New platform for stock market launched

New platform for stock market launched

The Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange launched a new platform to mark the 25th anniversary of the Vietnamese stock market on July 28.
Securities provide important capital channel in new era

Securities provide important capital channel in new era

Each index, product, and investor on the stock market contributes to creating a rich and sustainable investment ecosystem.
Vietnamese stock market celebrates 25th anniversary

Vietnamese stock market celebrates 25th anniversary

Vietnam celebrated the 25th anniversary of its stock market on July 28 in Ho Chi Minh City and the launch of a new IT system.
From petrol to power: Vietnam’s two-wheeler market embraces the green shift Masan hits over 50 per cent of 2025 profit target
From petrol to power: Vietnam’s two-wheeler market embraces the green shift

From petrol to power: Vietnam’s two-wheeler market embraces the green shift

Vietnam’s green mobility transition is gaining momentum as electric vehicle manufacturers roll out large-scale trade-in programmes.
Masan hits over 50 per cent of 2025 profit target

Masan hits over 50 per cent of 2025 profit target

Masan Group Corporation released its unaudited management accounts for the second quarter and first half of 2025 on July 28.
Vietnam is showing resilience amid global headwinds

Vietnam is showing resilience amid global headwinds

Vietnam faces both headwinds and openings in today’s global landscape, says Standard Chartered Vietnam CEO Nguyen Thuy Hanh.
Fortinet advances quantum-safe security

Fortinet advances quantum-safe security

Fortinet has announced innovations within its unified operating system, FortiOS, that protect against quantum-computing threats to current encryption standards.
Nam Dinh Vu Industrial Park taps new free trade zone to attract high-quality investment Coherent ramps up Vietnam investment with $127 million Dong Nai factory
Nam Dinh Vu Industrial Park taps new free trade zone to attract high-quality investment

Nam Dinh Vu Industrial Park taps new free trade zone to attract high-quality investment

The introduction of a new-generation free trade zone in Haiphong is set to unlock a wave of high-value investment.
Coherent ramps up Vietnam investment with $127 million Dong Nai factory

Coherent ramps up Vietnam investment with $127 million Dong Nai factory

Coherent inaugurated its new manufacturing facility in Nhon Trach Industrial Park, Dong Nai province, on July 28.
Serbiz secures pre-seed investment from Antler after igniting Vietnam's gig economy

Serbiz secures pre-seed investment from Antler after igniting Vietnam's gig economy

Global early-stage investor Antler Vietnam on July 29 announced its latest pre-seed investment in Serbiz, a fast-growing, AI-powered gig marketplace.
Viettel Global posts Q2 net profit of $91.14 million

Viettel Global posts Q2 net profit of $91.14 million

Viettel Global released its consolidated financial statement for the second quarter of 2025 on July 29, highlighting continued impressive growth.
KPMG launches tariff modeller in Vietnam to navigate US tariff risks Leveraging one million social housing units nationwide
KPMG launches tariff modeller in Vietnam to navigate US tariff risks

KPMG launches tariff modeller in Vietnam to navigate US tariff risks

KPMG has unveiled a tariff modelling platform to help foreign-invested companies and exporters in Vietnam navigate US tariff risks.
Leveraging one million social housing units nationwide

Leveraging one million social housing units nationwide

After more than four years since an initiative was established to build one million social housing units for the 2021–2030 period, less than 85,300 units have been completed, achieving just 8 per cent of the target.
KPMG launches tariff modeller in Vietnam to navigate US tariff risks

KPMG launches tariff modeller in Vietnam to navigate US tariff risks

KPMG has unveiled a tariff modelling platform to help foreign-invested companies and exporters in Vietnam navigate US tariff risks.
Vietnamese businesses navigate US tariffs

Vietnamese businesses navigate US tariffs

As US tariffs continue to pressure global trade, Vietnamese businesses are undergoing a comprehensive transformation to adapt and stay competitive.
Financial hubs are bold reimagining

Financial hubs are bold reimagining

Vietnam is accelerating its ambition to become a recognised global financial hub. Associate Ngo Dang Loc and managing associate Le Mai Phuong from Indochine Counsel explain how the country is poised to attract world-class investors and cultivate a vibrant business environment.
Gearing human resources towards business success amidst evolving challenges

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.
The promising future of Vietnam’s golf tourism

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
AIA leads the charge to healthier, longer, better lives

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
Innovation for future communities

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.
SABECO: 2023 journey of community development

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.
Technology at the core of Vietnam’s energy transition Battery network can allay concerns UK a long-standing partner in Vietnam’s energy mix plans Self-sufficient solar policy thrashed out Criteria is clear to ensure value in Vietnam’s rooftop solar power Beneo joins forces in ambitious sustainable rice farming project in Vietnam
Technology at the core of Vietnam’s energy transition

Technology at the core of Vietnam’s energy transition

Vietnam is accelerating its energy transition, seeking to combine rapid renewable energy expansion with advanced storage and grid technologies.
Battery network can allay concerns

Battery network can allay concerns

Expanding the network of battery-swapping stations could resolve concerns about a charging network shortage for electric vehicles.
UK a long-standing partner in Vietnam’s energy mix plans

UK a long-standing partner in Vietnam’s energy mix plans

Vietnam has set ambitious goals for sustainable growth, with its revised Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8) positioning the country as a regional leader in clean energy. Central to this vision is the expansion of large-scale renewable energy generation, including new offshore wind (OSW) power.
Self-sufficient solar policy thrashed out

Self-sufficient solar policy thrashed out

The government is expected to enact a new policy to encourage self-sufficient energy consumption and ease pressure on the national grid.
Criteria is clear to ensure value in Vietnam’s rooftop solar power

Criteria is clear to ensure value in Vietnam’s rooftop solar power

With rooftop solar emerging as a critical tool for Vietnamese manufacturers to meet global green supply chain demands, Pham Dang An, deputy general director of Vu Phong Energy Group, told VIR’s Nguyen Thu that the race is now on to resolve financing, policy, and storage barriers.
Beneo joins forces in ambitious sustainable rice farming project in Vietnam

Beneo joins forces in ambitious sustainable rice farming project in Vietnam

Beneo is collaborating with Rikolto and CarbonFarm to promote sustainable rice production in Vietnam.
Outlines offered to ensure full social housing mortgage loans Social housing still out of reach for low-income earners
Outlines offered to ensure full social housing mortgage loans

Outlines offered to ensure full social housing mortgage loans

The Ministry of Construction has proposed a number of adjustments to social housing loan policies, including lower interest rates and longer loan tenures, following a joint proposal submitted by Vingroup and Techcombank.
Social housing still out of reach for low-income earners

Social housing still out of reach for low-income earners

Despite growing demand for social housing, particularly in major cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, the supply remains bottlenecked due to various regulatory, procedural, and policy barriers.
Forum focuses on financial solutions for ESG in real estate

Forum focuses on financial solutions for ESG in real estate

A forum titled “Implementing ESG in real estate in Vietnam: Opportunities and financial solutions for sustainability” was held in Hanoi on June 17.
Ho Chi Minh City merger paves way for real estate boom

Ho Chi Minh City merger paves way for real estate boom

Ho Chi Minh City's merger with Binh Duong and Ba Ria-Vung Tau marks Vietnam’s first multi-centred megacity.
Ministry of Finance partners with localities to address fiscal challenges Corporate bonds a critical lifeline for Vietnam’s infrastructure ambitions
Ministry of Finance partners with localities to address fiscal challenges

Ministry of Finance partners with localities to address fiscal challenges

The Ministry of Finance is taking steps to assist localities in ensuring the smooth operation of the new financial and budgetary model at commune level.
Corporate bonds a critical lifeline for Vietnam’s infrastructure ambitions

Corporate bonds a critical lifeline for Vietnam’s infrastructure ambitions

Corporate bonds are emerging as a vital tool to attract long-term private capital and boost sustainable growth.
Global Care launches Vietnam’s first insurance KOL platform

Global Care launches Vietnam’s first insurance KOL platform

Global Care Consulting JSC, one of Vietnam’s leading insurtechs, unveiled its insurance Key Opinion Leader (KOL) platform on July 23.
Liberty Insurance leaves mark at 2025 Insurance Asia Awards with dual wins

Liberty Insurance leaves mark at 2025 Insurance Asia Awards with dual wins

Liberty Insurance has solidified its position in the Vietnamese and regional insurance market with two prestigious awards at the Insurance Asia Awards 2025.
Cashless payments record strong growth in H1

Cashless payments record strong growth in H1

In the first half of 2025, cashless payments continued to show strong growth in both the public and private sectors.
VIB introduces PayFlex in first implementation of Visa VFC technology in Vietnam

VIB introduces PayFlex in first implementation of Visa VFC technology in Vietnam

Vietnam International Bank (VIB) is introducing VIB PayFlex, an innovative financial feature developed on the Visa Flexible Credential (VFC) technology.
Lang Son achieves UNESCO Global Geopark recognition

Lang Son achieves UNESCO Global Geopark recognition

Lang Son Geopark has just been honoured with the UNESCO Certificate recognising it as a UNESCO Global Geopark, marking a significant milestone in the journey to preserve and promote the natural and cultural values of the northern province of Lang Son.
Progress on 1-million-unit social housing scheme

Progress on 1-million-unit social housing scheme

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on June 2 chaired a conference to implement the National Assembly's Resolution 201/2025/QH15 on piloting special mechanisms for social housing development and review progress in the first five months of 2025.
Making Vietnam an events tourism hotspot

Making Vietnam an events tourism hotspot

Hoteliers shared with VIR’s Que Chi their strategic solutions to meet the rising demand of clients for an inspiring environment that seamlessly combines business with leisure, cutting-edge technology, and emotional engagement.
Fusion Hotel Group kicks off summer campaign to celebrate Fusionlife’s first anniversary

Fusion Hotel Group kicks off summer campaign to celebrate Fusionlife’s first anniversary

Fusion Hotel Group is launching an exciting new campaign starting July 1, offering exclusive perks to loyalty members.
Sheraton Hanoi West announces new promotions

Sheraton Hanoi West announces new promotions

Sheraton Hanoi West has introduced new promotions to welcome guests with seamless work experiences and moments of effortless relaxation.
Vietnam’s street food adored by all

Vietnam’s street food adored by all

Vietnam offers an extraordinary culinary landscape marked by refinement and diversity.
A taste of Malaysia arrives at the Sheraton Hanoi from July 30

A taste of Malaysia arrives at the Sheraton Hanoi from July 30

Sheraton Hanoi will host a five-night Malaysian food festival from July 30 to August 3, featuring guest chefs from Kuala Lumpur at Oven D’or Restaurant.
Revitalising business through strategic and stylish engagement

Revitalising business through strategic and stylish engagement

As global economies rebound and business travel regains momentum, the events industry is emerging as a critical driver in reconnecting professionals, forging new partnerships, and revitalising corporate culture.
Nestlé Vietnam implements NESTGEN 2025 to future proof young people

Nestlé Vietnam implements NESTGEN 2025 to future proof young people

NESTGEN 2025 aims to empower the youth to gain access to knowledge, develop essential skills, and thrive towards a sustainable future.
Maxilite by Dulux launches national contest for painters

Maxilite by Dulux launches national contest for painters

Maxilite by Dulux launched the “Maxilite - Golden Roller” contest on July 28.
Game-changing tech and startups to star at Vietnam Sport Show

Game-changing tech and startups to star at Vietnam Sport Show

The Vietnam Sport Show 2025 will take place from Ho Chi Minh City from August 14-16.
Vietnam women's team secure 6-0 victory over UAE in Asian Cup qualifiers

Vietnam women's team secure 6-0 victory over UAE in Asian Cup qualifiers

With this result, Vietnam continue to top Group E with two convincing wins, scoring 13 goals and conceding none.
Herbalife Vietnam supports VnExpress Marathon Quy Nhon 2025

Herbalife Vietnam supports VnExpress Marathon Quy Nhon 2025

Herbalife Vietnam is sponsoring the VnExpress Marathon Quy Nhon for the third consecutive year, one of the largest community sports events in the country.
Vietnam lose first Asian Cup qualifiers match against Malaysia

Vietnam lose first Asian Cup qualifiers match against Malaysia

With the home advantage and a clear gap in physicality, Malaysia's new-and-improved national side scored four in this match.
Launch of the “Green Moments - Green Actions - Green Future” photography contest

Launch of the “Green Moments - Green Actions - Green Future” photography contest

The launch ceremony for the “Green Moments - Green Actions - Green Future” photography contest was held on June 5.
Military parade held to celebrate National Reunification Day

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

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

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.
Tan Son Nhat T3 officially open for commercial flights

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.
Vietnam steps up online fight against human trafficking Drowning rates yet to reduce fast enough
Vietnam steps up online fight against human trafficking

Vietnam steps up online fight against human trafficking

Vietnam ramps up anti-trafficking efforts with stronger coordination and tech tools, reinforcing its commitment to victim protection and prevention.
Drowning rates yet to reduce fast enough

Drowning rates yet to reduce fast enough

Drowning remains a leading cause of death among children in Vietnam, particularly among those aged 5 to 14.
Supporting students in mountainous areas: from heart to heart

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.
A journey of uplifting the future of children in remote areas

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.
China's SPIC launches community scheme in Central Highlands

China's SPIC launches community scheme in Central Highlands

China’s SPIC launched a new community initiative in Ya Bal commune, Gia Lai province, on July 24 to support local development.
New partnership targets improved cancer care for Vietnamese women

New partnership targets improved cancer care for Vietnamese women

Vietnam is stepping up its efforts to improve women’s health with a new national plan targeting breast and cervical cancer.
CIMB Bank sharpens ASEAN strategy amid shifting global and regional currents US tariffs cloud ASEAN+3 outlook Young ASEAN business leaders to meet New Zealand counterparts Vietnam summit to bring together Kiwi and Southeast Asian entrepreneurs Vietnam to highlight development aspirations at expanded BRICS summit: Official UOB spurs ASEAN cross-border connections with signing of MoUs
CIMB Bank sharpens ASEAN strategy amid shifting global and regional currents

CIMB Bank sharpens ASEAN strategy amid shifting global and regional currents

CIMB Group is recalibrating its long-term playbook to lead with digital resilience, sustainable finance, and regional adaptability.
US tariffs cloud ASEAN+3 outlook

US tariffs cloud ASEAN+3 outlook

The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office forecasts the ASEAN+3 region will grow at 3.8 per cent in 2025 and 3.6 per cent in 2026.
Young ASEAN business leaders to meet New Zealand counterparts

Young ASEAN business leaders to meet New Zealand counterparts

Business leaders from New Zealand and Southeast Asia will gather in Vietnam for the ASEAN Young Business Leaders Initiative Summit.
Vietnam summit to bring together Kiwi and Southeast Asian entrepreneurs

Vietnam summit to bring together Kiwi and Southeast Asian entrepreneurs

Business leaders and entrepreneurs from New Zealand and Southeast Asia will gather in Vietnam this July for the ASEAN Young Business Leaders Initiative Summit
Vietnam to highlight development aspirations at expanded BRICS summit: Official

Vietnam to highlight development aspirations at expanded BRICS summit: Official

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is also expected to reaffirm Vietnam's strong commitment to peace, stability, cooperation, and development on this occasion; as well as its desire to deepen ties with Brazil and diversify economic, trade, and investment partnerships with high-potential regions.
UOB spurs ASEAN cross-border connections with signing of MoUs

UOB spurs ASEAN cross-border connections with signing of MoUs

UOB has signed five MoUs with government agencies and leading industry players in ASEAN and Greater China to bolster regional economic integration and FDI.