and burden consumers.

Tuyên Quang calls for OVs, businesses to expand investment

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 22:39
Tuyên Quang has actively engaged with overseas Vietnamese through international outreach, business networking, and collaboration with the Vietnam business association abroad.

Hưng Yên's leader commits full support to US investors

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 21:12
Secretary of the Hưng Yên provincial Party Committee Nguyễn Hữu Nghĩa promised full support in terms of land access, taxation, and legal procedures to US firms eager to invest in the province, at a working session with US Ambassador to Việt Nam Marc E. Knapper on April 4.

Market extends decline as VN-Index slips closer to 1,210 points

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 20:16
At the close of trading on the Hồ Chí Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the VN-Index fell by 19.17 points, or 1.56 per cent, to end at 1,210.67 points.

Taxing times

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 20:04
The US has imposed a 46 per cent tariff on Vietnamese goods, significantly impacting textiles, footwear, and seafood. With Vietnam's export market to the US, accounting for nearly 30 per cent of its total turnover, businesses are facing rising costs and competitive disadvantages. While the government has responded swiftly with plans to negotiate a better tariff rate, companies adjust their strategies as they await further discussions.

Taxing time

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 20:04
The US has imposed a 46 per cent tariff on Vietnamese goods, significantly impacting textiles, footwear, and seafood. With Vietnam's export market to the US, accounting for nearly 30 per cent of its total turnover, businesses are facing rising costs and competitive disadvantages. While the government has responded swiftly with plans to negotiate a better tariff rate, companies adjust their strategies as they await further discussions.

Standard Chartered Group Chief Executive’s visit underscores the bank’s long-term commitment to Việt Nam

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 16:42
On his visit, the senior executive of Standard Chartered called on Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính, as well as leaders of Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Việt Nam

Manulife and World Economic Forum unveil ‘Innovating for Asia’s Demographic Future Challenge’

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 16:09
The initiative invites start-ups, innovators and changemakers to submit solutions focused on enhancing long-term financial resilience, well-being and fulfilment throughout multi-stage lives in Asia, particularly in terms of a rapidly ageing society, with prizes for the best ideas.

Vĩnh Phúc earns over $2.2 billion from electronic components in Q1/2025

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 15:02
The electronics sector now accounts for around 60 per cent of all industrial projects in the province's industrial parks, with over 200 active ventures.

Việt Nam establishes task force to proactively adapt to US economic, trade policies

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 14:19
Deputy Prime Minister, Bùi Thanh Sơn, will serve as the head of the task force, with the Minister of Industry and Trade acting as the deputy.

Import-export turnover through Móng Cái border gate up 45 per cent in Q1

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 13:53
Móng Cái International Border Gate is a primary border gate connecting Việt Nam's Móng Cái City and China's Dongxing City.

Việt Nam's foreign investment surges 35% in Q1

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 13:36
Foreign investment disbursement grew 7 per cent year-on-year, reaching nearly $4.96 billion in the period. This increase underscores sustained confidence from international investors, reaffirming Việt Nam's position as a key investment destination.

HCM City economy grows at fastest pace in five years

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 12:07
Việt Nam’s largest economic hub, HCM City, is seeing a robust economic recovery, with its Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) rising over 7.5 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter, marking the highest growth rate since 2020.

Việt Nam to launch KRX trading system on May 5

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 12:01
The KRX system is currently in its final testing phase before full implementation. During this period, securities firms are conducting simulated trading sessions as if on a normal trading day.

Hà Nội keeps CPI well under control

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 12:01
The CPI for the first quarter of 2025 increased by 2.75 per cent compared to the same period last year, indicating that inflation remains well under control.

Positive credit helps drive economic growth

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 11:57
As of March 20, outstanding loans reached nearly VNĐ15.93 quadrillion, up 1.98 per cent compared to the end of 2024 and up 17.60 per cent compared to the same period in 2024.

HCM City’s ambitious innovative start-up plans

Vietnam News Economy - Fri, 04/04/2025 - 10:34
HCM City aims to have 5,000 new innovative start-ups by 2030 and develop its start-up ecosystem, a conference organised by the HCM City Department of Science and Technology on April 3 heard.

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