The FTZ will include dedicated areas for production, ports, logistics, trade, and services. (Illustrative image) Authorities of northern Hai Phong city on October 16 announced the establishment of a Free Trade Zone (FTZ) covering 6,292 hectares, marking a major step toward developing a globally competitive hub for manufacturing, logistics, trade, services, high technology, and finance. [...]

Vietnam’s northern localities have emerged as popular destinations for foreign investors seeking opportunities and possible partnerships. Figures from the Foreign Investment Agency (FIA) at the Ministry of Finance (MoF) show that total registered FDI in Vietnam reached over $26.14 billion in 2,534 new projects during the first eight months of 2025. Among the Top 10 [...]

Trade, renewable energy, education, and tourism are potential areas for cooperation between the two sides. Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Pham Hung Tam (right) at the meeting with Western Australia’s leader. (Photo: VNA) During his meeting with leaders of Western Australia, held as part of his working visit to the state from October 9-11 (local time),  Vietnamese [...]

The bridge is designed as a cable-stayed structure, with a total length of more than 5 km. Perspective view of Thuong Cat Bridge. The Hanoi People’s Committee held the groundbreaking ceremony for the Thuong Cat Bridge and its connecting roads project on October 8. The event is dedicated to the 71st anniversary of the Liberation [...]

The 2025 International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) World Congress opens in Hanoi. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers a speech at the 2025 FIATA Congress in Hanoi. (Photo: VGP) With its strategic location along major international maritime and air routes, a 3,260-kilometer coastline, and a comprehensive network of seaports, airports, and border gates, [...]

Submitted designs must ensure modernity, feasibility, uniqueness, meet technical requirements, and harmonize with the urban landscape while aiming for sustainable development. (Illustrative image) The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has approved an architectural design competition for the main elevated bridge component of Sub-project 2: Upgrading the North-South arterial road (from Nguyen Van Linh Street [...]