Vietnam among 10 largest non-high-income T&T economies in WEF index
Vietnam, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Türkiye, Mexico and Brazil are among the 10 largest non-high-income T&T economies by direct T&T GDP.
Dung Quat EZ, Quang Ngai IPs draw nearly 19.4 bln USD
The Dung Quat Economic Zone and Quang Ngai industrial parks have so far attracted 441 projects worth around 19.4 billion USD, according to the Dung Quat Economic Zone and Quang Ngai Industrial Parks Authority (DEZA).
International Women’s Beach Volleyball Tournament draws 16 teams
Teams from Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia and Japan are competing in the event. Vietnam has fielded eight teams, including three national squads and five teams from Khanh Hoa, Ho Chi Minh City, Hai Phong, Can Tho and An Giang.
Vietnam moves to build quantum workforce
Hanoi (VNA) - Quantum technology is shifting worldwide from basic research to applied use across industries. Vietnam has placed cybersecurity and quantum technology on its list of 10 national strategic tech groups, betting on them to sharpen technological self-reliance and competitiveness in a new era.
Seven-month agro-forestry-fishery exports rise 7.5%
In the first seven months of 2026, Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports were estimated at nearly 42.8 billion USD, up 7.5% year-on-year.
New Zealand holds welcome ceremony for Vietnamese Party leader
The top leader of Vietnam, along with a high-ranking delegation, is paying a state visit to New Zealand from August 12 to 14.
Resolution No. 19-NQ/TW sets new growth drivers for Vietnam
Science and technology, innovation, digital transformation and AI must be translated into higher productivity rather than pursued as ends in themselves. At the same time, people should be placed at the centre of development, not merely viewed as a resource but as the ultimate objective of development policies.
Vietnam’s trade turnover up 28.1% in January-July
Vietnam’s total trade turnover reached 659.58 billion USD in the first seven months of 2026, up 28.1% year on year, with exports rising 21.7% and imports increasing 34.8%. The country recorded a trade deficit of 20.52 billion USD during the period.
Vietnam, New Zealand leaders witness exchange of cooperation documents
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said Vietnam–New Zealand relations have continued to grow strongly, with substantive cooperation in numerous areas and further expansion in education and agriculture, generating fresh momentum for bilateral ties.
Vietnam–Australia education cooperation enters new phase
Once a cornerstone of Vietnam–Australia relations, education cooperation is now poised to enter an exciting new phase. It’s moving beyond simply sending Vietnamese students to study in Australia to building high-quality human resources, fostering joint research, advancing technology development, and creating practical solutions to economic challenges.
Marine farming emerges as a new growth engine
Marine farming emerges as a new growth engine As Vietnam works towards becoming a strong maritime nation set out in the Party Central Committee’s Resolution 20, marine farming is emerging as a new pillar of the country’s maritime economy, opening up vast room for growth as land-based aquaculture reaches its limits.
Vietnam, US step up cooperation in search for missing Vietnamese soldiers
A Vietnamese official proposed that the US continue increasing resources for dioxin remediation at Bien Hoa and Phu Cat airbases, expand projects supporting people with disabilities, enhance the sharing of historical data, provide DNA technology assistance and continue close coordination in the search for missing US service members and Vietnamese soldiers.
Vietnam, Netherlands to deepen cooperation, elevate Comprehensive Partnership
Congratulating the Netherlands on its achievements in socio-economic development and foreign affairs, PM Hung thanked the country for considering Vietnam as one of its leading strategic partners in the region under its new foreign policy
Elevating digital infrastructure to drive new era of development
To create new growth momentum for the country in a new development phase, the Politburo's Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW emphasises the need to develop modern digital infrastructure, expand access to high-quality Internet services and build large-scale data centres as the foundation for a national data platform.
Vietnamese, Australian leaders witness exchange of cooperation documents
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese exchanged three joint statements and witnessed the signing of seven cooperation documents between the two countries in Canberra on August 11.
.VN domain helps narrow Vietnam’s e-commerce digital divide
As the address for websites, email and online brands, the .VN domain is becoming an important foundation for businesses, household enterprises and individuals to establish a more official, independent and sustainable digital presence.
July PMI rises to highest level since February 2026
Vietnam’s manufacturing Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI) rose to 52.9 in July, up from 51.8 in June, signalling a significant improvement in the sector’s health from the previous month.
Vietnam’s resilience highlighted at Communist Party of Canada event
Against the backdrop of an increasingly volatile global economic and geopolitical environment, Vietnam’s independent and self-reliant foreign policy is drawing praise from progressive friends in Canada. This was evident on the sidelines of a recent memorial event held by the Communist Party of Canada (Marxist-Leninist) in Ottawa.
Vietnamese agricultural exports hold untapped potential in Algeria
Vietnamese businesses need a better understanding of Algeria's import regulations and should proactively adjust their market approaches to expand their share.
Vietnam’s resilience highlighted at Communist Party of Canada event
Against the backdrop of an increasingly volatile global economic and geopolitical environment, Vietnam’s independent and self-reliant foreign policy is drawing praise from progressive friends in Canada. This was evident on the sidelines of a recent memorial event held by the Communist Party of Canada (Marxist-Leninist) in Ottawa.
Lawmakers discuss measures to ensure banking system safety, support digital economy
The draft law sets out provisions to control conflicts of interest when commercial banks act as agents managing collateral for corporate bonds. In this regard, Deputy Le Van The of Ninh Binh province said he supported the move, noting that it could provide a more professional approach to collateral management and help strengthen investor confidence if properly regulated.
