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Vietnam's registered FDI rises 58% to $38.1 bln in 7M
Vietnam licensing 2,429 new projects with combined registered capital of $21.05 billion in the first seven months of 2026.
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Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air to launch direct flights connecting Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo (Sri Lanka)
In the first half of 2026, nearly 9,000 visitors from Sri Lanka traveled to Vietnam, while more than 4,500 Vietnamese visited Sri Lanka.
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Biotechnology development plan in agriculture and environment approved
The plan aims to develop biotechnology into a key foundational sector that drives innovation to support growth in agriculture and environment based on science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
Asian Meeting of the Econometric Society opens in Hanoi
The event aims to foster evidence-based policymaking and contribute to shaping macroeconomic policies amid an increasingly uncertain global environment.
IFAD appoints new Vietnam Country Director as it advances $200 million rural development portfolio
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has appointed Ms. Enika Basu as its new Vietnam Country Director as the organization advances nearly $200 million in projects supporting climate resilience and rural development.
Vietnam, RoK seek to achieve $150bln in bilateral trade by 2030
The two sides are proposed to boost cooperation in infrastructure, renewable energy, shipbuilding and high-quality human resource development.
Vietnam, New Zealand aim to raise bilateral trade to $3 billion
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung urging both countries to implement practical solutions to facilitate market access for each other's key export products, and eliminate technical barriers.
Dong Nai identifies eco-industrial parks as strategic growth driver
The southern city is currently focusing on high-tech sectors such as aviation, semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), and information technology, with a development roadmap closely linked to green, clean, and high-value-added goals.
HCMC proposes raising social housing income ceiling to $2,300 per month
If approved, monthly net income requirements will be adjusted for eligible groups, including low-income urban residents, workers, civil servants, and public employees.