Vietnam proposes 7.8% increase in regional minimum wages from 2027
The proposed adjustment seeks to improve workers’ living standards while taking into account employers’ ability to maintain and expand production and business activities.
Vietnam gains appeal among Gen Z travellers amid slower global tourism growth
Vietnam’s strong showing reflects its ability to balance costs with varied experiences, ranging from cities and cuisine to beaches, mountains, nature, culture and outdoor activities.
Vietnam Digital Finance 2026 opens
The event focusing on building a smart, secure, connected and sustainable digital finance ecosystem.
PM orders acceleration of key transport projects
By August 31, only 38% of public capital allocated for transport projects in 2026 had been disbursed, below the nationwide average of nearly 50%.
Total assets managed by fund management companies reaching $32.5 billion
The fund management industry has maintained strong growth over the past decade.
Vietnam ranks sixth globally in electronics manufacturing capacity
The country accounting for 3.6% of global manufacturing capacity for electronic equipment and components.
Petrol price stabilisation fund balance rises to $65.2mln in Q2
Contributions by fuel wholesalers exceeding the amount used to support prices.
Regional Logistics Forum 2026 opens in Hai Phong
The event focusing on the theme “Creating a New Development Space for Logistics in the Red River Delta.”
Vietnam urges faster rollout of self-consumption solar rooftop power
The move aiming to help ensure national power supply security and develop rooftop solar power.
Smoothing progress of household businesses
The operating environment for household businesses is changing in order for them to reach their full potential.
Vietnam’s electricity output rises 9.3% in first eight months
Total electricty output reaching 235.82 billion kWh.
Quang Tri approves two wind power projects worth over $570mln
The two projects having a combined capacity of 400 MW.
Vietnam sees market upgrade as starting point for new stock market development cycle: PM
From September 21, Vietnam’s stock market will officially be classified as a “Secondary Emerging Market” under FTSE Russell’s classification framework.
National fund offers up to $114,000 for AI innovation projects
The National Technology Innovation Fund will prioritise AI applications in six areas: manufacturing and processing; agriculture and agricultural processing; healthcare and pharmaceuticals; logistics and supply chains; trade, services and corporate management; and state administrative agencies.
Nearly 230,000 new securities accounts opened in August
Domestic individual investors accounting for the overwhelming majority, opening 229,538 new accounts.
Construction sector maintains positive growth
The growth driven by increasing public investment disbursement and the recovery of the real estate market.
Action program to implement ASEAN Connectivity Strategic Plan approved
The action program will serve as a basis for Vietnamese ministries, agencies and relevant bodies to coordinate in implementing ASEAN connectivity.
Government calls for measures to strengthen domestic electronics and semiconductor supply chains
These measures aim to increase domestic value-added, competitiveness and Vietnam’s participation in global supply chains.
21st AAAP Animal Science Congress sets to open in Hanoi in October
The conference aiming to place sustainability at the heart of scientific research, technological innovation and policymaking for the livestock sector in the coming years.
Vietnam’s pepper exports rise 14.2% in 8M
The country exporting over 190,000 tons in the first eight months of 2026.