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Vietnam’s economy enjoys steady growth despite increased uncertainties: WB

Vietnam’s gross domestic product growth is projected to slow to 5.8% in 2025 given increased uncertainties due to recent trade policy shifts and a projected slowdown of global growth, the World Bank.

EU to send inspection delegation to VN over some agricultural exports

The European Union (EU) has announced plans to dispatch an inspection delegation to Vietnam in mid-June to assess the country's pesticide control measures in key agricultural export products.

Listed firms post strong Q1 earnings with utilities leading rallies

Vietnam’s equity market witnessed a robust earnings rebound in the first quarter of 2025, as nearly a thousand listed companies disclosed financial results showing improvement across sectors.

Office workers build automation bots in digital push at Nagase Vietnam

PR Article - At Nagase Vietnam, non-tech employees are building automation bots after one training course, transforming operations and saving thousands of work hours since 2023.

Truong Hai Group proposes 61 billion USD investment in high-speed railway

Truong Hai Group has submitted a formal proposal to invest more than 1.56 trillion VND (some 61.35 billion USD) in the country’s high-speed railway linking Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietjet seals deal with Airbus for 20 A330neo wide-body planes

Vietjet signed an aircraft purchase agreement with European aerospace giant Airbus for 20 A330-900 wide-body jets on May 26, marking a milestone in the carrier’s development plan for the next decade.

Vietnam’s fruit, vegetable exports decline for fifth straight month

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable export revenue fell to an estimated USD 496 million in May, marking a 35.5 percent year-on-year drop and the fifth consecutive month of decline.

Vietnam to export renewable energy to Malaysia, Singapore

PM Pham Minh Chinh, and his Malaysian and Singaporean counterparts Anwar Ibrahim and Lawrence Wong witnessed the signing of an agreement on cooperation in exporting renewable energy on Monday.

Vietnam offers strong investment appeal amid global economic headwinds

Despite global economic headwinds and ongoing challenges to foreign capital flows, Vietnam continues to demonstrate significant potential to attract international investment, analysts say.

Hanoi to break ground on two metro lines and six major bridges in 2025

Hanoi People’s Committee has announced plans to begin construction on two urban railway lines and six large bridges within the year 2025.

VN-Index may face short-term correction

Vietnam’s stock market has posted gains for three consecutive weeks, with the VN-Index returning to its previous peak before the US tariff news triggered a correction in March.

Vietnam taps ASEAN halal market for agricultural exports

The ASEAN region's growing demand, combined with geographic proximity that reduces transportation costs, creates a substantial competitive edge for Vietnamese enterprises.

Vietnamese mangoes dominate Chinese market

The average export price of Vietnamese mangoes also rose by 72.65%, reflecting strong consumer acceptance in China.

Reciprocal trade negotiations with US must ensure Vietnam's core interests

PM Pham Minh Chinh emphasised the principle of harmonising benefits, sharing risks and ensuring Vietnam's core interests in the trade talks with the US while presiding over a meeting on May 24.

Vietnam sees robust growth in air transport market over past decade

Vietnam registered the highest growth rate among the top 10 markets in the region at 121 per cent, driven by the country’s strong economic performance and growing appeal as a travel destination.

Fake luxury goods sold at fashion stores in central Danang

Numerous fashion shops in central Danang City have been found selling counterfeit products that imitate well-known global brands.

Vietnam likely to become high-income country, says WB

Vietnam can fully realise its goal of becoming a high-income country by 2045, provided it stays committed to pursuing two strategic drivers - institutional reform and green development, the WB said.

Vietnam, US conclude second round of talks on reciprocal trade deal

Vietnam and the US made positive progress during the second round of negotiations on a reciprocal trade agreement, held in Washington D.C. from May 19 to 22.

Nearly 1,000 new growing area codes granted for durian exports to China

With the peak durian harvest season approaching in July, the approval of nearly 1,000 new growing area codes by Chinese customs signals expanded access for Vietnamese durian exports in this market.