Vietnam’s ST25 rice named the world’s best rice

This is the third time Vietnam’s Ong Cua ST25 has claimed the prestigious title, following previous wins in 2019 and 2023. Vietnam’s ST25 rice reclaims title of world’s best. Photo: VNA Vietnam’s ST25 rice has once again been named the world’s best rice, sharing the top honour with Cambodia’s Phka Romdoul at the World’s Best [...]
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Vietnam pledges support for semiconductor investors: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets with a delegation from the Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International in Hanoi on November 6. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh receiving a delegation from the Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International in Hanoi on November 6. Photo: VGP Vietnam will ensure macroeconomic stability and a supportive regulatory environment, pledging all [...]
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Improvement in manufacturing sector’s growth momentum

The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 54.5 in October, up markedly from September’s 50.4. The Vietnamese manufacturing sector saw an improvement in growth momentum at the start of the final quarter of 2025, according to the latest report released by the S&P Global on November 3. Sharp and accelerated increases [...]
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AEON plans $1.5 bln investment in Vietnam over next decade

AEON aims to maintain annual revenue growth of approximately 30% through existing centers and upcoming new openings. An Aeon Vietnam shopping mall. AEON Vietnam has announced a nationwide expansion strategy, aiming to triple its operational scale in Vietnam by 2030 as part of the group’s long-term vision. To date, the group’s total investment in the [...]
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Vietnam proposes four major cooperation initiatives for ASEAN and the US

The two sides should intensify cooperation in digital transformation, innovation, and energy security, including energy infrastructure connectivity and peaceful nuclear energy cooperation. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh proposed four major orientations to foster strong, substantive, and effective ASEAN-US cooperation in the coming period. (Photo: VGP) Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, along with leaders from [...]
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Vietnam – South Africa joint business forum held in Hanoi

The forum organized as part of South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa’s official visit to Vietnam. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) and South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa at the forum – (Photo VGP) Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa attended the Vietnam – South Africa Business Forum [...]
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