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”. …

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 …

Vietnam e-commerce market 3rd largest in Southeast Asia
Vietnam e-commerce market 3rd largest in Southeast Asia
07/11/2024

Vietnam’s e-commerce market is estimated at US$22 billion, the third largest in Southeast Asia behind only Indonesia ($65 billion) and Thailand ($26 billion). The market has grown by 18% from last year, the third fastest rate behind the Philippines (23%) and Thailand (19%), according to the annual “e-Conomy SEA 2024” report by Google, Temasek and …