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Heritage trains unlock Viet Nam’s railway tourism potential

Viet Nam’s heritage trains are turning ordinary journeys into cultural experiences. With music, cuisine and storytelling woven into the rhythm of the rails, these services are redefining tourism by offering travellers not just a destination, but an encounter with the nation’s landscapes and people.

Mon, Jun 29, 2026, 09:37:00

Flexible price management crucial to support economic growth: Deputy PM

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang has asked for flexible price management scenarios and careful assessment of inflationary impacts to keep inflation under control while supporting economic growth.

Mon, Jun 29, 2026, 09:37:00

Viet Nam’s rice export prices rise sharply due to tight supply

According to information from the Viet Nam Food Association (VFA), rice prices across Asia are rising amid concerns over the impact of the El Niño phenomenon, coupled with increasing fertiliser and fuel costs and the risk of supply disruptions.

Mon, Jun 29, 2026, 09:37:00

Vietnamese and Malaysian firms partner to develop Halal-certified sorghum-based products

QHC Global JSC of Viet Nam and Antah Group (a Malaysian royal conglomerate) officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement to launch a programme aimed at developing a Halal-certified cao luong (sorghum)-based product ecosystem at a ceremony held in Malaysia on June 26.

Mon, Jun 29, 2026, 09:37:00

Central Vietnam province Nghe An asks investors to accelerate $2.2 bln LNG power project

Authorities in Nghe An province have ordered the consortium developing the $2.25 billion Quynh Lap LNG-to-power plant to expedite key procedures and keep the project on track for commercial operation by 2030.

Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 10:12:00

Vietnam's foreign exchange reserves near $87.6 bln, central bank proposes reforms

Vietnam's foreign exchange reserves stood at nearly $87.6 billion as of June 18, 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), as the central bank seeks public feedback on proposed amendments to regulations governing the country's foreign reserve management.

Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 10:12:00

Vietnam to debut first carbon trading exchange next week

Vietnam will launch its first domestic carbon trading market on June 29, allowing major industrial emitters and power producers to trade greenhouse gas emissions quotas as the country moves toward a market-based system for reducing carbon emissions.

Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 10:12:00