New strategies of South Korean big techs in Vietnam
New strategies of South Korean big techs in Vietnam
21/02/2025

Vietnam has emerged as a strategic “playground” for major Korean tech giants like SK Group, Samsung, and others. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets with Mr. Chey Tae-won, Chairman of SK Group and President of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI). Photo: VNA. The “New Appetite” of South Korean Investors With FDI totaling $7.06 billion in …

Vietnam’s first metro line put into commercial operation
Vietnam’s first metro line put into commercial operation
23/12/2024

The metro line runs for 19.7 km between Ben Thanh Station in District 1 and Suoi Tien Depot in Thu Duc city in Ho Chi Minh City. At the launching ceremony for the first Metro line in Vietnam held on December 22, 2024. (Photo: VGP) The Metro line No.1 in Ho Chi Minh City was …

Gelex Group named among notable M&A deals companies in 2024
Gelex Group named among notable M&A deals companies in 2024
04/12/2024

Gelex Group has been recognized for its notable M&A deal in the renewable energy sector, receiving recognition at the 16th Vietnam M&A Forum 2024. Gelex Group representative receives M&A deals award in 2023-2024. Photo courtesy of Gelex The deal involved the transfer of renewable energy projects to a subsidiary of Sembcorp Group, a leading corporation …

E-commerce sector grows 18%
E-commerce sector grows 18%
22/11/2024

Vietnam’s e-commerce market is estimated at US$22 billion this year, ranking third in Southeast Asia behind Indonesia ($65 billion) and Thailand ($26 billion). The app icons of five e-commerce platforms in Vietnam are shown on a smartphone. Photo by VnExpress/Vien Thong The market has grown by 18% from last year, the third fastest rate behind …

HCM City aims to become Southeast Asian logistics hub
HCM City aims to become Southeast Asian logistics hub
20/11/2024

HCM City is set to enhance its logistics sector to become a key logistics hub in Southeast Asia by 2030, leveraging global supply chain opportunities. Võ Văn Hoan, deputy chairman of the People’s Committee, speaks at HCM City Logistics 2024 conference organised by the HCM City Logistics Association on Friday. — VNA/VNS Photo HCM City …

VN-UK trade continues to grow
VN-UK trade continues to grow
19/11/2024

Việt Nam’s exports to the UK in the last 10 months amounted to nearly $6.4 billion, a 22 per cent annual increase. An electronics production factory in the northern province of Thái Nguyên. The category of machinery, equipment and spare parts led Việt Nam’s exports to the UK in October. — VNA/VNS Photo Trần Việt …