Netherlands supports Vietnam’s ambition to become semiconductor hub
Vietnam's semiconductor ambitions are gaining traction as the country positions itself as a potential manufacturing and innovation hub in Asia, drawing on strong global partnerships, especially with leading technology nations such as the Netherlands, to strengthen its local supply chain.
Vietnam’s semiconductor leap: turning vision into global leadership
The Vietnam Semiconductor Industry Exhibition 2025 (SemiExpo Vietnam 2025) opened on November 7, marking an important milestone in Vietnam’s journey towards high-tech integration and global innovation.
Vietnam’s semiconductor ascent amid trillion-dollar global industry boom
As Vietnam steps deeper into the global semiconductor race, experts say the country's strategic clarity, talent investment, and growing international partnerships are setting it apart.
KBC, AIC, and VietinBank sign MoU to develop $2 billion data centre
Kinh Bac City Development Holding Corporation has signed an MoU with Accelerated Infrastructure Capital (AIC) and VietinBank to jointly develop a 200MW AI data centre in Tan Phu Trung Industrial Park, Ho Chi Minh City.
Infrastructure boom paves the way for Hung Yen’s transformation
Major arterial roads being launched and upgraded are creating new space and momentum for Hung Yen province's rapid, sustainable development.
FDI disbursement highest in last five years
Foreign direct investment (FDI) disbursement was estimated at $21.3 billion in the first 10 months, up 8.8 per cent on-year, the highest value for a ten-month period in the past five years.
Major tax law amendments to simplify rules and support economic growth
Major amendments to tax laws are set to modernize administration, adjust personal income tax thresholds, and ensure fairness reform and transparency in line with economic goals.
ODA funds slow in disbursement
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang has said that many projects have reached the end of their official development aid (ODA) loan agreements but have not fully disbursed the funds, leaving constructions unfinished and forcing them to seek other funding sources.
First UK-Vietnam Business Summit held in Ho Chi Minh City
Renewable energy, environmental, social, and governance (ESG), and a roadmap for developing an International Financial Centre were key pillars of discussion from more than 200 high-level leaders, entrepreneurs, and senior managers from leading British and Vietnamese companies at the first UK-Vietnam Business Summit held on ...
Banks brace for liquidity pressure amid year-end credit rush
As Vietnam’s financial system enters the year-end credit surge, banks are facing tighter liquidity amid global headwinds. Nguyen Duc Huy, sector lead analyst at VIS Rating, spoke with VIR’s Hong Dung about how the sector is managing funding costs and maintaining stability.
Banks see strong Q3 profits on surging forex trading
Banks recorded solid third-quarter earnings, with strong gains from foreign exchange trading helping cushion the impact of slower credit growth.
Mitsubishi Power to upgrade boiler equipment at O Mon 1 Thermal Power Plant
Mitsubishi Power has received a contract to support an oil-to-natural gas fuel conversion project at O Mon 1 Thermal Power Plant in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho.
Tether to advance blockchain-powered digital governance and infrastructure in Danang
Tether has signed an MoU with Danang People's Committee to promote the development of digital infrastructure and innovative governance models in the city.
Standard Chartered Foundation invests $6 million to boost youth employability
Standard Chartered Foundation on November 6 announced a $6 million investment to create and fund programmes that will help young people in Singapore and ASEAN secure employment and improve their long-term economic prospects.
Indonesia's Sari Murni acquires Bibica from PAN Group
PT Sari Murni Abadi (SMA) has signed an agreement with The PAN Group JSC concerning a strategic investment plan in Bibica, one of the leading snack and confectionery companies in Vietnam.




