Vietnam Today
Vietnam targets removal of EU ‘yellow card’ on IUU fishing in 2026
An acition plan has been issued to implement measures addressing recommendations made by the European Commission (EC).
Property
HCM City adds four housing projects eligible for foreign ownership
As of August 2026, the southern city has designated 148 commercial housing projects in which foreign individuals and organizations are eligible to own residential properties.
Biz Traveler
Vietnam rises to fourth among Asian destinations sought by European tourists
Vietnam also ranking among the three Asian destinations recording the fastest growth in interest among European travellers, according to a ranking recently released by digital travel platform Agoda.
A major skills gap in Vietnam's northern industrial parks
Industrial parks in Vietnam’s northern region are facing critical workforce shortfalls that require specific and comprehensive solutions and strategies.
Tax payments via e-Tax Mobile app rise 2.4-fold in 7M
Total value through the app during the period reaching VND45.018 trillion ($1.7 billion).
Nghe An to invest $1.1 bln in urban renovation
The renovation plan identifies 11 focus areas, with transportation infrastructure at the forefront.
Dong Nai accelerates construction of $460 mln road network for Long Thanh airport
These three projects, with a total investment of nearly $460 million, will facilitate a transportation network linking the airport to industrial zones and seaports, while significantly boosting logistics development in the southern city.
Vietnam - US agricultural trade growing over time
Agricultural trade between Vietnam and the US is rising every year and hitting record levels, with initiatives in place and on the way to broaden product offerings and expand access further.
Vietnam’s cashless payment transactions rise 34.3% in first half
The total number of cashless payment transactions exceeding 15 billion, with a combined value of more than VND190 quadrillion ($7.27 trillion)