Viet Nam’s reform efforts bear fruit

After overcoming the pain and losses of war, Viet Nam is learning from its past and looking firmly to the future. The country’s economic success is widely attributed to its Doi Moi (Renewal) policies, and it is believed that Viet Nam is on track to become significantly more prosperous in the medium to long term.

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Viet Nam, Cuba expand high-tech shrimp farming cooperation

Despite the geographical distance, the Viet Nam–Cuba friendship has been continously fostered through practical cooperation projects, notably a high-tech intensive shrimp farming model in Camagüey province.

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TKV strives to produce 3.3 million tons of raw coal in May

Viet Nam Coal and Mineral Industry Group (TKV) has targeted to produce 3.3 million tonnes of raw coal and sell 5.25 million tonnes this May.

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Vietnamese banks promote development of global strong brands: SBV Deputy Governor

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) will require Vietnamese banks to develop systematic and long-term brand strategies to establish regional and globally-strong banking brands, Deputy Governor Pham Thanh Ha has said.

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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh presents report on socio-economic development at NA's 9th session

On the morning of May 5, at the opening session of the 9th Session of the 15th National Assembly, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh presented a supplementary assessment report on the results of the implementation of the socio-economic development plan and the state budget in 2024; the implementation of the socio-economic development plan and the state budget in the first months of 2025.

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Sumitomo to transfer 50 per cent of its equity interest in Van Phong Power Company Limited

Sumitomo Corporation announced on May 1 that it will transfer 50 per cent of its equity interest in Van Phong Power Co., Ltd. (VPCL), a wholly owned subsidiary.

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Evaluating the feasibility of taxing cryptocurrency assets in Vietnam

At a conference with small and medium-sized enterprises in early 2025, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh tasked the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) with exploring the piloting of a cryptoasset exchange via a controlled testing mechanism. The establishment of such a digital asset exchange must be placed within a suitable legal framework to enable effective management, maximise resources, and mitigate risks.

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How Asia can revolutionise its food systems before it’s too late

Qingfeng Zhang, senior director of agriculture, food, nature, and rural development at Asian Development Bank (ADB), outlines bold strategies to transform Asia’s agri-food systems to secure a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future for 4.7 billion people.

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Vietnam mulls over relaxing work permit rules to attract foreign talent

By late 2024, almost 162,000 foreign workers were employed in Vietnam, driven by growing demand for international talent in its expanding high-tech industries.

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Expanding agricultural trade in Northeast Asian market

According to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Northeast Asia is a market with a large population of approximately 1.7 billion people, with rising demand for agricultural, forestry, and fishery products. Besides China, a traditional trading partner, Japan and the Republic of Korea are emerging as potential markets for Vietnamese agricultural exports in the region.

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Mekong Delta expands industrial eco-zones, a new driving force for sustainable development

The Mekong Delta, with its geographical advantages, infrastructure and abundant labour resources, is facing a great opportunity to transform itself into a key industrial-logistics service centre of the country. In particular, the development of industrial eco-zones is one of the strategic breakthroughs to create a foundation for sustainable growth, solve employment problems, and promote harmonious socio-economic development of the entire region.

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Foreign direct investment inflows near US$14 billion in four months

Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows reached around US$13.82 billion in January-April period, an increase of 39.9 percent against the same period last year, according to Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang.

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Party Chief attends Viet Nam–Kazakhstan business roundtable in Astana

General Secretary To Lam attended the Viet Nam–Kazakhstan Business Roundtable in Astana on May 6 as part of his ongoing State visit to Kazakhstan.

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Digital asset tax collection imminent

Vietnam is moving closer to legalising digital asset transactions, marking a significant step that could unlock substantial tax revenues from a market worth hundreds of billions of US dollars annually.

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Trade deals with the US needs being concluded soon: Prime Minister

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged officials to finalize trade deals with the US in order to boost Vietnamese exports to this market and ensure an 8% economic growth rate.

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Ministry of Agriculture and Environment sets key tasks for sci-tech, innovation promotion

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has put forward seven main tasks to create breakthroughs in science – technology development, innovation, and national digital transformation, as an effort to implement the Politburo’s Resolution No.57-NQ/TW, dated December 22, 2024.

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Can Gio emerges as growth engine for Ho Chi Minh City

With over $20 billion in expected investment over the coming years, Can Gio district is becoming a new magnet for capital inflows in infrastructure, logistics, real estate, and also urban transport.

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Visa and ETC-EPAY Enter Agreement to Accelerate Digital Payments in Public Sectors in Vietnam

Visa, a world leader in digital payments, has announced a collaboration with ETC Technology Systems Corporation (ETC) and EPAY Services Corporation (EPAY), two pioneers in Vietnam's IT and digital payments landscape, to deploy Visa holistic solutions, from acceptance to card issuing.

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