ADB raises Vietnam's 2026 growth forecast to 7.8%
ADB has raised Vietnam’s growth forecast to 7.8% in 2026, from 7.2% in its July update, while raising its 2027 projection from 7.0% to 7.6%.
Da Lat Flower Festival to bloom in December
The 10th Da Lat Flower Festival will be held for a month, starting with its opening ceremony on December 5, according to an announcement of the organizing board.
Economic prospects from sea grape cultivation in Ninh Thuan
In addition to being harvested in the wild, sea grapes (resembling small clusters of grapes, and also known as green caviar) are now being widely cultivated in ponds and coastal lagoons across Ninh Thuan province. With low initial investment costs, fast growth, and high economic value, this premium seaweed is now opening up new opportunities for local residents.
Vietnam’s lobsters claw back prominence in China
Vietnam’s lobster export to the Chinese market in January-September rose 33 folds, thanks to lower prices and stronger trade ties between the two countries, according to the South China Morning Post.
Nine Vietnamese universities named in 2025 global rankings
The Times Higher Education (THE) organisation has unveiled its world university rankings for 2025. Hanoi Medical University has made its debut in the rankings, joining eight other Vietnamese universities recognised by THE this year.
Enhancing Vietnam - Saudi Arabia cooperative ties
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, along with a high-level delegation from Vietnam, participate in the 8th Future Investment Initiative Conference and pay a working visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement ushers in new era of Vietnam-UAE relations
The freshly-signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) opens up a new era of the bilateral relationship that has been upgraded to a comprehensive partnership and growing substantively.
PM receives heads of UAE corporations in Abu Dhabi
On October 27, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception for leaders of several leading corporations in the UAE, which operate in the areas of infrastructure development and management, seaport, logistics and industrial park.
Vietnam’s agricultural exports expected to exceed 60 billion USD
Vietnam’s agricultural exports are on track to set a historic record, projected at 60-61 billion USD, despite weather challenges and fluctuations in the world.
Vietnam remains “fertile land” for FDI attraction
Vietnam continues to prove itself as a “fertile land” in drawing foreign direct investment (FDI). Currently, numerous foreign investors are allocating funds and accelerating investments, to establish long-term operations in the Southeast Asian country.
VNA launches 7th Golden Moment Press Photo Awards
The Vietnam News Agency has launched the 7th Golden Moment Press Photo Awards to honor exceptional photographers and journalistic works, that capture striking moments through the lens of photography.
Int’l organisations raise Vietnam's economic growth forecast
Several international organisations have raised their economic growth forecasts for Vietnam in 2024 after the release of Q3 GDP data, which showed a significant 7.4% increase, exceeding previous projections.
Vietnamese, foreign community contributors honoured in UK
The award ceremony of the Vietnam International Awards has been recently held in London to honour Vietnamese and foreign organisations and individuals with outstanding contributions to the community.
Vietnam seeks to boost rice exports
India, the world’s leading rice exporter, recently lifted its ban on white rice exports, significantly impacting the global rice market and specifically the Vietnamese rice sector. This development presents both opportunities and challenges for Vietnamese rice producers, according to insiders.
Int’l conference to promote Vietnam's Halal industry
The national Halal conference in Hanoi on October 22 is the largest international event since the Prime Minister's Halal Project launch in February 2023. Aimed at guiding the development of Vietnam's Halal sector, the event highlights opportunities for Vietnam to expand its role in the global Halal market and make the industry a key part of the national economy.
Quang Ninh welcomes 3 millionth international tourist
The northern province of Quang Ninh has welcomed its 3 millionth international tourist in 2024. The province aims to achieve a target of 19 million tourist arrivals this year, including over 3.5 million international visitors, which will set a strong foundation for growth in 2025 and beyond.
Rail tickets now available for purchase on online map services
Train passengers can now buy their tickets on online map services such as Google Maps, according to the Vietnam Railways.
Luong Cuong elected President of Vietnam
The 15th-tenure National Assembly (NA) elected Luong Cuong as President of Vietnam for the 2021 - 2026 term at its ongoing 8th session on October 21.
Vietnam's import-export value surpasses 610 billion USD
As of October 15, Vietnam's total import-export turnover has reached 610.56 billion USD, with a trade surplus of over 21.24 billion USD, according to the latest figures from the General Department of Vietnam Customs.
84% of mobile phone subscribers use smartphones
In recent years, substantial investments have been made in digital infrastructure, platforms, devices, and transformation technologies across government agencies to better serve the public and businesses. National and sector-specific databases have been actively developed, interconnected, and shared.
UOB raises Vietnam’s 2024 GDP growth forecast to 6.4%
Singapore-based United Overseas Bank (UOB) has revised up its GDP growth forecast for Vietnam by 0.5 percentage point to 6.4% this year, from the previous projection of 5.9%.
