Vietnam's Imports Surge 36.7% as Electronics Manufacturers Expand AI Hardware Production
Vietnam's merchandise imports rose 36.7% in the first nine months of the year, driven largely by electronics manufacturers increasing component purchases and production capacity to meet growing global demand for artificial intelligence hardware.
Ho Chi Minh City Ports Add Capacity for 900,000 Containers Annually Through Shared Berth System
Two major container terminals in Vietnam's Cai Mep-Thi Vai port complex have introduced a shared berth system, increasing their combined annual handling capacity by up to 900,000 twenty-foot equivalent units as the country expands its role in regional shipping and transshipment.
Ho Chi Minh City Announces 98 Infrastructure Projects to Tackle Traffic Congestion by 2030
Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have finalised an urban transport plan covering 98 projects designed to address congestion at 28 major traffic hotspots by 2030, including new metro lines, elevated roads and improved connections to seaports.
EU Removes Vietnam From Tax Blacklist Following Transparency Reforms
The European Union has removed Vietnam from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions following financial transparency reforms, a decision expected to reduce compliance costs for European companies and support further investment in the country.
Vietnamese Construction Company Wins $3 Billion Infrastructure Contract in Qatar
A major Vietnamese construction company has secured a $3 billion infrastructure contract in Qatar after competing against international bidders, marking a significant overseas project win for Vietnam's construction industry and expanding its presence in Middle Eastern infrastructure markets.
Vietnam and Japan Dismantle Major Cross-Border Money Laundering Network
Vietnamese security authorities have broken up a large money laundering operation linking criminal organisations in Vietnam and Japan, targeting a network accused of facilitating illicit financial transactions across the two countries.
Severe Tidal Flooding Disrupts Schools and Traffic Across Ho Chi Minh City
High tides reaching 1.71 metres, combined with heavy rainfall, have caused widespread flooding in low-lying parts of Ho Chi Minh City, forcing some schools to dismiss students early and causing major traffic disruption during evening commutes.
VinFast Reports Record 23,624 Vehicle Deliveries in Vietnam During September
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast delivered a record 23,624 vehicles domestically in September, up 17% from August, extending its position as the country's best-selling automotive brand for a 25th consecutive month.
Japan's Yamato Transport Partners With Masterise on Vietnam's Gia Binh Airport Logistics
Japanese logistics company Yamato Transport has signed a memorandum of understanding with Masterise Aviation Infrastructure to develop integrated air cargo services at Vietnam's planned Gia Binh International Airport, supporting the country's ambitions to expand aviation freight capacity.
South Korean Investors Begin Construction of $420 Million Hanoi Horse Racing and Entertainment Complex
A partnership between Hanoi Tourism Corporation and South Korea's Global Consultant Network has begun building a $420 million horse racing and entertainment complex in Soc Son, aiming to attract visitors and expand the Vietnamese capital's leisure and tourism offerings.
Ho Chi Minh City Ports Add Capacity for 900,000 Containers Annually Through Shared Berth System
Two major container terminals in Vietnam's Cai Mep-Thi Vai port complex have introduced a shared berth system, increasing their combined annual handling capacity by up to 900,000 twenty-foot equivalent units as the country expands its role in regional shipping and transshipment.
Ho Chi Minh City Announces 98 Infrastructure Projects to Tackle Traffic Congestion by 2030
Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have finalised an urban transport plan covering 98 projects designed to address congestion at 28 major traffic hotspots by 2030, including new metro lines, elevated roads and improved connections to seaports.
EU Removes Vietnam From Tax Blacklist Following Transparency Reforms
The European Union has removed Vietnam from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions following financial transparency reforms, a decision expected to reduce compliance costs for European companies and support further investment in the country.
Vietnamese Construction Company Wins $3 Billion Infrastructure Contract in Qatar
A major Vietnamese construction company has secured a $3 billion infrastructure contract in Qatar after competing against international bidders, marking a significant overseas project win for Vietnam's construction industry and expanding its presence in Middle Eastern infrastructure markets.
Vietnam and Japan Dismantle Major Cross-Border Money Laundering Network
Vietnamese security authorities have broken up a large money laundering operation linking criminal organisations in Vietnam and Japan, targeting a network accused of facilitating illicit financial transactions across the two countries.
Severe Tidal Flooding Disrupts Schools and Traffic Across Ho Chi Minh City
High tides reaching 1.71 metres, combined with heavy rainfall, have caused widespread flooding in low-lying parts of Ho Chi Minh City, forcing some schools to dismiss students early and causing major traffic disruption during evening commutes.
VinFast Reports Record 23,624 Vehicle Deliveries in Vietnam During September
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast delivered a record 23,624 vehicles domestically in September, up 17% from August, extending its position as the country's best-selling automotive brand for a 25th consecutive month.
Japan's Yamato Transport Partners With Masterise on Vietnam's Gia Binh Airport Logistics
Japanese logistics company Yamato Transport has signed a memorandum of understanding with Masterise Aviation Infrastructure to develop integrated air cargo services at Vietnam's planned Gia Binh International Airport, supporting the country's ambitions to expand aviation freight capacity.
South Korean Investors Begin Construction of $420 Million Hanoi Horse Racing and Entertainment Complex
A partnership between Hanoi Tourism Corporation and South Korea's Global Consultant Network has begun building a $420 million horse racing and entertainment complex in Soc Son, aiming to attract visitors and expand the Vietnamese capital's leisure and tourism offerings.