Vietnam expects stronger oil and gas cooperation with Algeria (25/04/2025)
Vietnam wishes to enhance oil and gas cooperation with Algeria, especially in the supply of petroleum services, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan told Chairman of the Algeria - Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group Saleh Djeghloul during a working session in Hanoi on April 24.

Vietnam's rice export prices top global chart, outpacing Thailand and India (25/04/2025)
The country now leads the world in rice export prices, surpassing Thailand and India amid strong demand and tighter supplies.

Tra fish exports sustain strong growth in first quarter (25/04/2025)
Vietnam’s tra fish exports rose 16% year-on-year in March to US$182 million, lifting Q1 turnover to over US$465 million, up 13% from the same period last year, according to Vietnam Customs.

Vietnam, Japan ink strategic oyster industry partnership (25/04/2025)
The Vietnam Fisheries Society and Kunihiro Inc., a leading Japanese oyster producer and processor, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on April 23, marking a significant step forward in the two countries' cooperation in the fisheries sector.

Global fashion giant H&M subsidiary eyes $1B recycling factory in Vietnam (25/04/2025)
A subsidiary of Swedish fashion company H&M plans to invest US$1 billion to build a recycling complex in Vietnam to make the country the world’s first high-tech circular textiles hub.

JICA Vietnam: Building stronger connections between Vietnamese and Japanese partners (25/04/2025)
The Chief Representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in Vietnam, Kobayashi Yosuke, has pledged to further enhance cooperation and promote dialogue and links between the partners of Vietnam and Japan.

Vietnam improves competitiveness for coconut industry (24/04/2025)
In recent days, the prices of fresh coconuts and raw coconuts in the country have been on an upward trend. Fresh coconut prices increased by about 110-120%, while raw coconut prices increased by 150% compared to the same period last year. The strong fluctuations in coconut prices at the present time are considered the highest ever.

Vietnamese firms respond to US tariff delay with proactive measures (24/04/2025)
As the United States has decided to halt the imposition of new tariffs on Vietnamese exports for 90 days, Vietnamese enterprises are seizing the opportunity to propose and implement a range of short- and long-term strategies.

Vietnam, US officially start bilateral economic and trade negotiations (24/04/2025)
Both negotiation leaders agreed to maintain regular exchanges at both senior and technical levels to accelerate discussions on specific negotiation topics.

Vietnam puts forth initiatives for sustainable and people-centered green transition (24/04/2025)
At a high-level Plenary Discussion on "Sustainable and people-centered green transition” within the framework of the 4th Partnership for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit in Hanoi on April 16, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh made a number of specific proposals to promote the sustainable and inclusive green transition process globally.

Investors from Europe aspire to constructive and open trade (24/04/2025)
European companies are finding ways to respond to complex global economic times. Bruno Jaspaert, chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Tung Anh about his outlook for EU businesses.

Norway aids green maritime credentials (24/04/2025)
The maritime industry is in the journey towards green transition. Norwegian Ambassador to Vietnam Hilde Solbakken talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy on how the cooperation between the two countries can support this green shift.

Exporters bet on frozen durian to sate China’s craving (23/04/2025)
Frozen durian is becoming a game-changer for Vietnamese agricultural exporters, as the product faces fewer technical barriers and can reach all corners of China, the world’s largest durian market.

Vietnamese coffee brand strives to conquer global market (23/04/2025)
Vietnamese coffee, once primarily known as a major exporter, is now gaining global attention for its rich stories, with the lesser-known brand Mr. Viet striving to write the next chapter.

US farm exports to Vietnam boom (23/04/2025)
Vietnamese spent VND1.3 trillion (US$51 million) a month on fruit and vegetable imports from the U.S. in the first quarter, its fastest-growing supplier.

Green engagement rides high in Vietnam (23/04/2025)
Vietnam has taken strong action to promote green development among businesses, amid the country facing challenges in finance and technology.

Plenty of areas for Vietnam and Thailand to cooperate (23/04/2025)
Thai investors are stepping up operations in Vietnam through both greenfield investments and mergers and acquisitions. Praween Wirotpan, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Van about his insight into the footprint of Thai businesses and investors in Vietnam.

Investors increase high-tech activities (23/04/2025)
Vietnam’s prioritised semiconductor and high technology industries are on the radar of foreign investors, especially those from Japan and South Korea.


Vietnam’s Party leader calls for stronger investment from Warburg Pincus (22/04/2025)
Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam has called on Warburg Pincus, a U.S.-based global private equity firm, to maintain and expand its investment in Vietnam while exploring new opportunities in sectors where U.S. firms have strengths and Vietnam has growing demand.