Rice exports up 5% in volume in first two months of 2026
In the first two months of the year, rice exports reached 1.3 million tonnes valued at 599.3 million USD, up 5% in volume but down 11.2% in value compared with the same period last year.
Resolution 68: International lessons for private sector development
A common feature in many successful economies is a fundamental shift in the perception of private enterprises. In countries such as Singapore, Germany, Republic of Korea (RoK) and China, private firms are viewed not mainly as entities requiring strict control but as development partners and key forces generating growth, jobs and innovation.
Vietnam deserves credit for highly successful diplomatic strategy: Australian scholar
According to Prof. Carl Thayer, the Vietnamese Government certainly demonstrates a deep understanding of global developments. In the face of geopolitical tensions, Hanoi has preserved economic growth and restated its commitment to the settlement of disputes via diplomatic means.
5G technology expansion expected to boost Vietnam’s digital economy
The Ministry of Science and Technology reported that by 2025, 5G had been commercialised nationwide, covering more than 90% of the population. Viettel alone has deployed 30,000 5G base stations, achieving 90% outdoor coverage and 70% indoor coverage, exceeding its commitments to the Government.
Objectives of Vietnam’s sci-tech, innovation strategy reachable: Israeli expert
Vietnam is aiming to become a high-tech economy with the STI pillars identified as the enablers, and the local conditions enable their rapid development, said an Israeli expert.
Digital economy – driver for Vietnam’s breakthrough in new development phase
The digital economy is establishing itself as a pillar of Vietnam’s development process as it is expected to reach about 39 billion USD in 2025 and boasts one of the fastest growth rates in Southeast Asia.
PM pushes trust, breakthroughs to accelerate private sector growth
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh noted that since the rollout of Resolution 68, alongside supporting resolutions from the National Assembly (NA) and Government, there has been a marked change in understanding the private sector’s critical position and role in Vietnam’s socialist-oriented market economy.
Digital economy as driver, digital society as foundation of growth: PM
The forum, themed “Developing an inclusive and comprehensive digital economy and digital society to achieve double-digit GDP growth in the 2026–2030 period,” brought together leaders of ministries and localities, technology enterprises, research institutions, experts and representatives of international organisations in Vietnam.
PM proposes three strategic assurances for growth at G20 Summit
PM Chinh reaffirmed that Vietnam stands ready to cooperate actively, equally and for mutual benefit with all countries, the G20 and the broader international community for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world where development is inclusive and no one is left behind.
Nearly 18 billion cashless transactions recorded in nine months
Nearly 18 billion cashless transactions were recorded in the first nine months of 2025, with total value surpassing 260 quadrillion VND (nearly 10 billion USD).