

Over 2.54 bln USD raised through government bond auctions
The government bond market experienced a significant boost in March, with 15 successful auctions conducted by the State Treasury through the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX).

Private sector encouraged to join major national programmes, projects
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on April 2 highlighted the importance of encouraging the development of the private sector, and creating favourable conditions and assigning tasks for private businesses to participate in major national programmes and projects.

Proposed VAT reduction expected to boost consumption, businesses' growth
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has proposed a 2% reduction in value-added tax (VAT) from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026, expanding eligibility to include fuel, petroleum, and certain technology products and services. Experts have believed the measure will stimulate consumption, support businesses, and ...

Central bank required to consider proposals on Basel III application
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to consider commercial banks’ proposals on implementing Basel III international banking standards.

Viet Nam urges Belgium to soon ratify EVIPA
Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son called on Belgium to soon ratify the EU-Viet Nam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA).

Vietnam Airlines launches new Bangkok - Da Nang route
Manager of Vietnam Airlines’ Thailand branch Ngo Tri Hung said that the new Bangkok – Da Nang route marks a bold step of the airline in linking the two vibrant and promising tourism markets, helping bolster tourism cooperation between the two countries.

ASEAN opens doors for Danish businesses
Vietnamese Ambassador to Denmark Luong Thanh Nghi reiterated Vietnam’s and ASEAN’s shared dedication to improving the investment climate, ensuring the region remains a prime destination for global businesses, including those from Denmark.

Vietnam strengthens position as attractive destination for FDI capital
According to the National Statistics Office, total registered FDI in Vietnam reached nearly 6.9 billion USD in the first two months of 2025, or a 35.5% increase as compared to the same time last year. Disbursed capital was estimated at 2.95 billion USD, up 5.4% ...

State Bank flexible and harmonious in managing exchange rates
Since the beginning of the year, the VND/USD exchange rate has undergone significant fluctuations, with an overall upward trend. Amid increasing pressure from international markets on the domestic market, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has had to adjust the central exchange rate multiple times ...

Vietnam’s garment-textile industry stitching a greener, smarter future
Supported by 17 next-generation free trade agreements (FTAs) already in effect, the industry is poised for further growth, targeting 48 billion USD in export revenue this year.

PM urges completion of North-South expressways by year-end
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested the completion of expressways from the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang to the southernmost province of Ca Mau by this year’s end.

Vietnam develops roadmap for establishing international financial centre
Speaking at a conference on creating a financial centre in Vietnam on March 28, Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang said Vietnam is “on the brink of a golden opportunity” to establish itself as a key player in the global financial arena.

Deputy PM requests investigation into record high pork prices
Pork prices reach as high as 80,000 VND (3.14 USD) per kilogramme in some localities, which is the highest level in the last five years.

Binh Dinh approves 62 investment projects worth over 9 billion USD
With a sound investment climate, Binh Dinh has become an attractive destination for investors, positioning itself as one of the most dynamic economic hubs in the country, and a leading development province in the region.

Vietnam attends WTO session on removing technical barriers to trade
A Vietnamese delegation is taking part in the regular session of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Committee on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT Committee) in Geneva, Switzerland from March 25-28.