How do the EU's stringent regulations affect Vietnamese export? (10/03/2026)
The European Union (EU) has recently implemented three stringent regulations affecting imports into its market, aiming to tighten environmental standards and promote sustainable development.

HCMC exports face 7-10 day delays and shipping surcharges amid Middle East conflict (10/03/2026)
Due to disruptions in several shipping lanes, cargo transit times have increased by 7 to 10 days, leading to a substantial rise in logistics costs for enterprises.

Vietnam climbs to 2nd place in attracting regional CEOs (10/03/2026)
Vietnam is emerging as a standout performer amidst a global landscape defined by geopolitical volatility and rapid technological breakthroughs.

South Korea's firm to build $250 mln anode material plant in Vietnam (10/03/2026)
By leveraging the expertise and technology accumulated through its domestic operations, the company expects to achieve large-scale production in Vietnam at more competitive costs, thereby supplying products to its global customer base.

Party leader proposes GE Vernova to promote energy cooperation with Vietnam (10/03/2026)
Focus to be made on infrastructure, technology and human resources.

Low-emission rice paves the way for higher-value rice exports (10/03/2026)
After two years of implementing the programme to develop one million hectares of high-quality, low-emission rice, rice production in the Mekong Delta is shifting toward greener practices, thereby opening opportunities to raise the value of rice exports.

Vietnam's agro-forestry-fishery exports earn $11.3bln in 2M (09/03/2026)
Asia remaining the largest buyer, making up 45.5% of total export value.

Food businesses must complete product declarations by April 16 (09/03/2026)
The Ministry of Health has requested associations to notify their member enterprises, organizations, and individuals to prepare and fully meet the necessary conditions to implement Decree 46 and Resolution 66.13, effective from April 16.

Vietnam wood industry shifts to quality and certification as exports grow (09/03/2026)
Vietnam's wood and furniture industry is entering a new phase of competition shaped by tightening global standards on quality, sustainability, and supply chain transparency.

EU standing ready to boost trade, investing (09/03/2026)
Trade and investment ties between Vietnam and the EU have been significantly improved by a bilateral trade deal. Julien Guerrier, Ambassador of the EU to Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Tung about the cooperation prospects to build on such ties.

FDI disbursement in first two months highest in five years (09/03/2026)
Foreign direct investment disbursed in Vietnam during the first two months of the year was estimated at $3.21 billion, up 8.8 per cent on year, according to the Statistics Office. This is the highest level of disbursed FDI for the first two months over the past five years.

Dutch semiconductor giant to build $1 billion production facility in Vietnam (09/03/2026)
Dutch chipmaking equipment supplier BE Semiconductor Industries NV (Besi) has revealed its plan to construct a new production facility in Vietnam.

Global engagement (05/03/2026)
Former Ambassador of Australia to Vietnam, H.E. Andrew Goledzinowski, shares his thoughts with Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy’s Linh Tong on Vietnam’s growing international profile.

Samsung's four factories in Vietnam generate $3.53bln in profit (05/03/2026)
These factories alone contributed 25.4% of Sam Sung's total revenue globally.

Japan’s Fujiya strengthens production base in Vietnam (05/03/2026)
Japanese confectionery maker Fujiya is developing its production base in Vietnam to serve both domestic and export markets.

Agency of Foreign Trade warns of trade disruption due to Middle East conflict (05/03/2026)
The Agency of Foreign Trade under Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has issued a dispatch to export-import and logistics associations, warning of mounting risks to global trade and supply chains amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Middle East tensions drive cost pressures for seafood exporters (05/03/2026)
Seafood companies are facing mounting cost pressures and rising cold chain risks as the Middle East conflict escalates, posing urgent questions about market restructuring.

Greece seeks to expand economic cooperation with Vietnam (05/03/2026)
Greece is looking to deepen its economic ties with Vietnam by boosting cooperation in key sectors such as transportation, logistics, and agricultural exports.

Hanoi attracts US$335.6 million in FDI in first two months (04/03/2026)
Hanoi attracted US$335.6 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first two months of 2026, reflecting steady investor interest in the capital city.

US easing curbs opens new chapter for Vietnam’s chip industry (04/03/2026)
Washington’s move to ease export controls could transform Vietnam from a chip assembly hub into a manufacturing partner and a strategic alternative to China, Rest of World reported.