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Vietnam's garment manufacturers face mounting headwinds

Economy - Mon, July 13, 2026 | 12:52 pm GTM+7

Despite first-half solid business performance by some major manufacturers such as Vinatex and TNG, the Vietnamese textile-garment sector continues to face pressure from weak demand, rising costs and intensifying competition heading into the second half of the year.

Capital flows still lag green investment needs in Vietnam: BlackRock Switzerland chair

Central Vietnam hub Danang plans to tokenize nearly $4 bln in infrastructure projects to attract global capital

Vietnam ministers outline measures to unlock growth drivers

Vietnam's FDI disbursement hits five-year high in H1

Vietnam economy expands 8.39% in Q2, H1 growth hits 8.18%

Vietnam, European Free Trade Association conclude FTA talks after nearly 14 years

Vietnam's manufacturing recovery gaining traction: S&P

The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index posted 51.8 in June, down from 52.8 in May but still above the 50.0 no-change mark, reflecting an improvement in the health of the sector.

Economy - Fri, July 3, 2026 | 11:26 am GTM+7

Dragon Capital, VinaCapital, Mitsubishi outline proposals to attract high-quality FDI

Executives from Dragon Capital, VinaCapital and Mitsubishi Corporation called on Vietnam to accelerate stock market reforms, lower capital costs, strengthen domestic supply chains and deepen links between foreign-invested and local companies to attract higher-quality foreign direct investment.

Economy - Thu, July 2, 2026 | 3:55 pm GTM+7

Vietnam's top leader calls for leveraging foreign investment to strengthen domestic capacity, self-reliance

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on Tuesday emphasized the need for a fundamental shift in Vietnam’s approach to foreign investment, affirming that the country aims to use external resources to strengthen domestic capabilities and strategic autonomy rather than simply attract capital.

Economy - Tue, June 30, 2026 | 4:11 pm GTM+7

FDI firms pin hopes on Hanoi's 100-year master plan to boost high-tech investment

Foreign-invested companies said Hanoi's newly unveiled 100-year master plan could improve the investment climate, foster a highly skilled workforce and strengthen linkages between foreign and domestic businesses, as the Vietnamese capital shifts its focus from attracting investment to targeting high-tech projects and strategic investors.

Economy - Tue, June 30, 2026 | 10:43 am GTM+7

Vietnam's Politburo pushes for lighter criminal penalties for economic, technology offences

The Politburo, Vietnam's highest decision-making body, has directed a review of the country's criminal policy aimed at reducing prison sentences for economic- and technology-related offences while expanding the use of financial penalties, as part of efforts to encourage investment and support economic growth.

Economy - Mon, June 29, 2026 | 11:51 pm GTM+7

Vietnam officially launches first carbon trading exchange

Vietnam officially launched its carbon trading exchange on Monday, recording its first transactions in greenhouse gas emission allowances as the country moves to establish a domestic carbon market aimed at supporting its net-zero emissions goals.

Economy - Mon, June 29, 2026 | 4:48 pm GTM+7

Hanoi unveils 100-year capital master plan, launches investment promotion drive

Hanoi on Monday unveiled its new master plan with a 100-year development vision as the Vietnamese capital city seeks to attract investment and chart its long-term urban growth strategy.

Economy - Mon, June 29, 2026 | 1:53 pm GTM+7

Vietnam targets 11.9% GDP growth in H2 to achieve double-digit expansion in 2026

Vietnam's government has set a target of 11.9% economic growth in the second half of 2026 to achieve its goal of expanding GDP by at least 10% for the full year, according to a government resolution issued on Saturday.

Economy - Mon, June 29, 2026 | 1:09 pm GTM+7

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.

Economy - Thu, June 25, 2026 | 5:20 pm GTM+7

Vietnam's central hub Danang needs $350 bln for new long-term development plan

Vietnam’s central city of Danang will require an estimated $350 billion in long-term investment to implement a draft master plan extending to 2050 with a vision to 2075.

Economy - Tue, June 23, 2026 | 5:09 pm GTM+7

Hanoi breaks ground on five metro lines, three rental housing projects

Hanoi on Sunday broke ground on five urban railway lines with a combined length of more than 303.5 km, alongside three rental housing projects that will add more than 8,300 apartments to the market.

Economy - Mon, June 22, 2026 | 1:05 pm GTM+7

New-generation FDI policy seen benefiting industrial parks, technology, financial sectors

Vietnam's new policy framework for the foreign-invested sector - the Politburo's Resolution No. 10, is expected to benefit industrial real estate, technology-semiconductor, banking, securities, logistics and energy companies, as the country shifts its focus toward higher-quality investment, according to brokerage Mirae Asset.

Economy - Sat, June 20, 2026 | 10:51 am GTM+7

Over 38% of Vietnamese businesses still face informal costs despite reforms: survey

More than 38% of businesses in Vietnam still pay informal charges, highlighting persistent gaps between regulatory reforms and their implementation, according to a survey by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).

Economy - Tue, June 16, 2026 | 11:26 am GTM+7

China ready to expand railway, power connectivity with Vietnam: PM

China is prepared to strengthen railway cooperation and enhance power grid connectivity with Vietnam, thereby expanding logistics corridors, trade links, and energy cooperation, said Chinese Premier Li Qiang during a phone talk with his Vietnamese counterpart Le Minh Hung on Monday.

Economy - Tue, June 16, 2026 | 8:52 am GTM+7

Japanese products dominate Vietnamese consumer trust, but younger shoppers rewriting rules

Japanese products continue to enjoy the highest level of trust among Vietnamese consumers, reinforcing the country’s position as the benchmark for quality and reliability in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing consumer markets, according to a new survey by market research firm Q&Me.

Economy - Mon, June 15, 2026 | 6:48 pm GTM+7

Vietnam Politburo issues resolution on FDI sector development

The Politburo, Vietnam's highest decision-making body, has issued a resolution that establishes a new mindset in developing the FDI sector.

Economy - Sat, June 13, 2026 | 8:17 am GTM+7

How trade deficit affecting Vietnam's foreign exchange flows, currency

Vietnam recorded its first trade deficit in nearly a decade during the first five months of the year, but the impact on the country's foreign exchange balance and currency has so far remained limited, according to Can Van Luc, chief economist at state-controlled bank BIDV.

Economy - Thu, June 11, 2026 | 11:59 am GTM+7

Vietnam aims to have 5 tech firms with at least $1 bln annual revenue from overseas markets by 2030

Vietnam aims to have five technology companies achieve a minimum annual revenue of $1 billion from overseas markets by 2030, under a new prime ministerial decision.

Economy - Tue, June 9, 2026 | 8:53 am GTM+7

Vietnam has potential to become an AI leader: former Google CEO

Vietnam has the potential to emerge as a global leader in artificial intelligence thanks to its strong talent pool and growing commitment to technology development, Google's former executive chairman and former CEO Eric Schmidt said during a visit to the country.

Economy - Sun, June 7, 2026 | 2:51 pm GTM+7