Business
Vietnam’s trade turnover tops $394bln by mid-May
FDI sector dominating both import and export value.
Investment
$1.2bln expressway proposed to link Noi Bai, Bac Ninh and Chi Linh
The 68-km expressway will stretch from the Noi Bai–Lao Cai Expressway to Ring Road 5, passing through Hanoi, Bac Ninh Province, and Hai Phong City.
Digital Biz
Vietnam climbs to record 50th in Global Startup Ecosystem Rankings
Vietnam’s innovation startup ecosystem continues to improve significantly in both ranking and growth rate, according to the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Index.
VINSO opens advanced testing laboratory to support Vietnam’s manufacturing sector
The new 2,000-square-meter facility in Hung Yen is expected to strengthen local testing capabilities and support growing demand from Vietnam’s automotive, electronics, and industrial sectors.
For deeper integration of domestic enterprises into FDI-led supply chains
Despite being recognized as a key pillar of development, Vietnamese enterprises still have a tough time joining the supply chains of foreign enterprises.
Quang Tri considers $95 mln investment for two solar power plants
Proposed for the central province's Dong Trach Commune, the two projects represent a combined investment of approximately VND2.5 trillion (approx. $95 million).
A key venue for understanding between policemakers and businesses
The Vietnam Connect Forum has become a key venue for bringing government, authorities, and businesses together to discuss issues of concern.
Samsung’s 4 subsidiaries in Vietnam generate $17.7bln in Q1 revenue
They posting a net profit of $1.3 billion.
Techmart 2026 opens in HCM City
Featured sectors including green energy, environmental treatment, ESG monitoring and management, and sustainable materials technology.