Vietnam’s industrial production rises 9.3% in 11M
Vietnam’s industrial production rises 9.3% in 11M
08/12/2025

The manufacturing and processing sector continuing to be the main growth driver, expanding 10.6%. Vietnam’s index of industrial production (IIP) grew 9.3% in the first 11 months of 2025 compared to the same period last year, according to the National Statistics Office (GSO). The manufacturing and processing sector continued to be the main growth driver, …

Việt Nam focuses on diversification to ensure growth targets: PM
Việt Nam focuses on diversification to ensure growth targets: PM
26/06/2025

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính made the remarks about Việt Nam’s economic and foreign policies at the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2025 in Tianjin, China. Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính and World Economic Forum President and CEO Børge Brende at the policy dialogue in Tianjin, China on Wednesday. — VNA/VNS Photo Dương …

Vietnam, France boost maritime, cultural, and regional cooperation
Vietnam, France boost maritime, cultural, and regional cooperation
09/06/2025

French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit reaffirms the two countries’ commitment to regional stability and shared values. French Ambassador Olivier Brochet speaks at a media briefing in Hanoi on June 4. Photo: Hoang Nam/The Hanoi Times French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted enhanced cooperation in ocean protection, cultural exchanges, and regional connectivity, as well as France’s …

Domestic demand fuels industrial growth in Ho Chi Minh City
Domestic demand fuels industrial growth in Ho Chi Minh City
09/06/2025

HCM City’s Index of Industrial Production rose by 8.2 per cent in the first five months of 2025 compared with the same period last year, marking the city’s strongest five-month growth in seven years. According to the municipal Department of Industry and Trade, in May alone, the index increased by 5.1 per cent month on …

Vietnam: An emerging destination for the global film industry
Vietnam: An emerging destination for the global film industry
24/05/2025

As globalization deepens and countries seek innovative channels to promote their image, Vietnam is fast emerging as a promising destination for the international film industry. Nguyen Trung Khanh, Director General of the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, shared his insights at the seminar “Vietnam – Asia’s Dynamic Market and a New Destination for International Filmmakers”. …

Thai investors get $1.3B dividends from Vietnamese companies
Thai investors get $1.3B dividends from Vietnamese companies
22/05/2025

Billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, the third richest man in Thailand, and other Thai investors have received VND33 trillion (US$1.2 billion) in cash dividends from major Vietnamese companies since 2012. Data compiled by VnExpress shows Thai investors have benefited from the performance of dairy producer Vinamilk, brewer Sabeco, Binh Minh Plastics, packaging firm Tan Bien, and shrimp producer Sao …