Banking & Finance
Regulations on gold trading tightened
The maximum fine of up to VND400 million (approximately $15,200) will be applied following a new decree issued by the Government.
Vietnam Today
Hanoi targets economic growth of 11% in 2026
The capital's 2025 GRDP growing by 8.16%.
Investment
Construction of Vietnam's first high-speed railway expected to start by end-2026
The North-South high-speed railway is planned to span approximately 1,541 km from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City with a design speed of 350 km/h.
Hue city seeks investors for three social housing projects
Total investment capital estimated at VND4.4 trillion ($167 million).
Vietnam’s outstanding credit reaches $699 bln
The credit structure remains closely aligned with the country’s economic structure, effectively meeting the borrowing needs of both individuals and businesses.
HCMC to add 5 more metro lines under special policy framework
The investment roadmap for all five projects is slated for the medium-term periods of 2026–2030 and 2031–2035.
PM urges acceleration of Ca Mau – Dat Mui Expressway and sea-cross bridge linking to Hon Khoai island
The Ca Mau – Dat Mui Expressway spans over 80 km with four lanes and two emergency stopping lanes, featuring a design speed of 100 km/h.
Adjustment to component project of Bien Hoa - Vung Tau expressway approved
Total investment capital for the component project 3 of the expressway is estimated at over VND7.21 trillion ($274 million).
Vietnam Airlines adds more flights during New Year holiday
Travel demand forecast to surge remarkably during the upcoming New Year holiday.