Business
Hai Phong targets 13–14% annual growth through 2030
The northern port city has approved its socio-economic development plan for the 2026–2030 period with a target of two-digit annual growth rate.
Investment
Dien Bien attracts over $9.9 billion in investment commitments at conference
The province's 2026 Investment Promotion Conference held on May 11 under the theme “Dien Bien: A Strategic Destination for Investment".
Property
Social housing development accelerated as urban affordability pressures mount
40 new social housing projects launched in the first four months of 2026 with nearly 37,000 apartments.
PM approves master plan for Quang Yen Coastal Economic Zone through 2050
Under the approved plan, the 13,300 ha project is envisioned as a multi-sector, modern, green, and smart maritime economic hub.
Hanoi and Yamanashi Prefecture (Japan) promote cooperation in green development
Yamanashi Prefecture (Japan) is recognized for its strong advantages in green development as well as hydrogen technology, which aligns well with Hanoi’s development orientation.
Small Modular Reactors: Strategic Solutions for Vietnam's Energy Security
The "Small Modular Reactors: Strategic Solutions for Vietnam's Energy Security" conference held on May 11 in Hanoi brought together global nuclear leaders and top Vietnamese corporations to forge a sustainable roadmap for the nation's clean energy transition.
Transnational gambling and money laundering network worth $86 mln dismantled
According to Ha Tinh Police in central Vietnam, the ring operated under a strictly hierarchical model, consisting of one primary partner and over 1,000 first- and second-tier agents nationwide.
Ha Tinh approves establishment of new industrial cluster
The central province's Lac Thien Industrial Cluster covering 30ha with a total investment of more than VND267 billion ($10.3 million).
Thanh Son airport master plan in Khanh Hoa province approved
The airport is expected to meet ICAO 4C standards and handle around 3 million passengers per year.