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Deputy PM urges NAB Innovation Centre Vietnam to expand networks

Vietnam Economic News - Fri, 03/06/2026 - 10:22
Established in 2020, the NAB Innovation Centre Vietnam aims to build a high-quality information technology workforce. Since then, it has set up two offices and grown to more than 2,400 staff members.

HCM City sets up $20 million venture capital fund to support startups

Vietnam Economic News - Fri, 03/06/2026 - 10:14
The HCM City aims to expand the fund’s capital to at least VNĐ5 trillion by 2035.

State-owned banks to establish subsidiary bank in IFC

Vietnam Economic News - Fri, 03/06/2026 - 10:03
Under a resolution released this week, Vietcombank’s board will seek shareholder approval on April 24 to establish a wholly domestically owned commercial bank operating within the IFC.

Infrastructure reshapes growth of southern industrial real estate

Vietnam Economic News - Fri, 03/06/2026 - 09:37
As Việt Nam enters 2026, the industrial real estate sector is undergoing a structural transition in which infrastructure is no longer simply a supporting factor but a key force reshaping competitiveness across the market.

Đồng Tháp steps up border trade to boost Việt Nam–Cambodia commerce

Vietnam Economic News - Fri, 03/06/2026 - 08:58
Đồng Tháp Province is accelerating border trade development along its more than 50-kilometre frontier with Cambodia’s Prey Veng Province, positioning the sector as a key growth driver in bilateral commerce.

VN-Index loses nearly 10 points on large-cap stocks

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 17:22
The sell-off was particularly pronounced in the oil and gas, shipping and chemical sectors, groups that had previously benefitted from rising global oil prices. 

Retail fuel prices rise sharply in March 5 adjustment

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 16:48
E5 RON 92 rose by VNĐ1,926, now capped at VNĐ21,449 (US$0.82) per litre, while RON95-III went up VNĐ2,189 to a maximum of VNĐ22,340 per litre.

Emirates to resume Hà Nội – Dubai service on March 6

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 16:43
Emirates will resume normal operations on its Hà Nội – Dubai route on March 6, with Flight EK395 scheduled to depart at 00:25.

Sun Group selected as investor for Phan Thiết Airport civil aviation project

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 16:29
The project will serve 4E-class civil aircraft, with a capacity of two million passengers per year by 2030.

EU receives anti-dumping complaint on Vietnamese copper pipes

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 16:23
The investigating authority is currently collecting information on Vietnamese companies exporting copper pipes to Europe.

Việt Nam triggers fuel contingency plan over Middle East crisis

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 14:31
Current solutions are being implemented along three main pillars – closely monitoring market developments and flexibly managing supply in a timely manner; ensuring the smooth operation of the distribution system from wholesalers to retail outlets; and proactively preparing long-term contingency scenarios while strengthening inter-sectoral coordination.

VN has competitive edge in critical mineral supply

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 13:29
Việt Nam can leverage its natural resource wealth and advanced deep-processing capabilities to solidify its role as a trusted partner in critical mineral supply chains, as countries around the world are stockpiling strategic minerals.

Việt Nam attends Cambodia–ASEAN Business Summit 2026

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:18
Themed “Transforming ASEAN Transformation: Innovation, Integration and Industrial Evolution,” the event aimed to promote economic growth, deepen regional integration, and advance sustainable development in Cambodia and across ASEAN, underscoring the bloc’s strong commitment to innovation-driven growth and fostering regional competitiveness.

Việt Nam to establish national AI development fund

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:13
Under the plan, AI clusters will be developed under a model that combines centralised physical spaces with digital network linkages.

Agro-forestry-fishery exports up over 17 per cent in first two months

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 10:44
Of the total export value in the January–February period, agricultural products accounted for US$6.09 billion, up 17.1 per cent year-on-year. Seafood exports reached $1.76 billion, marking a sharp increase of 23.3 per cent, while forestry products brought in $2.82 billion, up 7.4 per cent.

Việt Nam, Greece agree to open agricultural markets, step up maritime cooperation

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 10:42
Greece considers Việt Nam an important economic partner in Southeast Asia, particularly given its impressive growth rate, said First Vice President of the Hellenic Parliament Ioannis Plakiotakis.

Supporting industries seek fresh growth momentum

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 09:12
Looking ahead to 2026, businesses are calling for more synchronised policies on industrial land and infrastructure, as well as more flexible credit mechanisms that allow enterprises to access funding in line with their development strategies.

Oil prices surge amid geopolitical tensions, boosting energy stocks

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 09:10
Sustained high oil prices, coupled with geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, pose a more favourable outlook for energy and marine transport stocks compared to the broader market.

Middle East conflict could drive sharp rise in fertiliser prices

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 08:09
Amid concerns over supply disruptions and surging input costs, Dr Phùng Hà, chairman of the Việt Nam Fertiliser Association, spoke to the Vietnam News Agency about the potential effects on the domestic market and measures to safeguard agricultural production.

VN-Index escapes downtrend on bottom-fishing demand

Vietnam Economic News - Thu, 03/05/2026 - 06:28
The energy sector continued to shine amid strong capital inflows, with many experiencing price increases.

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