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Gamuda Land leads market momentum with Springville launch

By Ha Thuy July 08, 2025 | 16:30

A remarkable 97 per cent of townhouses and shophouses at Springville, a newly launched world-class township, were taken up within just hours of its debut.

Strong industrial performance fuels economic momentum amid headwinds

By Ha Thuy July 08, 2025 | 11:18

Vietnam’s industrial production surged 9.2 per cent in the first half of 2025, marking its strongest growth since 2020.

Vietnam’s economy on track for record first-half growth

By Nguyen Huong July 07, 2025 | 13:13

Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang has said that first-half GDP could rise by 7.3 per cent, the highest since 2008.

Agricultural trade worth $57 billion in first half of 2025

By Thai An July 04, 2025 | 18:02

Vietnam’s agricultural trade hit $57 billion in the first half of 2025, driven by strong export growth and rising global demand for AFFP.

National Assembly's Resolution on International Financial Centre issued

By VNA July 04, 2025 | 15:51

The resolution also aims to create an attractive environment for investment in the financial service sector to promote investment ..

Agricultural land use tax exemption extended through 2030

By VNA July 04, 2025 | 15:38

Vietnam has extended agricultural land use tax exemption until December 31, 2030 under a resolution recently signed by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man.

Canada can learn from flexible policy approach of Vietnam

By Thanh Tung July 03, 2025 | 15:48

As Vietnam and Canada mark seven years of comprehensive partnership, the diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations are flourishing. Ahead of Canada Day on July 1, Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam, Shawn Perry Steil, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Tung about the future of this vibrant cooperation.

Vietnam’s electronics sector rising fast, but structural hurdles remain

By Nguyen Thu July 03, 2025 | 15:30

Vietnam has emerged as a key electronics and semiconductor manufacturing hub in Asia, but experts warn that local firms still face considerable challenges.

PPPs in science and technology pave way for private investment

By Nguyen Huong July 03, 2025 | 14:36

New mechanisms are opening up the door for the private sector in science and technology and digital transformation in the form of PPPs.

Resolution 68 spurs record number of new businesses

By Nguyen Huong July 03, 2025 | 14:24

The number of new startups and businesses established hit a record in June after Resolution No.68-NQ/TW on private economic development was issued.

Vietnam launches science and technology exchange

By Bich Thuy July 02, 2025 | 13:12

The exchange aims to boost technology transactions, and improve productivity and efficiency.

Vietnam Private Sector Forum to push transparency and modern development

By Nguyen Huong July 02, 2025 | 13:04

The Vietnam Private Sector Forum 2025 (VPSF 2025), a national-level policy and action platform, is scheduled to take place from July to September.

BESS solutions build up steam in Vietnam

By Nguyen Thu July 02, 2025 | 09:47

As electricity demand surges and renewable energy integration strains the grid, battery energy storage systems are drawing strong interest from enterprises seeking to secure power stability and reduce curtailment.