Vietnam's coffee export value hits 4.78 billion USD in H1
Vietnam exported an estimated 150,000 tonnes of coffee worth 552.6 million USD in June, bringing total exports in the first half of the year to 1.1 million tonnes valued at 4.78 billion USD.
Pepper exports post double-digit growth in first half of 2026
In June, Vietnam exported 23,103 tonnes of pepper worth 151.3 million USD, down from the previous month as shipments to Asia, Africa and the Americas slowed, while demand from Europe remained stable.
Vietnamese food wins over consumers in Hong Kong
Hong Kong remained Vietnam's fifth-largest foreign investor in 2025. Bilateral trade also recorded remarkable growth of more than 70% during the year, with Vietnam's exports to Hong Kong surging by over 90%, making Vietnam the third-largest exporter to the market after mainland China and Taiwan (China).
Vietnamese rescuers recover 15 more bodies in Venezuela earthquake response
The latest recovery brings the total number of victims found by the Vietnamese mission to 45 since its deployment to the disaster zone.
Offshore wind poised to power Vietnam's marine economy
Resolution No. 36-NQ/TW on Vietnam’s Sustainable Marine Economic Development Strategy until 2030, with a vision to 2045, calls for a green, modern and innovation-driven marine economy built on science and technology. Within this framework, offshore wind has been identified as a strategic sector capable of creating new growth momentum.
First-ever Vietnamese officer appointed to senior position in UN peacekeeping mission
After more than 12 years of participation in UN peacekeeping operations, the Ministry of National Defence has deployed nearly 1,400 personnel from the Vietnam People’s Army to missions, UN headquarters, and liaison offices in Belgium.
Tourism emerges as key driver of economic growth
Vietnam’s tourism performance has been widely regarded as a bright spot at a time when the global tourism industry continues to face significant challenges, including geopolitical tensions, armed conflicts in several regions, slowing global economic growth, rising oil prices and higher travel costs.
Ambassador praises efforts of Vietnamese rescuers in Venezuela
At the field meeting, Ambassador My inquiried about the team’s living and working conditions and commended the sense of responsibility, determination, and resilience demonstrated by officers and soldiers of the contingent. He emphasised that Vietnam’s deployment of search and rescue forces to assist Venezuela in overcoming natural disaster consequences is a noble gesture, reflecting a strong spirit of international solidarity.
Ho Chi Minh City shifts from attracting FDI to building innovation ecosystem
According to the Department of Finance, as of May 31, the city had nearly 21,000 active FDI projects worth over 143.3 billion USD, remaining Vietnam’s leading FDI destination. In the first half of 2026, FDI reached over 6.8 billion USD.
Vietnam–Singapore QR payment link expands ASEAN’s digital economy infrastructure
According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, the country welcomed around 10.6 million international visitors in the first five months of 2026, up nearly 15% year on year and the highest figure recorded in many years. Singapore remained one of Vietnam’s fastest-growing source markets during the period.
World Bank upgrades Vietnam to upper-middle-income status
According to the World Bank’s latest update released on July 1, Vietnam’s gross national income (GNI) per capita reached 4,970 USD in 2025, exceeding the institution’s 4,636 USD threshold for upper-middle-income economies.
UOB Vietnam builds 450 mln USD headquarters within VIFC-HCMC
Overseas Bank (UOB) Vietnam on July 1 broke ground on UOB Plaza Ho Chi Minh City, marking marks a new milestone in its long-term growth strategy for Vietnam, a market it has identified as a key ASEAN battleground.
OP-ED: A new mindset on FDI – Vietnam’s answer to unfounded doubts
The resolution sends a clear and forceful signal of the Party’s consistent policy that the foreign-invested sector is an integral component of the national economy – one that is encouraged to develop over the long term, treated on an equal footing and expected to work alongside other sectors in pursuit of the country’s development goals.
Vietnam emerging as one of Southeast Asia’s hottest travel destinations: Fortune
With strong growth momentum, strategic investment in quality tourism, upgraded infrastructure and increasingly diversified source markets, Vietnam is steadily reinforcing its position as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic and promising tourism destinations.
Vietnam’s domestic carbon exchange launched
The carbon exchange creates a mechanism that enables businesses to optimise emission-reduction costs through trading emission quotas and carbon credits, encourages technological innovation, and supports sustainable development while maintaining the principle of not sacrificing the environment for economic growth.
Vietnamese professionals, students' association in US unveils new development strategy
The new vision, known as VPS 2.0, is built on three core principles: creating value for the community, promoting decentralised leadership, and empowering individuals and teams to drive positive impact.
Vietnamese military brings international search-and-rescue experience to Venezuela
Speaking on the sidelines of the Ministry of National Defence’s conference assigning tasks to personnel participating in the humanitarian and disaster-relief mission, Major General Ty, who is head of the Vietnamese military mission to Venezuela, also stressed that the deployment reflects Vietnam’s commitment to international solidarity and humanitarian responsibility.
Czech festival showcases story of youthful, culturally rich Vietnam
Centred on presenting a Vietnam that is youthful and dynamic while remaining deeply rooted in cultural identity, the festival offered a diverse programme combining exhibitions, cultural experiences, cuisine, performing arts and film, contributing to the promotion of Vietnam’s image and people to Czech and international audiences.
Top leader’s letter honours Vietnamese family values
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam wrote that every Vietnamese family will maintain these cherished traditional values through concrete daily actions: respecting grandparents and parents; loving and caring for children; spouses being faithful, equal, and sharing; and generations listening to, respecting, and supporting each other. Preserving the family means preserving family traditions, culture, and the enduring strength of the nation.
Series of events in France honours President Ho Chi Minh
The programme included the opening of a thematic exhibition, the launch of the bilingual Vietnamese–French photo book on Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh and France, a ceremony to receive archival photographs donated by overseas Vietnamese families who welcomed the late Vietnamese leader during his 1946 visit to the European country, and an artistic performance dedicated to his life and legacy.