Economics News - VCCI - Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry

VCCI Ecoinomics news

Middle East conflict raises risks for global coffee market

The US-Iran conflict could put pressure on the coffee market through higher production costs, a volatile dollar, skyrocketing fuel prices and growing logistical uncertainty, especially with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the risk of paralysis in the Suez Canal.

Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 14:08:00

Vietnam promotes cooperation with US businesses in developing energy systems

More than 400 delegates gathered in Hanoi at the Energy Shaping the Future Forum to promote Vietnam–US cooperation in developing a sustainable energy system.

Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 14:08:00

Forum seeks ways to connect impact investment and capital for growth

The forum titled “Connecting Impact Investment: Capital for Growth” was co-organised by the Ho Chi Minh City Investment and Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC), Global Affairs Canada (GAC), and the Impact Investment Exchange Fund, on March 10.

Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 14:08:00

Can Tho shares agricultural transformation experience with Zambia

Vice Chairman of the Can Tho People’s Committee Tran Chi Hung on March 10 hosted a delegation from Zambia’s Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Finance and National Planning, who came to study the Mekong Delta city’s experience in agricultural transformation and sustainable rice production.

Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 14:08:00

Value chain integration creates new growth space for oil and gas

Immediately after the Lunar New Year holiday of Binh Ngo 2026, oil and gas enterprises quickly returned to production, accelerating construction progress in order to soon achieve their targets. At the same time, they continue to seek new solutions and drivers to promote growth and enhance operational efficiency.

Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 12:10:00

Credit conditions in 2026 will remain broadly stable

Vietnam’s credit outlook in 2026 could remain stable, as strong domestic demand and liquidity offset rate and tariff risks, according to the VISRating.

Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 12:10:00

Acecook Vietnam opens factory in Vinh Long

Acecook Vietnam put its new factory in Vinh Long province into operation on March 10 with an investment of over $200 million.

Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 12:10:00

Vietnam joins every step of the global semiconductor value chain

To date, many of the world’s leading tech corporations have invested in or expanded their operations in Vietnam, focusing primarily on Assembly, Testing, and...