Vietnam Investment Review

Mobile World Investment Corporation aims for net revenue of $6 billion in 2025

Mobile World Investment Corporation (MWG) held a meeting with its shareholders on May 22 to discuss operational plans for 2025 amid uncertainties.

VinFast gains approval for second BEV factory in Ha Tinh

VinFast has received approval to advance its battery electric vehicle (BEV) factory in Vung An Economic Zone, Ha Tinh province.

Construction begins on $1.5 billion Trump Organization golf complex in Hung Yen

The Trump Organization held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Khoai Chau urban complex, eco-tourism, and golf course in Hung Yen on May 21.

US, Vietnam positive about second round of tariff negotiations

Vietnam and the US have made progress in the second round of tariff negotiations by reaching consensus on some issues and highlighting unresolved areas.
MoF helps Samsung to accelerate administrative procedures and investment expansion

Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang received Na Ki Hong, the new CEO of Samsung Electronic Vietnam, on May 20.
Vietnam and US engage in second round of tariff negotiations

The second round of tariff negotiations between Vietnam and the US is taking place from May 19-22 in Washington D.C.

Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia are on US priority list

Ministries, agencies asked to take measures to effectively manage gold market

Vietnam and Guangdong to strengthen economic and trade ties

Vietnam celebrates World Creativity and Innovation Day

Appropriate trade approach critical

Vietnam is accelerating efforts to strengthen economic resilience through targeted reforms, digital transformation, and the diversification of export markets.

Digital age truly here for public audits

The role of public auditing is undergoing a fundamental shift in Vietnam thanks to the digital revolution.

The talent equation has changed: has your strategy?

In Asia-Pacific, as elsewhere in the world, the future of finance is not just about technology or sustainability, it is about people. And right now, those people are on the move.

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Media OutReach Newswire

Phan Vu-Japan Pile celebrate 15 years of partnership in building sustainable value

Corporate May 26, 2025 | 10:00

Phan Vu-Japan Pile celebrate 15 years of partnership in building sustainable value

Phan Vu Corporation and Japan Pile Corporation celebrate the 15th anniversary of their strategic partnership this year.

Corporate May 26, 2025 | 09:28

Appropriate trade approach critical

Vietnam is accelerating efforts to strengthen economic resilience through targeted reforms, digital transformation, and the diversification of export markets.

CEO Talk May 26, 2025 | 10:38

Extensive networks ensure thriving France-Vietnam ties

Adam Koulaksezian, executive director of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam told VIR’s Nha Phuong how high-level visits mark a turning point for bilateral economic ties.

Biz Link May 23, 2025 | 15:57

Precision AI: Palo Alto Networks' cybersecurity gamechanger

Palo Alto Networks deploys AI cyber defences as Vietnam’s digital economy booms.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong

Relations deepen with France in food and beverages

PM Chinh demands full public investment disbursement for 2025

Investing May 26, 2025 | 10:14

Relations deepen with France in food and beverages

Vietnam’s fast-evolving food and beverage landscape is attracting renewed attention from French businesses as both countries seek to strengthen trade ties and capitalise on the region’s rising demand for quality products.

Investing May 23, 2025 | 16:15

PM Chinh demands full public investment disbursement for 2025

PM Chinh has directed all ministries and localities to deliver 100 per cent public investment disbursement in 2025.

M&A May 16, 2025 | 14:15

US-based GEM commits $80 million investment to proptech firm Meey Group

US-headquartered Global Emerging Markets signed an investment agreement with Meey Land Group JSC on May 13.

Outbound Investment May 19, 2025 | 09:46

FPT expands strategic partnerships in Thailand

Vietnamese IT firm FPT Corporation (FPT) on May 16 entered into strategic partnerships with two of Thailand’s leading enterprises, Sunline and Buzzebees.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel

Commitments made to transparency and innovation

Standardisation to aid industries in high-speed rail

Your Consultant May 26, 2025 | 09:48

Commitments made to transparency and innovation

Vietnam has now set bold targets for its private sector.

Your Consultant May 22, 2025 | 15:12

Standardisation to aid industries in high-speed rail

Vietnam’s aviation is expected to continue its recovery in the upcoming months. At the same time, the expansion of domestic and regional airlines’ fleets and the reduction in fuel prices will be the basis for reducing airfares.

KPMG May 21, 2025 | 08:58

New report charts path for Vietnam’s clinical trial growth

Pharma Group released the ‘Roadmap to the Future of Clinical Trials in Vietnam’ report on May 20 in Ho Chi Minh City.

PwC April 14, 2025 | 11:20

The impact of cloud, AI, and data on financial services

New technologies such as AI are spurring unprecedented innovation in various industries, particularly in financial services.

Indochine Counsel May 16, 2025 | 09:46

From idea to market: fintech sandbox takes shape

Effective from July, a long-awaited controlled testing mechanism for fintech solutions in the banking sector will be established. This will be Vietnam’s first official framework for piloting innovative banking-related technologies under the direct supervision of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Opinion

Vietnam SuperPort: Exploring new terrain in green logistics

Yap Kwong Weng

CEO of Vietnam SuperPort

Vietnam SuperPort: Exploring new terrain in green logistics

From pioneer to key player: Grab's 10-year milestone in Vietnam

Alejandro Osorio

Managing director of Grab Vietnam

From pioneer to key player: Grab's 10-year milestone in Vietnam

CMC Corporation: a pioneer in AI transformation

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical remains committed to safety and stability

So Hasegawa

General director of Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical LLC

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical remains committed to safety and stability

Topics

Digital Transformation Healthcare Platform Sustainable Energy Human Capital 4.0 Empowering Women Climate Change Response Special Administrative-Economic Zones Bank Scandals Safe and Sound Vietnam

Emagazine

March 08, 2025 | 18:00

Gearing human resources towards business success amidst evolving challenges

The changing needs of Vietnam's workforce, particularly those of the younger generation, are driving the need for businesses to adapt their strategies to attract and retain top talent.

October 09, 2024 | 16:56

The promising future of Vietnam’s golf tourism

The future of Vietnam's golf industry and golf tourism looks highly promising in the coming years

July 08, 2024 | 10:20

AIA leads the charge to healthier, longer, better lives

AIA Vietnam is navigating the promising yet challenging Vietnamese life insurance market under the helm of newly appointed CEO Andrew Loh

January 29, 2024 | 06:00

Innovation for future communities

Official development assistance can act as the playing field for nations. Vietnam is no exception, having benefited from such assistance over the years in the building of many structures and systems up and down the country.

January 24, 2024 | 15:32

SABECO: 2023 journey of community development

By continuously supporting the younger generation to develop its talents, and spending large sums on activities for its staff, SABECO is showing its relentless sustainable development efforts and making positive contributions to the community.

Green Growth

Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF

Seeking to develop sustainable aviation fuel market in Vietnam

C.P. Vietnam creating a sustainable agricultural future

Smart Agriculture Focus Group drives farming transformation

New life injected into idle ventures in LNG

Reliable power policy urged for business progress

Aus4Innovation provides financial assistance for agriculture sector

Green Growth May 22, 2025 | 10:56

Seeking to develop sustainable aviation fuel market in Vietnam

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on May 20 chaired a meeting in Hanoi on developing sustainable aviation fuel.

Green Growth May 20, 2025 | 13:51

C.P. Vietnam creating a sustainable agricultural future

The Minister of Agriculture and Environment met with the chairman of Thailand's C.P. Group on May 15 to discuss modernisation and sustainability.

Green Growth May 20, 2025 | 13:50

Smart Agriculture Focus Group drives farming transformation

Austrade held the Smart Agriculture Focus Group in Ho Chi Minh City on May 15 to propose solutions for Vietnam's agricultural sector.

Green Growth May 19, 2025 | 10:46

New life injected into idle ventures in LNG

Global energy giants and financial investors are renewing their interest in Vietnam’s evolving liquefied natural gas (LNG) landscape, breathing new life into several long-stalled power ventures.

Green Growth May 19, 2025 | 10:40

Reliable power policy urged for business progress

Ensuring stable electricity supply for manufacturing and exports is becoming one of the most pressing challenges for Vietnam as it enters the summer months.

Green Growth May 14, 2025 | 15:45

Aus4Innovation provides financial assistance for agriculture sector

Aus4Innovation has pledged to continue to provide financial assistance for innovations that tackle climate change across Vietnam’s agriculture sector.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

Cheaper lending rates give favour to first-time buyers

Foreign investors raise concerns over Vietnam’s real estate market

Property May 26, 2025 | 10:05

Cheaper lending rates give favour to first-time buyers

More attractive loan packages for home buyers are contributing significantly to credit growth, but some snags are holding back supply to the market.

Property May 23, 2025 | 16:58

Foreign investors raise concerns over Vietnam’s real estate market

Transport, project legality, and land-lease terms are among the concerns of foreign investors when making investments in Vietnam’s real estate market.

Green Buildings May 08, 2025 | 11:25

Frasers Property Vietnam moves towards green real estate leadership

Frasers Property Vietnam is on a journey towards sustainability and green real estate leadership, according to Edwin Tan, deputy CEO.

Industrial Properties May 22, 2025 | 17:02

Merging of provincial-level administrative units a driver for industrial real estate

Adjusting provincial and municipal administrative boundaries in July could transform Vietnam's industrial real estate market.

Money

Insurance Smart Payment Trends Stock Monitor

Effective AI in banking and finance factor a prerequisite

Green credit faces headwinds amidst funding challenges

Money May 23, 2025 | 18:44

Effective AI in banking and finance factor a prerequisite

Despite the numerous advantages of using AI in auditing and consulting, such systems remain prone to errors and must be used properly, according to experts at a Ho Chi Minh City seminar on May 23.

Money May 23, 2025 | 16:20

Green credit faces headwinds amidst funding challenges

Vietnam is pushing green credit to achieve its climate goals despite funding obstacles.

Insurance May 21, 2025 | 16:12

Vietnam and Israel deepen ties in social insurance and welfare

The Minister of Finance and Israel’s Minister of Labour met in Hanoi to explore deeper cooperation opportunities.

Insurance May 14, 2025 | 18:07

Life insurance sector saw a slight improvement in the first quarter

The IAV has revealed Vietnam's life insurance market showed signs of recovery in the first quarter, with rising new sales and product shifts.

Smart Payment Trends April 16, 2025 | 11:36

VIB launches credit card with 57 days interest-free and cashback on all spending

Vietnam International Bank launched the VIB Business Card on April 16.

Smart Payment Trends March 15, 2025 | 10:00

Asia Clean Capital Vietnam receives prestigious awards

Two leaders from Asia Clean Capital Vietnam (ACCV) have been recognised with prestigious awards at Green Finance Week 2025 – Asia Edition. The event, organised by FirstVIEW, a leading global business intelligence company, took place on March 5, 2025, in Singapore.

Infographics

Infographics March 31, 2025 | 16:24

Vietnam - Kingdom of Belgium Friendship and Cooperation

At the invitation of the State President Luong Cuong, and his spousey, King Philippe of the Kingdom of Belgium and Queen Mathilde are paying a State visit to Vietnam from 31 March to 4 April 2025.

Infographics March 26, 2025 | 12:30

Vietnam - Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

At the invitation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and his spouse will pay an official visit to Vietnam on 25-26 March 2025.

Timeout

Travel Hotels & Restaurants The Insider Entertainment Lifestyle

Timeout May 23, 2025 | 15:53

Singapore partners with Vietnamese travel platform to woo tourists

The collaboration features a multi-channel marketing campaign, curated travel packages, and regular updates on Singapore’s tourism offerings.

Timeout April 04, 2025 | 14:37

Vietnam ranks among top five most popular diving destinations in Asia

The survey was conducted in 11 key tourism markets in the region, with a focus on Southeast Asia. Across Asia, Indonesia takes the top spot as the most popular diving destination, followed by the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam.

Timeout March 28, 2025 | 15:19

Sa Pa Passport: The latest travel sensation inspiring wanderlust

Thanks to the close collaboration between the Lao Cai Tourism Association and content creators, this product has started receiving positive feedback from both domestic and international visitors.

Timeout March 12, 2025 | 14:31

Vietnam ripe for ultra-rich tourism boost

Vietnam is attempting to increase its allure to ultra-wealthy tourists in a way that would not only bring economic benefits, but also encourage a rise in service quality in the industry.

Hotels & Restaurants May 22, 2025 | 11:06

The Reverie Saigon unfolds distinctive culinary journey through time

Embark on a remarkable journey of culinary exploration with The Reverie Saigon.

The Insider January 29, 2025 | 00:38

Vietnam can be global hot spot in 2025

After a stellar year in terms of traveller numbers and new products, industry leaders wish to capitalise on the forward momentum. Hoteliers spoke to VIR’s Hoang Dan about their optimism for the sector in 2025.

Lifestyle May 22, 2025 | 17:04

E-commerce businesses thrive with TikTok tool

In the context of Vietnam's rising e-commerce market, leveraging data and technology tools has led to success among large enterprises and local sellers.

Entertainment May 23, 2025 | 16:36

Vietnam's events industry moves into the spotlight

Vietnam's entertainment boom is proving to be fertile ground for talent in the events industry, driving jobs and economic growth.

Videos

EU considers Vietnam trusted, prioritised partner in Asia-Pacific: Ambassador

PM welcomes Skoda Auto’s support for Vietnam’s automobile industry

PM calls for bold policies to drive education, healthcare development

Vietnam seeks French support for nuclear energy development

Expanding credit scale to support economic growth

PM works with prominent Vietnamese businesses in Czech Republic, Europe

Talkshow: Anticipating opportunities in the stock market in 2025

Investing 2025: Decoding Variables - Embracing Opportunities

Locals enjoy Malaysian cuisine in Ho Chi Minh City

[Talkshow] Economic scenarios after Donald Trump is re-elected as US President

Live: ESG in Banking: Leading in Implementation

Sports

Sports May 12, 2025 | 08:49

NovaGroup and Public Security Sports Association join forces

NovaGroup on May 9 signed a cooperation agreement with the Vietnam Public Security Sports Association.

Sports April 08, 2025 | 17:33

Midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc invited to watch Manchester City match

European giant Manchester City FC have invited Vietnamese midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc to the Etihad to meet with its player and watch a English Premier League match.

Sports April 08, 2025 | 17:30

Midfielder Nguyen Quang Hai set to join J1 League Club

Vietnamese midfielder Nguyen Quang Hai is likely to sign a contract to join a team in Japan's J1 League.

Sports March 31, 2025 | 13:55

Nestlé MILO marks 10 years as Tien Phong Marathon sponsor

Nestlé MILO sponsored the 66th edition of the Tien Phong Marathon, held in Dong Ha, Quang Tri province, from March 28 to 30.

Photos

Photos April 30, 2025 | 11:00

Military parade held to celebrate National Reunification Day

The resolute footsteps of Vietnam’s military forces echoed through the streets and in the hearts of all those in attendance.

Photos April 28, 2025 | 18:40

Symbols of Ho Chi Minh City beneath the "Wings of Steel"

On April 25, the Air Defence – Air Force Service launched helicopter training flights over Ho Chi Minh City, featuring a powerful display of nationalism.

Photos April 21, 2025 | 08:56

Ho Chi Minh City: A modern urban metropolis after 50 years of reunification

Fifty years after national reunification, Ho Chi Minh City has undergone a dramatic transformation, emerging as Vietnam’s leading economic and cultural hub.

Photos April 17, 2025 | 15:03

Tan Son Nhat T3 officially open for commercial flights

On April 17, Tan Son Nhat International Airport's new terminal opened for its first commercial flight.

Photos April 14, 2025 | 12:30

Armed forces rehearse for 50th anniversary of reunification

More than 5,000 officers and soldiers from various armed forces have taken part in a full military parade rehearsal in preparation for the 50th anniversary of reunification.

Society

Swing for the Kids CSR

Pilot smart border project to be launched at Mong Cai international border gate

Entertainment May 23, 2025 | 16:36

Vietnam's events industry moves into the spotlight

Vietnam's entertainment boom is proving to be fertile ground for talent in the events industry, driving jobs and economic growth.

Society May 23, 2025 | 16:01

Pilot smart border project to be launched at Mong Cai international border gate

Specific plans were proposed to pilot the development of a smart border gate at Mong Cai (Vietnam) – Dongxing (China) international border gate pair.

Swing for the Kids January 21, 2025 | 16:50

Supporting students in mountainous areas: from heart to heart

The Swing for the Kids scholarship fund has granted more than 21,000 scholarships for poor students and supported upgrades of learning facilities across Vietnam.

Swing for the Kids December 05, 2024 | 09:53

A journey of uplifting the future of children in remote areas

The "Winter of sharing love 2024" journey is a path that ignites hope and spreads warmth to the children in a remote part of Yen Bai province.

CSR May 22, 2025 | 18:09

SCG celebrates 17 years of inclusive impact in Ba Ria-Vung Tau

In celebration of International Children’s Day 2025, SCG hosted an event titled “Dreams on a Nurturing Journey" on May 22 in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau.

CSR May 16, 2025 | 11:30

TCP Vietnam CSR initiatives among top 10 most influential social media campaigns

Two CSR initiatives run by TCP Vietnam have been named among the top 10 most influential campaigns on social media in the second half of 2024.

World News

"OTOD Smart Living" drives rural digital shift in Thailand

US set to impose steep tariffs on solar panel imports from Southeast Asia

Singapore to trial AI system for faster heart disease diagnosis in public hospitals

Vietnam, UN reinforce development partnership amid global shifts

Thailand closely monitoring spread of Omicron XEC variant

Indonesia builds AI model for malaria diagnosis

World News May 23, 2025 | 15:48

"OTOD Smart Living" drives rural digital shift in Thailand

The project focuses specifically on smart city development, leveraging technology to elevate the daily lives of villagers and foster more resilient communities in Thailand.

World News May 23, 2025 | 15:40

US set to impose steep tariffs on solar panel imports from Southeast Asia

The US International Trade Commission (ITC) determined on May 20 that domestic solar panel makers were materially harmed or threatened by a flood of cheap imports from four Southeast Asian nations, bringing the US a step closer to imposing stiff duties on those goods.

World News May 23, 2025 | 15:37

Singapore to trial AI system for faster heart disease diagnosis in public hospitals

The National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) on May 20 announced that it will pilot an artificial intelligence (AI) system across three public hospitals, aimed at significantly reducing the time required for cardiac scan analysis and enabling faster diagnosis of coronary artery disease.

World News May 22, 2025 | 17:01