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Industrial and export processing zones in HCM City lure $491 mln of FDI in 11M

FDI attraction for the whole year is estimated to reach $550 million. Export processing zones (EPZs) and industrial parks (IPs) in Ho Chi Minh City attracted approximately $491.7 million of FDI capital as of December this year, equivalent to 89.4% of the annual target, according to the Ho Chi Minh City Export Processing and Industrial […]

Nvidia’s Vietnam expansion: New AI hubs, VinBrain acquisition, and more

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s second visit to Vietnam marks a turning point in the country’s AI journey, with major announcements including the establishment of Nvidia Vietnam and the acquisition of VinBrain. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s recent trip to Vietnam has made headlines, marking his second visit to the country within a year. During his stay, […]

Vietnam – a rising star in global trade: expert

Along with India, Canada, and China, Vietnam has experienced the fastest average annual export growth from 2019 to 2023. From being a minor player in global exports before 2013, Vietnam has soared to the 11th spot among the world’s top 15 exporters by 2023. The country is considered a surprising factor in global trade, according […]

Vietnam poised to become an e-commerce dragon in Southeast Asia

Vietnam currently boasts one of the fastest-growing e-commerce markets in the region. Vietnam’s digital economy is projected to reach $220 billion by 2030, according to a new report from market research firm IMARC Group which described e-commerce as a key driver of this growth, solidifying Vietnam’s position in Southeast Asia and attracting significant global investment. […]

Vietnam’s rising position in logistics arena

Vietnam’s position with the global logistics space has been on the rise and can be further enhanced by addressing certain limitations. Fueled by rapid economic and trade growth, Vietnam has emerged as a significant player in the logistics arena, demonstrating an impressive upwards trajectory over recent years. The country entered the top 10 of Agility’s […]

Mitsubishi Estate breaks ground on Logicross Hai Phong: Advancing logistics facilities in Northern Vietnam

Logicross Hai Phong marks Mitsubishi Estate’s second Logicross project in Vietnam, reaffirming its commitment to meeting regional demand for high-quality logistics facilities. Groundbreaking ceremony for Logicross Hai Phong at Nam Dinh Vu Industrial Park, held on November 19, 2024. Following the development of Logicross Nam Thuan (Long An Province), on November 19, 2024, Mitsubishi Estate […]

Finance ministry proposes 2% VAT reduction for first half of 2025

The policy aimed at supporting businesses and stimulating the economy. The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has proposed to build a National Assembly Resolution on reducing the VAT rate by 2% in the first six months of 2025 to support people and businesses as well as stimulate the economy. Under the proposal, the 2% reduction will […]

Signing Ceremony of Strategic Partnership Between Song Da 11, Hyundai Electric & Machinery, and DP Energy: V-International’s Key Role in Facilitating the Collaboration

Hanoi, Vietnam – In a landmark event, Song Da 11 Joint Stock Company, Hyundai Electric & Machinery Company, and DP Energy Company officially signed a strategic partnership agreement, signaling a new era of collaboration in renewable energy and infrastructure development. The event, held at Lotte Center, was a testament to the growing importance of international […]

Why does Elon Musk want to move SpaceX component production to Vietnam? Which provinces could benefit?

A province about 60 km from Hanoi will become the new production hub for components for SpaceX, the company owned by Elon Musk, currently the world’s richest man. SpaceX’s partners in Taiwan (China) are expanding production in Vietnam, primarily due to direct requests from Musk’s company. According to Reuters, Elon Musk recently asked Starlink’s satellite […]