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 [...]

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 [...]

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% 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 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 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 [...]