US technology, energy firms explore investment opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City
Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc expressed his hope that US businesses’ trip will open up new opportunities for cooperation, and that Ho Chi Minh City would succeed in attracting strong US investors in technology and clean energy.
Top Vietnamese leader attends Vietnam–Denmark Business Forum
The Vietnamese leader stressed that Vietnam seeks not only investment capital but also advanced technologies, expertise, modern management practices, research and development (R&D), high-quality human resources and stronger links between foreign investors and domestic businesses. He called on Danish enterprises to contribute their experience, resources and reputation to these efforts.
New market opportunities for businesses to make breakthroughs
The Politburo’s Resolution No. 27-NQ/TW, dated August 28, 2026, on regional development and the organisation of national development space in the new period is seen as a fundamental solution to this problem. By reorganising economic space around functional areas and development corridors, the resolution opens up opportunities to restructure supply chains, ease logistics costs and create fresh momentum for substantive breakthroughs across the business community.
Vietnam-Singapore trade surges 46.8% in first nine months
Singapore’s imports from Vietnam surged 123.2% to 19.4 billion SGD, more than three times the 35.7% growth in its overall imports. Vietnam’s share of Singapore’s total imports consequently rose from 1.8% to 3%.
Tay Ninh, Vinh Long court stronger partnerships with China's Hong Kong
Tay Ninh and Vinh Long each have distinct strengths and opportunities, while Hong Kong offers international connectivity, financial capacity, logistics capabilities and professional services. Pairing them would open practical opportunities in trade, investment, food processing, infrastructure and supply chains.
Vietnam–EU trade expands amid new challenges
The EVFTA reached another milestone in August 2026, its seventh year of implementation, with the EU completing its tariff elimination schedule, making 99% of Vietnamese exports eligible for duty-free access. Vietnam will continue cutting tariffs on EU goods through 2030.
Lang Son, Pingxiang officials push smart border gate pilot
Vietnam's Lang Son province and China's Pingxiang city focused on solutions to easing export-import bottlenecks, raising goods clearance capacity and speeding up the rollout of smart border gate model - priorities for smoother cross-border trade, transport and people-to-people exchanges.
Remittances to Ho Chi Minh City rise nearly 40% in Q3
According to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV)’s Regional Branch 2, remittances transferred to Ho Chi Minh City through credit institutions and economic organisations totalled 2.835 billion USD in Q3, an increase of more than 802 million USD from Q2.
FDI inflows boost Vietnam’s economic growth
Vietnam continued to attract strong interest from foreign investors in the first nine months of 2026, with registered FDI reaching 50.36 billion USD, up 76.4% year on year. Disbursed capital rose 12.1% to 21.07 billion USD, the highest level in five years.
Reference exchange rate up 6 VND on October 20
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate at 25,639 VND/USD on October 20, up 4 VND from the previous day.
Vietnamese businesses promote agricultural, food products at SIAL Paris 2026
Vietnam’s participation in SIAL Paris 2026 highlights efforts to diversify products, expand processing and strengthen distribution networks. To improve competitiveness and sustain exports to Europe, businesses are advised to maintain strict quality control, ensure food safety, build brands and secure reliable supplies.
Coastal localities ordered to tighten fishing fleet control, seafood tracing
Local authorities must review their vessel records and cross-check them against the national fisheries database, known as VNFishbase. Information on vessel registration, technical inspections, fishing licenses, vessel monitoring systems (VMS), and each boat’s operating status must be updated fully, promptly and accurately.
Vietnam to catch up in Southeast Asia’s 40 bln USD carbon storage race
Vietnam could attract investment in carbon capture and storage (CCS) and gain an early foothold in a Southeast Asian CCS services market valued at up to 40 billion USD if it quickly finalises the policies under its revised Petroleum Law.
Stronger farmer-business links key to boosting Vietnam’s export value
Achieving double-digit export growth requires Vietnamese firms to promote substantive connections with international buyers and deeper participation in global value chains. They must also improve product quality, ensure stable supplies, strengthen branding and meet market-specific standards to retain customers and increase export value.
Vietnam–EFTA trade deal seen opening door to capital, technology, skills
EFTA companies investing in Vietnam would gain a suitably trained workforce, while young, adaptable Vietnamese workers would acquire skills, higher incomes and access to high-value industries, helping the country move beyond its image as a low-cost processing and manufacturing base.
Vietnam-EFTA free trade deal offers more trade, investment opportunities: Int’l media
EFTA data show that Vietnam-EFTA trade reached 4.8 billion EUR (5.38 billion USD) in 2025, with Vietnam recording a trade surplus of 2.5 billion EUR. This existing trade volume provides a foundation for both sides to further tap trade and investment potential once the agreement takes effect.
Coteccons recognised as Vietnam National Brand for second year in a row
Coteccons has officially been recognised as a Vietnam National Brand 2026, marking the second consecutive time the company has achieved this prestigious title.
Dien Bien province promotes cross-border investment with China, Laos
At the conference, investment approval decisions were granted to 20 investors for projects totaling over 7.5 trillion VND in capital. Additionally, memoranda of understanding were exchanged between Dien Bien and six investors, representing nearly 12 trillion VND in registered capital.
Governor calls for targeted interest rate cuts to support businesses
Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Pham Duc An said the SBV will continue supporting credit institutions in addressing difficulties but not sacrifice system safety. Interest rate management should therefore combine lower funding costs with reduced operating expenses, profit-sharing and measures to curb unhealthy competition for deposits.
