Vietnam eyes top 3 in investment environment in ASEAN next 2 years: Party Chief
A key objective is to trim off at least 30% of administrative procedures and cut both business costs and unofficial fees.
18:03, 2025/02/22
Vietnam attracts South Korean tech investment at SEMICON Korea 2025
The event provided a platform for Vietnam to showcase its semiconductor potential and reaffirm its commitment to developing high-tech industries and strengthening international cooperation.
16:46, 2025/02/20
Swedish group plans US$1 billion investment in Binh Dinh recycling plant
By creating a large number of jobs and promoting a green economy, the initiative is important in establishing Vietnam as a global hub for the circular textile sector.
21:05, 2025/02/03
Bright prospects for FDI inflows into Vietnam in 2025
Market size, growth potential, low labor costs, and stable political and social conditions continue to be Vietnam’s selling points in attracting foreign investors.
11:46, 2018/06/11
Vietnam parliament delays approval of special economic zone bill
Vietnam`s National Assembly, the country`s supreme legislative body, has decided to delay the voting on a draft law on special administrative-economic zone (SEZ), which had been scheduled for June 15.
08:05, 2018/06/09
Foreign investors target Vietnamese bank shares
Positive policy changes and improved bad debt resolution are making Vietnam’s banking industry become more attractive to foreign investors, experts have said.
17:20, 2018/06/07
99-year land leasing tenure under consideration for shortening: PM
The Government will propose shortening the maximum land leasing tenure of 99 years at special administrative economic zones (SEZs), said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
14:41, 2018/06/07
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City remain Vietnam's economic hubs regardless of SEZs: Deputy PM
The establishment of special administrative - economic zones (SEZs) will have no impact on investment and development policies of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue has affirmed.
07:50, 2018/06/07
FDI inflows to make a come-back next quarters
Despite the slowdown of FDI inflows in the first five months of this year, projects approved in the rest of the year will get the capital source back on track, officials forecast.
17:17, 2018/06/06
Economic minister allays concern over China influence in future SEZs
Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung said many people are deliberately distorting the nature of the draft law for special economic zones (SEZs), which contains no word about China.
11:44, 2018/06/06
HSC steps in Vinasun as major shareholder after GIC's exit
Ho Chi Minh City Securities Corporation (HSC) has completed the purchase of 7.2 million shares, equivalent to 10.6% charter capital in taxi firm Vinasun, according to the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE).
07:45, 2018/06/06
Foreign investment starts pouring into Vietnam's agriculture
Many foreign firms are exploring investment opportunities in Vietnam’s agriculture, fueled by the country’s innovation desire and commitments to streamline red tape in the sector.
15:59, 2018/06/04
GIC-backed Techcombank shares nosedive in trading debut
Hanoi-based Techcombank made a debut on the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange (HoSE) with shares traded at VND102,400 (US$4.49) on June 4 at the close, down 20% from their reference price of VND128,000 ($5.62) apiece.
09:58, 2018/06/04
MEF III completed investment in Vua Nem
Mekong Enterprise Fund III (MEF III), a private equity fund of Mekong Capital has completed an investment in mattress and bedding solution provider Vua Nem, announced the fund on June 4.
14:16, 2018/06/03
Habeco's divestment delayed due to previous commitment
The main hurdle in the divestment process of Hanoi Beer Alcohol and Beverage (Habeco) is its existing contract with Carlsberg, said Vice Minister of Industry & Trade Do Thang Hai.
16:50, 2018/06/02
Vinalines' IPO scheduled in August
Vietnam National Shipping Lines (Vinalines) expected to hold its initial public offering (IPO) in August and the first general shareholders meeting in September, informed the Group.
16:47, 2018/06/01
Controversy over preferential policies at special administrative-economic zones
Tax incentives and land leasing policies at special administrative-economic zones (SAEZs) have generated mixed opinions among experts, especially with regard to the duration of the incentives on offer.
12:13, 2018/06/01
New generation FDI attraction strategy under urgent need
After three decades of attracting foreign direct investment (FDI), it is high time for the government to come up with a new strategy to lure and optimize the capital inflow.
22:01, 2018/05/29
SCG to buy the remaining 29% stake of Long Son Petrochemicals
Thailand`s Siam Cement Group (SCG) has signed an agreement to acquire the 29% stake in Vietnam`s Long Son Petrochemicals (LSP) from PetroVietnam for over VND2.05 trillion (US$90.2 million), according to a stock exchange filing by the Thai firm.
21:19, 2018/05/29
CenLand to list shares on HoSE
Cen Group`s real estate brokerage arm CenLand plans to list 50 million shares, equivalent to VND500 billion (US$22 million) of charter capital, on Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange (HoSE), according to the latest announcement on the stock exchange.
21:04, 2018/05/28
Viettel to launch mobile network in Myanmar
Vietnam`s telecommunication company Viettel Group and its partners will launch the first 4G mobile network in Myanmar in June 9 under the brand Mytel, the Vietnamese government said on May 28.
09:34, 2018/05/27
State to divest 18% stakes at Viglacera in 2018
The Vietnam government plans to offload a 17.97% stake in ceramics and building material corporation Viglacera on the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX) by June, announced the firm on May 26.
08:23, 2018/05/25
Vietnam always creates favourable conditions for foreign investors
The Vietnamese Government always creates favourable conditions for foreign businesses, including those from the South Korea, to invest and expand operation in the country, said Minister and Chairman of the Office of the Government Mai Tien Dung.
16:12, 2018/05/23
Foreign investors vying for PVOil's stake
PetroVietnam Oil (PVOil) is in talks to sell a 44.72% stake to strategic investors later this year, after its US$184 million initial public offering (IPO) in January, its parent Vietnam Oil and Gas Group, or PetroVietnam, said on May 23.