VIETNAM: NEW ERA

VIETNAM: NEW ERA

NA President arrives in Beijing, beginning official visit to China

NA President arrives in Beijing, beginning official visit to China

Vietnam–China relations have continued to develop, particularly following reciprocal visits by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping.
Top leader pledges support for firms, presses tech self-reliance

Top leader pledges support for firms, presses tech self-reliance

The Vietnamese Party and State value entrepreneurs’ contributions, protect their legitimate rights and interests, and support them in realising their potential and achieving legitimate prosperity, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam said.
Ho Chi Minh City’s economy grows 9.86% in Q3

Ho Chi Minh City’s economy grows 9.86% in Q3

Ho Chi Minh City recorded 9.86% economic growth in Q3, taking its nine-month expansion to 9.06%. Strong FDI inflows, resilient services and accelerated public investment are underpinning the city’s economic performance as it seeks to maintain growth momentum in the final quarter of 2026.
Nearly 149,700 new enterprises registered in first nine months of 2026

Nearly 149,700 new enterprises registered in first nine months of 2026

Nearly 149,700 enterprises were newly registered nationwide in the first nine months of 2026, with total registered capital reaching 1.884 quadrillion VND, up 3.2% in enterprise numbers and 32.7% in capital year on year. Average registered capital per new enterprise stood at 12.6 billion VND, up 28.5%.
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector maintains growth in September

Vietnam’s manufacturing sector maintains growth in September

Vietnam’s manufacturing sector continued to grow in September, although rates of expansion in output and new orders eased from those seen in August, according to the Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) report recently released by S&P Global.
Digital platforms take Ha Tinh specialities to wider markets

Digital platforms take Ha Tinh specialities to wider markets

More than 200 OCOP products are being promoted through digital platforms as the central province of Ha Tinh steps up efforts to expand markets for its agricultural and speciality products. By connecting producers with e-commerce platforms and organising Mega Live sessions from production areas, the province is bringing local products closer to consumers nationwide and opening up new sales opportunities.
Ho Chi Minh City advances shift to waste-to-energy treatment

Ho Chi Minh City advances shift to waste-to-energy treatment

More than 14,000 tonnes of household solid waste generated daily are putting pressure on Ho Chi Minh City’s collection and treatment system. At Da Phuoc Integrated Waste Management Facility, the city’s largest, a technology shift is under way to reduce landfilling and expand waste-to-energy treatment.
Quang Ninh draws visitors from home and abroad

Quang Ninh draws visitors from home and abroad

Quang Ninh welcomed around 18.8 million visitors in the first nine months of 2026, including 4.21 million international arrivals. The province aims to attract more than 23 million visitors this year, further strengthening its position as an attractive destination for domestic and international tourists.
Hanoi: 72 years from liberation to modern development

Hanoi: 72 years from liberation to modern development

Seventy-two years after its liberation on October 10, 1954, Hanoi continues to build on its spirit of solidarity and innovation, striving to improve people's lives and fulfil its ambition of becoming a developed, civilised and modern capital worthy of the title “City for Peace” from UNESCO.
Vietnam enters investment grade credit rating category for first time

Vietnam enters investment grade credit rating category for first time

Vietnam has maintained robust growth, outperforming other Southeast Asian economies. Its ongoing government reforms aimed at streamlining the state apparatus, promoting the private sector, improving the institutional framework and developing capital markets will strengthen the country’s growth potential and economic resilience.
VNA cooperates with Mexican Labour Party to publish book on top leader's articles and addresses

VNA cooperates with Mexican Labour Party to publish book on top leader's articles and addresses

The bilingual English-Spanish publication comprises 46 selected articles and speeches drawn from the political commentaries and addresses by General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam (CPV) and President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam To Lam since August 2024, reflecting the mindset, vision and strategic decisions of the CPV to steer the country firmly into the new era.
Administrative reform shifts focus to practical results

Administrative reform shifts focus to practical results

Agencies largely kept the receipt, processing and return of administrative results running continuously, openly and transparently, with citizens and firms at the centre of public service delivery. They also kept upgrading, linking and using the databases serving administrative processing, carried out tasks under the 100-day Action Plan for the Politburo's Resolution 57-NQ/TW, and rolled out new initiatives and models to lift service quality.
Vietnam calls for stronger int'l cooperation to drive sustainable development

Vietnam calls for stronger int'l cooperation to drive sustainable development

Vietnam calls for stronger global partnerships tailored to the needs and conditions of countries at different levels of development, including fair access to new and emerging technologies. Such cooperation will help developing countries acquire knowledge, skills and technologies needed for innovation and competitiveness.
Vietnam’s GDP estimated to grow 9.01%

Vietnam’s GDP estimated to grow 9.01%

Vietnam’s GDP is estimated to have grown by 9.01% year on year in the first nine months of 2026. Agriculture, forestry and fisheries are estimated to have expanded by 4.02%, industry and construction by 11.21%, and services by 8.69%, contributing 5.35%, 49.62% and 45.03% respectively to the overall increase in value added.
Ancient tower preserves 1,000 years of Oc Eo culture

Ancient tower preserves 1,000 years of Oc Eo culture

Binh Thanh ancient tower is a valuable architectural relic in Phuoc Chi commune, Tay Ninh province. Dating back to around the eighth to ninth centuries, the structure is associated with the late period of the Oc Eo culture.
International arrivals to Vietnam up 14.5%

International arrivals to Vietnam up 14.5%

Vietnam's tourism sector maintained strong growth in the first nine months of 2026, welcoming 17.68 million international visitors, up 14.5% year on year. The growth was supported by a safe and secure environment, favourable visa policies, stronger tourism promotion, diverse tourism products, and Vietnam's appeal in terms of natural landscapes, culture, cuisine and competitive travel costs.