Vietnam Today
Construction of Da Nang’s Lien Chieu Container Terminal starts
The designed capacity of the port in the central city is 5.7 million TEU per year.
Business
Da Nang accelerates plan to attract investors to its free trade zone
Key priorities include completing the governance and operational framework, building a database of strategic investors, and accelerating infrastructure development.
Investment
HCMC aims to become a regional and global logistics hub
On the upcoming April 30 holiday, HCMC will commence two landmark logistics projects, Cai Mep Ha General and Container Port and Can Gio International Transshipment Port.
Forum on clean energy transition held
By 2030, Vietnam’s share of renewable energy (excluding large hydropower) is expected to reach 28–36% of installed capacity. By 2050, it is projected to increase to 74–75%, according to the Power Development Plan VIII.
Labor migration on the rise within ASEAN
Intra-bloc migrant labor is a key feature of the ASEAN labor market.
ESG drives demand for green factory rentals in Vietnam
A survey reveals that "sustainability" is now among the top three criteria for businesses when selecting commercial real estate.
Vietnam becomes second largest smartphone exporter to US: Canalys
Vietnam's share of smartphone exports to the US in Q2 rose to 30%.
Thanh Hoa-Houaphanh border trade reaches nearly $385 mln
Key exports from Thanh Hoa include construction materials (iron, steel, cement, bricks), consumer goods, gasoline, and machinery and equipment.
Pilot program proposed for commercial activities on Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien metro line
Integrating commercial and service spaces into metro stations is a key solution for creating new retail hubs and driving urban economic growth.