Realized FDI in Q1 hits five-year high
05/04/2026 12:18VGP - Disbursed volume of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Viet Nam in the first quarter of this year was estimated at US$5.41 billion, a year-on-year increase of 9.1 percent, the highest level during the 2022–2026 period.
Viet Nam's GDP growth reaches 7.83% in January-March period
VGP – Viet Nam's GDP grew 7.83% in the first quarter this year, the National Statistics Office reported Saturday.
Viet Nam among countries making most effective use of IMF support
Economy 28/03/2026 18:17VGP - Viet Nam is among the countries that make the most effective use of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) support, especially policy recommendations, noted head of the IMF’s Article IV consultation mission team to Viet Nam Martin Sommer.
San Francisco Mayor pledges to promote investment in Viet Nam International Financial Center
Economy 28/03/2026 18:14VGP - Mayor of San Francisco City Daniel Lurie affirmed that the establishment of the Viet Nam International Financial Center (VIFC) is a practical initiative, pledging to support promotion and investment connections into the VIFC during his meeting with Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh on March 27.
Construction of on Lien Chieu Container Port
Economy 28/03/2026 18:11VGP - The announcement ceremony of the completion of the shared infrastructure construction at Lien Chieu Port and the launch of comprehensive construction investment project of Lien Chieu Container Terminal took place in Da Nang City on March 28.
Business community urged to contribute to fulfilling double-digit target
Economy 27/03/2026 12:52VGP - The business community should play a pioneering role in materializing the double-digit growth target in the 2026-2030 period and Viet Nam’s 100-year strategic goals, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Environmental protection taxes on fuels temporarily removed to curb price hikes
Economy 27/03/2026 06:32VGP - From March 26 until April 15, environmental protection tax rates on gasoline (excluding ethanol), diesel fuel and aviation fuel shall be cut to zero to stabilize domestic energy market, according to a decision signed by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Prime Minister orders prompt construction of strategic storage depot to enhance national energy autonomy
Economy 26/03/2026 19:22VGP - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered prompt construction of a strategic oil and petroleum storage depot in Thanh Hoa province's Nghi Son Commune in a bid to enhance national energy autonomy.
Ha Noi to pilot low-emission zone at Hoan Kiem ward from July
Economy 26/03/2026 08:02VGP - Ha Noi is set to pilot a low-emission zone around the core area of Hoan Kiem Lake starting July 1, 2026, as part of efforts to curb emissions, improve air quality, and accelerate the shift toward greener transportation.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urges Zarubezhneft to boost energy cooperation with Viet Nam
Economy 25/03/2026 12:30VGP - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged Zarubezhneft to coordinate closely with Petrovietnam and relevant Vietnamese enterprises to promote investment in new oil and gas exploration and production projects in Viet Nam and Russia.
EuroCham launches 2026 Whitebook
Economy 25/03/2026 09:04VGP - The European Chamber of Commerce in Viet Nam (EuroCham) on March 24 officially launched the 17th edition of its Whitebook, underscoring the need for more effective policy implementation to translate growing European investment commitments into tangible outcomes.
Finance ministry proposes 50% reduction in environmental protection tax on energy
Economy 25/03/2026 08:08VGP - The Ministry of Finance has proposed 50 percent reduction in the environmental protection tax on gasoline and oil amid enery price hikes induced by the current conflict in the Middle East.
EU to invest €560 million in Viet Nam with new focus on modern transport
Economy 24/03/2026 15:46VGP - The European Union (EU) and Viet Nam will invest over €560 million in sustainable transport and clean energy to create jobs and boost sustainable economic growth while reducing pollution in Viet Nam, in line with the EU Global Gateway strategy.
Da Nang Party Secretary verifies Hateco's investment capabilities for "mega-project" of Lien Chieu Container Port
Economy 21/03/2026 14:14VGP - Le Ngoc Quang, member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of Da Nang Municipal Party Committee, led a delegation of Da Nang City Party Committee to visit the Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal (Lach Huyen port). This event took place as Hateco had just been selected as the investor of Lien Chieu Container Port project in Da Nang.
Gov't calls for promoting energy savings, energy transition amid global energy supply disruptions
Economy 20/03/2026 21:04VGP – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for promoting energy savings and energy transition amid global energy supply disruptions.
Viet Nam, Japan sign US$609 mln in ODA loans
Economy 20/03/2026 12:46VGP - Japan will provide US$609 million in official development assistance (ODA) loans for the fiscal year 2025 to support Viet Nam’s green transition and climate resilience.
Viet Nam–China railway connectivity is strategic breakthrough in economic cooperation: Party chief
Economy 20/03/2026 08:27VGP - Cooperation in infrastructure and railway connectivity between Viet Nam and China holds great significance, as it reduces logistics costs, shortens transportation time, and enhances competitiveness, reiterated General Secretary To Lam.
Viet Nam set to roll out E10 biofuel from April amid global energy uncertainty
Economy 20/03/2026 08:22VGP - Viet Nam is expected to officially roll out E10 biofuel from April, two months earlier than the originally scheduled deadline, in a bid to reduce mineral gasoline consumption by 10 percent and cut dependence on imported fuel amid a volatile global energy market.
Gov’t chief receives EC inspection delegation on IUU
Economy 20/03/2026 07:36VGP - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Thursday hosted a reception for an inspection delegation from the European Commission (EC), led by its Director for International Ocean Governance and Sustainable Fisheries Fernando Andresen Guimaraes, who are on a working visit to Viet Nam to conduct the fifth inspection of the country's fight against IUU fishing.
Key socio-economic indicators in first two months of 2026
Economy 19/03/2026 13:57VGP - Below are key socio-economic indicators in February and the first two months of 2026 recently released by the National Statistics Office (GSO) under the Ministry of Finance.
