Banking & Finance
Remittances to HCM City estimated at $5.23 bln in H1
Remittances from Africa record the higest increase of 130.8%.
Investment
Construction of Hanoi - Thai Nguyen - Cho Moi expressway approved
Total investment capital estimated at $638 million.
Business
Vietnam, Azerbaijan boost cooperation in science, technology, and startups
Two-way trade has already surpassed $100 million in the first quarter of 2025 alone, signaling a powerful recovery and underscoring the immense potential for further collaboration.
M&A market will recover
The dip seen in Vietnam’s M&A market of late is only short-term and largely reflects global movements, analysts believe.
U.S. announces $12.5-million package to support Vietnam's IUU fishing fight
The support package was announced by U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper on December 5.
PM asks power sector to continue creating breakthrough projects
The sector praised for completing major projects, helping to ensure energy security.
2024 wood export estimated at $16.2 bln
The US is currently the largest importer of Vietnam's wood and wood products.
Experts propose emission taxes
Nine million people died prematurely in 2019 globlly, due to air pollution, compared to seven million global deaths from COVID-19.
ODA funds prioritized for rural infrastructure, disaster mitigation, and forest restoration
The agriculture sector requires approximately $2.16 billion in foreign capital (ODA) for public investment during 2026-2030.