Germany invests 50 million USD in renewable energy workforce training in Vietnam
The renewable energy workforce training and development centre, invested by Germany’s GEO Group, is expected to be a cornerstone in shaping Binh Dinh as a renewable energy and innovation hub in central Vietnam, meeting the growing demand for skilled technical personnel in offshore wind, solar farms, and green hydrogen projects.
Savills expert points out three drivers of FDI attraction in Vietnamese real estate
A notable trend is the shift toward satellite regions. With land scarcity and soaring prices in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, investors are eyeing provinces like Hung Yen, Bac Ninh, and Hai Phong, which are benefiting from improved technical infrastructure and transport connectivity.
Bac Ninh exerts efforts to ensure businesses thrive
To further strengthen private-sector innovation, Bac Ninh plans to accelerate administrative reforms, build a digital, service-oriented government, and develop an integrated innovation ecosystem that connects businesses with domestic and international institutions, universities, and experts.
H&M, Nordic businesses seek suppliers in Vietnam
The participation of H&M, one of the world’s largest fashion corporations, in Vietnam International Sourcing 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City in early September is considered a special highlight, opening up many cooperation opportunities for Vietnamese businesses in the fashion, textiles and sustainable supply chains.
Reference exchange rate down 3 VND on June 18
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate at 24,994 VND on June 18, up 5 VND from the previous day.
Vietjet places major order for 40 additional Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines
This latest order builds on a previous agreement signed at the Singapore Airshow last year for 40 engines, bringing the total number of Trent 7000 engines ordered by the airline to 80.
Fertiliser exports – bright spot for Petrovietnam Ca Mau Fertiliser JSC in H1
Fertiliser products of the PVCFC are now available in over 20 countries, including demanding markets such as Australia and New Zealand.
Vietnam ramps up efforts against counterfeit goods amidst challenges: Minister
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien acknowledged that despite concerted efforts by ministries and local authorities in combating fake and substandard goods, the situation remains highly complicated, attributing the persistent challenges to high profits luring numerous participants, increasingly sophisticated violations, limited resources within enforcement agencies.
Petrovietnam ranks 11th in Fortune Southeast Asia 500
The group also placed among the Top 5 energy companies in Southeast Asia and secured the top spot among the largest Vietnamese enterprises featured on the list.
PTSC hands over 33 offshore wind power foundations to Danish investor
This is an important milestone as it marks the first time the PTSC has successfully manufactured and exported large-scaled wind power foundations.
Da Nang’s FTZ positioned as key link in global supply chain
The zone will cover 1,881 ha, comprising functional areas for production, logistics, trade and services, digital technology industry, information technology, and innovation.
Reference exchange rate up 5 VND on June 17
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange at 24,997 VND on June 17, up 5 VND from the previous day.
Deputy PM calls for strong reforms of State-owned enterprises
Dung underlined several key objectives, including a comprehensive review of the legal framework governing SOEs, and called for updates that reflect international standards and support modern, transparent governance.
Shrimp industry’s ‘green revolution’ positions Australia as strategic market
While the US market has become more difficult to access due to new tax policies, Australia could play the role of a trade cushion, helping to reduce shocks and maintain export momentum for Vietnam’s shrimp industry.
Vietnam Cycle Expo to return to HCM City in August
Vietnam Cycle Expo 2025 will coincide with the Vietnam Sport Show 2025, an international exhibition on sports and outdoor entertainment, expected to attract more than 20,000 visitors in the three-day event.
Industrial hub sees nearly 14% export growth in first half
Despite global economic uncertainties, Binh Duong has maintained strong momentum in both exports and industrial production during the first half of 2025.
HCM City draws over 2.86 bln USD in IZ investment during 2020–2025
Fifteen hi-tech projects (6% of the new projects) have combined investment of 859.87 million USD, or 44.17% of the total newly registered capital.
Ministries, localities urged to speed up land clearance for North-South high-speed railway project
The Deputy PM assigned the Ministry of Construction to work with each locality the railway passes through to review the project site, particularly the sections that run through core natural forest areas, cultural heritage sites, defence-security zones, or densly populated residential areas.
Kien Giang seeks investment in 40 key projects to boost growth
The projects span infrastructure, marine farming, industry, and tourism, including 12 major projects tied to the 2027 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Phu Quoc.
Corporations play increasing role in addressing global environmental issues: conference
The conference aimed to encourage businesses to embrace Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles in their core philosophy, policies, practices and processes.