Digital Biz
Digital tech sector revenue hits $23.6 bln in April 2026
The digital sector's economic impact remains robust, with export turnover for digital products reaching $20.296 million, a 39.6% surge.
Business
Six cooperation agreements between Vietnam and Japan signed
The agreements have been signed as part of the official visit to Vietnam by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae from May 1-3.
Business
Pressure on Vietnam’s growth targets
Vietnam’s growth targets for this year and beyond are at significant threat from the conflict in the Middle East.
New decrees effective in May 2026
Under a new Government Decree, E-cigarette smokers shall be fined up to VND5 million.
A new industrial park approved in central Ha Tinh province
The IP, covering 198ha, requiring an estimated investment capital of about VND3.02 trillion ($115 million).
Real estate businesses in face of buffeting
A host of factors, both emerging and longstanding, have been buffeting construction and real estate companies in the opening months of 2026.
HCMC breaks ground on massive projects, paving the way for 'mega-city' status
The Metro Line No. 2 (Ben Thanh – Thu Thiem section), located in the new Thu Thiem urban area, has a total investment of nearly VND46.3 trillion ($1.73 billion).
$2.5 bln to be invested in metro line linking HCMC and Long Thanh Airport
Scheduled for implementation between 2026 and 2030, the project will include a comprehensive system of stations, depots, and auxiliary facilities and is expected to be carried out under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
Decree on import duty cuts to 0% for certain fuel products takes effect until June 30
Under a newly-issued resolution of the Government, the validity of Decree No. 72/2026/ND-CP, which lowers preferential import duty rates on selected fuel products and raw materials to 0%, is extended until the end of June 30 this year.