VET Exclusive
A new pillar in transcontinental trade
A rethink of railway logistics has begun amid the limitations in maritime transport posed by the latest Middle East crisis.
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.
Vietnam Today
Vietnamese, Japanese Prime Ministers hold talks in Hanoi
During their talks on May 2, the two PMs agreed on measures to raise Japanese investment in Vietnam to $5 billion per year and bring the bilateral trade turnover to $60 billion by 2030.
Vietnam’s logistics sector hit hard by Middle East conflict
The logistics sector is likely to bear the brunt of the fallout from the conflict in the Middle East.
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.
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.