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 [...]
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Vietnam nighttime tourism to be promoted

Nighttime tourism is an important growth driver in the global tourism landscape, especially in Vietnam. The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT), in collaboration with Quang Ninh province, organized a workshop on November 12 in the northern province to review and evaluate the implementation of the “Some Models for Developing Nighttime Tourism Products” project for [...]
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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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