After announcing plans to restart its nuclear power programme in November following an eight-year gap, Vietnam has now inked a non-binding agreement with Russia on nuclear energy and cooperation in …
Giant isopod named after Darth Vader is a delicacy in Vietnam
A marine crustacean that looks like Darth Vader’s helmet has been recognised as a new species, but it could be under threat from trawling due to its popularity in Vietnamese restaurants …
China Exports More to Vietnam Than Japan for First Time as Supply Chains Shift
Vietnam overtook Japan as China’s third-largest export destination for the first time, as US tariffs force companies to find new suppliers to avoid levies while continuing to rely on Chinese …
Laos and Vietnam launch new cross-currency transaction, retail payment systems
The governments of Laos and Vietnam have initiated a cross-currency transaction service and cross-border payment system using QR code technology, to strengthen economic ties between the two nations.
HSBC forecasts Vietnam 2025 GDP growth at 6.5%, inflation at 3.0%
Vietnam’s gross domestic product is forecast to grow 6.5% this year, compared with 7.09% last year, with inflation expected to ease to 3.0% in 2025 from 3.6% in 2024, HSBC said on Monday. It warned …
Largest foreign investors continue drive in Vietnam
Vietnam continues to strengthen its position as a top destination for foreign investment, attracting significant inflows from the likes of Singapore, South Korea, China, Hong Kong, and Japan. Pham Duc …
Billionaire brothers bring prosperity to football and business in Vietnam
The Nguyen Xuan family has left an indelible mark on Vietnamese football and business, with three of its seven siblings achieving significant success in both fields.
AEON Financial Acquires Vietnam’s PTF from SeABank for US$170 Million
AEON Financial Service has acquired Vietnam’s Post and Telecommunication Finance Company (PTF) from SeABank for appoximately US$170 million …
AEON Financial Acquires Vietnam’s PTF from SeABank for US$170 Million
AEON Financial Service has acquired Vietnam’s Post and Telecommunication Finance Company (PTF) from SeABank for appoximately US$170 million …
Vietnam emerges as global durian powerhouse with export value reaching $4.5b
HANOI – Vietnam has established itself as a new giant in the global durian market, with export value reaching US$3.3 billion (S$4.5 billion) in 2024, CNBC has recently reported.