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Nhon Trach 4 power plant to start commercial operation on December 20

It is one of the two generating units under Vietnam’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG)-fired power complex. The Nhon Trach 4 power plant, one of the two generating units under Vietnam’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG)-fired power complex, is scheduled to begin commercial operation on December 20. The Nhon Trach 3 and 4 project in […]

Vietnam posts $20.5B trade surplus in 11 months

Containers at Tan Vu – Hai Phong port in northern Vietnam, July 2023. Photo by VnExpress/Giang Huy Vietnam posted a trade surplus of US$20.53 billion in the first 11 months of this year, according to the National Statistics Office. Vietnam recorded trade surpluses of $35.6 billion with the EU, up 10.4%; and $2 billion with […]

Vietnam International Trade Fair opens in HCM City

The three-day event offering a panoramic view of modern consumer trends, technology, and design through dedicated zones for food and smart consumer goods, as well as household electrical and electronic appliances. At the opening ceremony of the expo. (Photo: VNA) The 23rd Vietnam International Trade Fair in Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam Expo HCMC 2025) […]

Vietnam agricultural exports rise by 12.6%

Vietnam agricultural exports rise by 12.6% Exports of agricultural, forestry and fisheries products rose by 12.6% year-on-year in the first 11 months of 2025 to US$64 billion. Agriculture accounted for $34.24 billion after rising by 15%. The average price of coffee shipments rose by 40% to $5,667 per ton, with Germany, Italy and Spain being […]

Durian prices rise as China exports recover, supply falls post-season

Durian prices rise as China exports recover, supply falls post-season The highest grade of Monthong durian is selling for VND125,000 (US$4.74) per kilogram, up 50% from October as exports to China resumed after disruptions due to entry delays. Ri 6 durian prices have also risen from VND40,000 to VND70,000 in the Mekong Delta, the main […]

Vietnam’s $11B seafood export target within reach despite headwinds

Vietnam remains on course to achieve its US$11-billion seafood export target this year despite slower growth in shipments to the U.S. due to tariffs. Exports jumped by 15% year-on-year in the first 10 months to $9.5 billion, driven by shrimp, which accounted for over 40% of the total, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood […]

PM: Logistics is a key driver and essential service boosting socio-economic growth

The government aims to propel Vietnam into the top 30 of the global Logistics Performance Index (LPI) by 2035. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers remarks at the Vietnam Logistics Forum 2025. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for a fundamental shift in the development mindset, urging a move from simply “supporting logistics” to […]

SIGNING CEREMONY BETWEEN VTV’S SPECIALIZED – EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT AND FTV KOREA: A NEW CHAPTER IN VIETNAM–KOREA DOCUMENTARY COOPERATION

On November 24, 2025, the Specialized – Educational Programming Department of Vietnam Television (VTV) and Korea’s FTV officially signed a memorandum of cooperation, marking a new milestone in documentary production and international media collaboration. The ceremony took place in a formal yet warm atmosphere, reflecting the goodwill and long-term expectations shared by both sides.   […]

Vietnam, UK elevate bilateral ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

Vietnam and the United Kingdom elevated relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership following the talks between Party General Secretary To Lam and Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London on Oct. 29 (local time). Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer shake hands during their talks in London, October 2025. Photo […]

Thu Thiem set to become HCM City’s new economic hub

Transport infrastructure is a crucial factor driving Thu Thiem’s development. Illustrative photo. Acting as the Eastern gateway, Thu Thiem is on track to become the city’s new financial hub, experts stated at the Ho Chi Minh City Real Estate Forum themed “The Central Core,” held on November 18. According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation […]