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Vietnam bank deposits fall sharply despite strong credit growth

Customer deposits at Vietnamese banks declined by tens of trillions of dong in the first quarter of 2026, increasing pressure on lenders to secure alternative funding sources to maintain liquidity.

Vietnam game industry targets USD 2.42 billion milestone

Vietnam’s gaming industry is aiming to become a multi-billion-dollar powerhouse as local developers attract growing foreign investment and expand beyond outsourcing into global game production.

Vietnam dominates US black pepper imports

Black pepper made up over 66 per cent of Vietnam's pepper exports in the first quarter. The US remained the top market, while Canada surged nearly 300 per cent.

Vietnam coffee export prices plunge amid 2026 growth fears

Vietnam’s coffee export prices have fallen sharply in early 2026, raising concerns over declining industry revenues despite continued growth in export volumes.

French firms express interest in Vietnam's North-South high-speed rail

A delegation of 15 major French firms expressed interest in railway projects in Vietnam, notably the North-South high-speed line and metro systems, the Construction Ministry said.

Nearly 15,000 suspected fake cosmetics, fashion items seized in Vietnam

Vietnamese customs authorities have seized nearly 15,000 cosmetics and fashion items suspected of trademark infringement in a nationwide anti-counterfeit crackdown, authorities said.

Ministry approves USD 1.1 bln airport project in An Giang

The Ministry of Construction has added Tho Chu Airport in An Giang Province to Vietnam’s national airport development plan, with total investment estimated at VND 28.8 trillion (USD 1.1 billion).

Hanoi plans higher pavement parking fees

Hanoi authorities have proposed sharply higher pavement and roadside parking fees, with rates in the city centre rising to as much as VND 400,000 (USD 15) per square metre per month.

Hanoi shop investigated for suspected fake Gucci and Burberry goods

Authorities in Hanoi have discovered nearly 140 suspected counterfeit luxury items branded as Gucci and Burberry at a shop in Kim Lien Ward.

More than 650,000 Vietnamese join MLM sales industry

Vietnam had more than 652,000 multi-level marketing participants by the end of April, while industry revenue in 2025 fell 6 per cent year-on-year to approximately USD 581 million.

Ministry orders urgent measures as durian exports face disruptions

The Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has ordered urgent measures to support durian exports amid disruptions caused by testing bottlenecks and stricter import-market requirements.

Vingroup chairman adds USD 10 billion in one month

Vingroup chairman Pham Nhat Vuong increased his fortune by nearly USD 10 billion in a month, strengthening his position as Southeast Asia’s richest person.

Diesel prices fall in latest fuel adjustment

Diesel prices were cut by nearly VND 700 per litre on Thursday, while petrol prices were little changed under the latest retail fuel price adjustment.

More than 3 tonnes of counterfeit seasoning products seized in Tay Ninh

Police Tay Ninh Province have uncovered more than three tonnes of counterfeit seasoning products bearing well-known brands including Ajinomoto and Knorr.

India emerges as key meat supplier for Vietnam

Vietnam spent more than USD 200 million importing meat from India in the first quarter of 2026, highlighting the country’s growing role as a major supplier to the Vietnamese market.

Hanoi proposes expressway closure for Gia Binh airport link

Hanoi has proposed temporarily closing part of the Hanoi-Thai Nguyen Expressway for building a road linking the capital with the planned Gia Binh International Airport in Bac Ninh Province.

PM orders Long Thanh airport to begin operations in 2026

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung ordered authorities to ensure Long Thanh International Airport begins operations in 2026.

Vietnamese durian growers face losses as prices plunge

Durian prices in Vietnam have fallen sharply, leaving many growers facing losses as farm-gate prices drop below production costs.

Moody’s lifts Vietnam outlook to positive

Moody's has upgraded Vietnam’s sovereign credit outlook from stable to positive, while affirming its Ba2 rating, the Ministry of Finance said.

Summer train fares up 5-10 per cent with discounts still on offer

Vietnam’s railway sector has opened summer ticket sales with fares up 5-10 per cent from 2025 due to higher fuel costs, while offering discounts for passengers.

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