Khanh Hoa boosts grassroots outreach ahead of election
Across the province, proactive and community-based approaches are helping disseminate election information widely, contributing to a safe, transparent and regulation-compliant election.
Vietnam strives for strategic autonomy in semiconductor era
Semiconductors are no longer the exclusive domain of technological powerhouses; instead, every country is racing to research and produce them to secure their place in the global value chain. For Vietnam, this journey is inextricably linked to the goal of building an independent and self-reliant economy in the context of international integration.
Security training intensified for 14th National Party Congress
The Phu Tho provincial police have organised intensive training for the special police force, combined with drills to ensure security and public order for the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
Vietnam’s outbound investment exceeds 1.36 billion USD in 2025
Vietnam’s total outbound investment in 2025 exceeded 1.36 billion USD, up 88.7% year on year, with capital flows reaching 36 countries and territories and concentrated in sectors such as manufacturing, electricity and wholesale and retail trade, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.
FDI inflows in 2025 hit five-year high
Vietnam’s foreign direct investment in 2025 reached its highest level in the past five years, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.
Toward 14th National Party Congress: Vietnam’s economic gains after 40 years of reform
Adopted amid severe economic hardship, Vietnam’s reforms began when per capita income was only a few hundred US dollars and production was fragmented. Four decades on, renewed thinking and strong resolve have driven sustained growth beyond the early average of just over 4% a year.
14th National Party Congress ushers in Vietnam’s new era
The 14th National Party Congress is scheduled to take place from January 19 to 25, 2026, in Hanoi, with the participation of nearly 1,600 delegates, representing more than five million Party members nationwide. With the guiding motto “Unity-Democracy-Discipline-Breakthrough-Development,” the Congress will define strategic thinking, vision, and major policy decisions to enable the country to move forward confidently and strongly in a new era.
Toward 14th National Party Congress: Vietnam’s economic gains after 40 years of reform
Adopted amid severe economic hardship, Vietnam’s reforms began when per capita income was only a few hundred US dollars and production was fragmented. Four decades on, renewed thinking and strong resolve have driven sustained growth beyond the early average of just over 4% a year.
Party chief urges military logistics-technical sector to lead sci-tech innovation in new era
Party General Secretary To Lam said entering the period of renewal, and particularly in recent years, the general department has successfully fulfilled its role in providing strategic advice to the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defence, including proposing and implementing solutions to streamline, merge and reorganise logistics and technical agencies and units in a coherent and unified manner from grassroots level to the entire armed forces. It has also effectively implemented a number of strategically significant projects and programmes aimed at strengthening overall capacity.
Vietnam International Financial Center in Da Nang inaugurated
Vietnam on January 9 inaugurated a new facility of its International Financial Center (IFC) in Da Nang, marking another step in efforts to build a globally competitive financial hub, following the opening of the first IFC facility in Ho Chi Minh City in December.
Vietnam’s semiconductor industry: Converging strengths for global takeoff
Following the Government’s issuance of the Strategy for the Development of Vietnam’s Semiconductor Industry to 2030, with a Vision to 2050, Vietnam is gradually emerging as a new bright spot on the global semiconductor map.
Vietnam among top contenders in ASEAN Digital Awards finals
The awards aim to help promote innovation, anticipate emerging technology trends, and recognise the role of digital transformation in driving socio-economic development across ASEAN countries.
Vietnam’s semiconductor industry accelerates in global race
Following the Government’s issuance of the strategy for the development of Vietnam’s semiconductor industry to 2030, with a vision to 2050, Vietnam is gradually emerging as a new bright spot on the global semiconductor map. From policies and investment to ecosystem development, all the key elements are coming together, opening up major opportunities for this strategic high-tech industry.
Eight export items each exceed 10 billion USD in 2025
In 2025, Vietnam recorded eight export items each earning over 10 billion USD, accounting for 70.2% of the country’s total export turnover, with electronics, computers and components leading the pack at 107.748 billion USD, followed by machinery and equipment, phones and components, and textiles and garments.
Vietnam's total trade exceeds 930 billion USD in 2025
Vietnam’s total trade hit 930.05 billion USD in 2025, a 18.2% jump from a year earlier, with a trade surplus of 20.03 billion USD, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO).
Vietnam tourism accelerates green transition to power 2026 growth
Looking ahead to 2026, the tourism sector targets about 25 million international arrivals, 150 million domestic holidaymakers and total revenue of around 1.12 quadrillion VND (approximately 43 billion USD), reflecting its ambition to develop tourism into a spearhead economic sector in line with the Government's goals.
Resolution No. 57: Vietnam eyes comprehensive, unified tourism data system
Information consistency will help improve national tourism brand recognition among travellers, laying a stepping stone for positioning Vietnam as a green, safe and friendly destination, according to an insider.
Vietnam records 8.02% GDP growth in 2025
GDP in 2025 recorded solid growth, with an estimated increase of 8.02% compared with the previous year, second only to the growth rate in 2022 during the 2011–2025 period.
Vietnam launches International Financial Centre in Da Nang
The Government has clearly defined the development orientation of the International Financial Centre in Da Nang as a modern international financial hub closely linked with the innovation ecosystem, digital technology, and sustainable finance.
Average CPI up 3.31%
Average CPI in 2025 rose by 3.3% compared with 2024, meeting the target set by the National Assembly.
