Economy
Quang Ninh To Host 2027 APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting
Vice Chairman of the Quang Ninh People's Committee affirmed that the APEC Finance Ministers’ Meeting would be an important political event, contributing to promoting the image of Quang Ninh to international friends.
Economy
Vietnam, Timor-Leste Expand Cooperation in Food Security and Fisheries
Vietnam and Timor-Leste are stepping up cooperation in food security, rural development, the sustainable use of marine resources, and human resource development.
Economy
Standard Chartered Raises Vietnam 2026 GDP Growth Forecast to 9,5%
Standard Chartered Bank forecasts Vietnam GDP growth in 2026 will reach 9,5%, reflecting the economy’s solid growth momentum and the continued implementation of growth support policies.
India launches its first hydrogen-powered train
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the country's first hydrogen-powered train on Friday, making it one of a handful of nations to use the zero-emission, clean fuel technology.
Hung Yen Promotes Investment And Trade in the RoK
Recently, in Seoul (the RoK), the People's Committee of Hung Yen province in coordination with the Trade Promotion Department (Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam)m the Vietnamese Embassy in the RoK, and the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), organized the Hung Yen Province Investment and Trade Promotion Conference.
Vietnam, UK Exchange Experience in Digital Tax Platform and AI Application
As part of a working visit to the United Kingdom, a delegation from Vietnam's Tax Department held working sessions with His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and SAP to exchange experience in digital transformation, data governance and the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in tax administration, serving the development of Vietnam's digital tax governance platform.
Vietnam Seizes Opportunities to Boost Coffee Export
Global coffee prices are rebounding amid concerns over supply shortages caused by the effects of the El Niño weather phenomenon, creating an opportunity for Vietnam's coffee industry to regain export growth after a period of slowdown.
Conference on Sustainable Resilience through Future Technology and Design
On July 15, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) in coordination with international partners held the 2026 Resilience by Technology and Design Conference (RTD 2026) themed “FutureScape - Designing the Future”.
Vietnam, Mauritania Seek Stronger Cooperation in Agriculture, Telecommunications, and Mining
On July 16 in Hanoi, Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung and Mauritanian Minister and Secretary-General of the Government Moctar Al Housseynou Lam discussed measures to strengthen bilateral relations, with a focus on tapping cooperation potential in agriculture, telecommunications, mining, and other areas where both countries have comparative strengths.
India inaugurates nuclear-heated hydrogen plant
Nuclear reactor provides heat for thermochemical cycle to produce clean-burning fuel
European Businesses' Confidence Index in Vietnam Rises Sharply
EuroCham's survey shows that business confidence recovered strongly in the second quarter thanks to an improved investment environment, sustained positive purchasing power, and high expectations for Vietnam's long-term growth prospects.
Vietnam Among Top 5 Countries Leading New Economic Growth Cycle in ASEAN
According to experts, the next economic growth cycle for Southeast Asian countries will be shaped by a group of five countries, including Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines.
India advances home-grown missile defence systems
India is building an indigenous protection architecture that reflects years of technological advancement and sustained investment in research and development.
13 Economic Experts Join Advisory Board of VIFC-HCMC
On July 12, the Executive Agency of the Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) announced the establishment of the VIFC-HCMC Advisory Board, comprising 13 members, including prominent domestic and international experts in finance, investment, and policy making.
Expanding Opportunities for Vietnamese Businesses in US Market
The United States remains Vietnam’s largest export market, with export turnover reaching US$86.5 billion in the first six months of 2026. Amid adjustments to tariffs and trade remedy measures, experts recommend that Vietnamese businesses ensure transparency in product origin, validate market demand in appropriate segments, and select suitable market entry models before expanding their investments.
Vietnam, Brazil Review Economic and Trade Cooperation in First Half of 2026
The Embassy of Vietnam in Brazil held the seminar "Sharing Information on Vietnam-Brazil Economic, Trade and Investment in the First Six Months of 2026” on July 9, 2026, in Brasília, in both in-person and online formats. The event aimed to provide updates on bilateral economic cooperation, exchange information on market opportunities, and discuss challenges, obstacles, and directions for promoting cooperation in the coming period.
CUHK Achieves Top 20 Global Ranking in QS World University Rankings 2027
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has climbed 14 places in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2027 to rank 18th globally, entering the global top 20 for the first time. This milestone reflects significant improvements across key indicators, including employer reputation, international research network, and international student ratio, while retaining a full score in international faculty ratio.
World Bank Supports India’s Solar Rooftop Program
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved financing to accelerate India’s national program for solar rooftops to bring clean energy to millions of homes and create 1.7 million job opportunities across the renewable energy manufacturing, installation, and services value chain.
Vietnam, Armenia Promote Air Connectivity to Expand Access to New Markets
This was the focus of discussions at a meeting between Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to Vietnam Suren Baghdasaryan and Chairman of the Vietnam Aviation Business Association (VABA) Le Hoang Minh, held in Hanoi on July 10.
Quang Ngai Expands Cooperation with France on Green Industry and Clean Energy
As part of an official visit to France, a delegation from Quang Ngai Province held working sessions on July 8 with the French Development Agency (AFD) and EDF Group to expand cooperation in green industry, clean energy, sustainable infrastructure, and workforce development. The initiative aims to attract investment and promote the province's sustainable development.
Legal Reforms Facilitate Corporate Securities Issuance
New regulations on securities offerings, issuance, and corporate bonds are being implemented in a coordinated manner to strengthen the legal framework, enhance market discipline, and help businesses access medium- and long-term capital.
Import Procedures for Goods Entering the New Zealand Market
The Vietnam Trade Office in New Zealand has recently shared the General Commercial Import Process regulated by New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). The process focuses on six key steps that Vietnamese businesses should understand to facilitate the export of goods to the New Zealand market.
India’s presence at Eurosatory, the world’s largest exhibition
Every two years, governments, defence manufacturers and strategic decision-makers gather at Eurosatory, the world’s largest exhibition dedicated to land and air-land defence and security.
