National branding seen as strategic lever to elevate Vietnam’s global value chain position
National branding is emerging as a strategic tool to enhance the country’s global standing, helping businesses shift from contract manufacturing to innovation-driven growth and sustainable value creation, according to a trade official.
Quang Ninh drafts plan for Vietnam’s first free digital, knowledge-based economy zone
The northern province of Quang Ninh is accelerating procedures to seek central authorities' approval for piloting a free digital and knowledge-based economic zone – a next-generation specialised economic zone model aimed at driving growth through core technologies and data.
PM outlines three key cooperation directions at expanded AZEC Summit
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung proposed three key cooperation directions to address energy challenges and sustain supply chains while attending the expanded online summit of the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) on energy security on April 15.
Bank credit supports high GDP growth in Q1 2026
Credit in the first quarter of 2026 increased by 3.18% against late last year to 19.18 quadrillion VND (730 billion USD), supporting Vietnam’s GDP growth of 7.83%, Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Pham Thanh Ha said at an event on April 14.
PM urges aligning emulation, commendation with double-digit growth target
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on April 15 chaired the first meeting of the Central Emulation and Commendation Council for the 2026–2031 term, outlining key priorities and calling for stronger alignment between emulation movements and the country’s ambition of achieving sustainable double-digit economic growth.
Vietnam set to capitalise on global trade shifts
Vietnam is well-positioned to benefit from ongoing global trade realignments, leveraging its solid footing in electronics and semiconductors to move further up the value chain, according to Suan Teck Kin, Executive Director for Global Economics and Markets Research at United Overseas Bank (UOB).
VinFast EV sales jump 127%, cementing market dominance
VinFast, a subsidiary of conglomerate Vingroup, on April 10 reported a 127% year-on-year surge in electric vehicle (EV) deliveries domestically in March, reinforcing its leading position in Vietnam’s auto market and highlighting the rapid shift toward environmentally friendly vehicles.
Ho Chi Minh City: Investment licences granted within 15 days under special mechanism
Ho Chi Minh City will issue investment registration certificates within just 15 working days under a newly introduced special mechanism, in a move aimed at accelerating administrative procedures and improving the investment climate.
Biometric verification required for mobile device changes from April 15
Mobile subscribers in Vietnam will be required to undergo facial biometric verification when changing devices from April 15, 2026 under Circular No. 08/2026/TT-BKHCN issued by the Ministry of Science and Technology, a move aimed at tightening SIM management and enhancing user security.
The 35th Vietnam Expo 2026 opens in Hanoi
The 35th Vietnam International Trade Fair (Vietnam Expo 2026) officially opened on April 8 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre (VEC) in Hanoi, bringing together hundreds of domestic and international businesses to strengthen trade connections and expand export opportunities.
Vietnam’s pepper exports rebound strongly despite supply and shipping challenges
Vietnam’s pepper exports posted robust gains in March, with sharp increases in both volume and value signalling a solid industry rebound early this year, even as supply constraints and global logistics disruptions continue to pose risks.
Vietnam ensures sufficient fuel supply through April amid global uncertainties
Vietnam’s domestic fuel supply is sufficient to meet demand through the end of April 2026, authorities said at the Government’s regular press conference on April 4, amid rising global energy concerns linked to the escalating tensions in the Middle East.