Tag: Vietnam

Vietnam seen as a strategic market for Italy in ASEAN

Vietnam seen as a strategic market for Italy in ASEAN

In the context of constantly shifting global trade, Italy's recognition of Vietnam as a leading strategic market in ASEAN not only opens up opportunities for trade cooperation but also promotes sustainable and long-term bilateral economic relations, according to H.E. Ms. Alessandra Tognonato, Consul General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City.

August 05, 2025

Tourism sector expected to contribute 14% to GDP by 2030

Tourism sector expected to contribute 14% to GDP by 2030

The sector is undergoing a strategic repositioning under an updated national tourism development plan.

August 05, 2025

Strongest rise in selling prices for almost 15 years as war in Middle East leads to steep cost inflation

Strongest rise in selling prices for almost 15 years as war in Middle East leads to steep cost inflation

A report from S&P Global noting that intensifying price pressures acted to limit demand, and rates of growth in both new orders and output slowed as a result.

August 05, 2025

Q1 fruit and vegetable exports earn $1.48 bln

Q1 fruit and vegetable exports earn $1.48 bln

Key markets including China, the US, South Korea and Japan.

August 05, 2025

A pivotal year for Vietnam’s semiconductor industry

A pivotal year for Vietnam’s semiconductor industry

With much effort already expended, 2026 is considered a pivotal year for Vietnam’s semiconductor industry.

August 05, 2025

Evolution of traffic fines in Vietnam

Evolution of traffic fines in Vietnam

Under Decree 168, the maximum fine for motorcyclists with the highest level of blood alcohol concentration has increased to VND 8–10 million, compared to VND 6–8 million under Decree 100, which will be abolished as from mid May

August 05, 2025

Vietnam’s energy transition to go ahead

Vietnam’s energy transition to go ahead

A decisive period looms for Vietnam’s energy transition as efforts move from planning to action.

August 05, 2025

Govn't approves $303mln boost to fuel price stabilisation fund

Govn't approves $303mln boost to fuel price stabilisation fund

The move aiming to ease pressure on prices and support market stability.

August 05, 2025

PM calls for stronger IMF support in policy and reform

PM calls for stronger IMF support in policy and reform

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh receiving a delegation from IMF in Hanoi on March 27.

August 05, 2025

PM calls on businesses to drive double-digit growth

PM calls on businesses to drive double-digit growth

There is around 1 million active enterprises in Vietnam by the end of 2025, up more than 25% from 2020.

August 05, 2025

More requirements for business expansion plans

More requirements for business expansion plans

The nature of expansion plans requires greater focus from business leaders given Vietnam’s ongoing growth.

August 05, 2025

Domestic airlines adjust operations as jet fuel prices surge

Domestic airlines adjust operations as jet fuel prices surge

Local airlines's expenses have risen by 20–30%, according to their estimates.

August 05, 2025

Environmental protection taxes on oil products cut to zero until April 15

Environmental protection taxes on oil products cut to zero until April 15

The move aims at stabilizing the market and ensuring energy security.

August 05, 2025

Textile and garment industry expected to fulfil export target in spite of mounting challenges from global disruptions

Textile and garment industry expected to fulfil export target in spite of mounting challenges from global disruptions

The sector targetting $49-49.5 billion in export revenue this year.

August 05, 2025

Vietnam emerges as fastest-growing market for Norwegian salmon in Southeast Asia

Vietnam emerges as fastest-growing market for Norwegian salmon in Southeast Asia

In 2025, Vietnam imported about 7,900 tons of fresh Norwegian salmon.

August 05, 2025

Finance ministry proposes halving environmental tax on fuel

Finance ministry proposes halving environmental tax on fuel

The measure expected to help curb inflation by lowering retail fuel prices.

August 05, 2025

Vietnam exports 1.74mln tons of rice as of March 15

Vietnam exports 1.74mln tons of rice as of March 15

Total export revenue reaching $826.2 million.

August 05, 2025

Gold prices in Vietnam rebound after two-week decline

Gold prices in Vietnam rebound after two-week decline

Domestic gold prices are approximately VND28.41 million ($1,080) per tael higher than global prices.

August 05, 2025

EU pledges €20mln to support Vietnam's forestry sector

EU pledges €20mln to support Vietnam's forestry sector

The project expected to contribute to promoting green, sustainable, and inclusive growth while reducing vulnerability to climate change in Vietnam.

August 05, 2025

Vietnam approves updated JETP plan to accelerate energy transition

Vietnam approves updated JETP plan to accelerate energy transition

The plan seeking to ensure energy security while supplying sufficient electricity for economic growth.

August 05, 2025

Hanoi tourism records nearly 9 million arrivals in Q1, 2026

Investment

Vietnam seen as a strategic market for Italy in ASEAN

Hanoi to seek new cooperation opportunities for urban and green development

Biz Traveler

Tourism sector expected to contribute 14% to GDP by 2030

Business

International Processing and Packaging Exhibition opens in HCM City