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Vietnam News Today, August 24 2026, Business & Economy

August 24, 2026

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Rubber: Vietnam exports surge 25.43% in May

the-shiv June 19, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of rubber reached US$174.92 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 25.43 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$1.05 billion.

Transport & infrastructure: Vietnam’s US$67 billion high-speed railway faces 140-year capital recovery, minister warns

the-shiv June 19, 2025

If the Government of Vietnam were to spend US$67 billion on the proposed North-South high-speed railway, as opposed to funding the project through private investment, it could take up to 140 years to recover the initial capital, Minister of Construction, Tran Hong Minh, has said and Thanh Nien has reported.

Technology: Vietnam’s Telegram ban sees crypto communication plummet

the-shiv June 19, 2025

User activity in ten major Vietnamese crypto communities dropped over 45 percent within days of Vietnam’s Telegram ban going into effect, according to a report from Tiger Research.

Intellectual property: Vietnam moves closer to launching specialised IP court

the-shiv June 19, 2025

A draft resolution on court establishment and jurisdiction in Vientam, to include specialised IP courts, has been submitted for review, targeting a 1 July 2025 effective date, Mondaq has reported.

Energy: Germany’s GEO Group to invest US$50 million in Vietnam renewable energy training hub

the-shiv June 19, 2025

Germany’s GEO Group will invest US$50 million to develop a renewable energy workforce training and development centre in Binh Dinh province, in south-central Vietnam, The Investor has reported.

Seafood: Vietnam fisheries products imports rise 5.17 percent in May

the-shiv June 18, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of fishery products reached US$281.15 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 5.17 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.31 billion.

Coffee: Vietnam exports dip 10.97% in May

the-shiv June 18, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of coffee reached US$859.91 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 10.97 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$4.70 billion.

Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index slips 0.06 percent as foreign trading turns net negative

the-shiv June 18, 2025

The VN-Index edged down 0.86 points, or 0.06 percent, to close at 1,346.83 on Wednesday, with total trading value reaching VND 20,283.37 billion, or approximately US$780.13 million. Sentiment was cautious as key stocks saw mixed performance.

Agriculture: Vietnam fertiliser exports jump 13.76% in May

the-shiv June 18, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of fertilizers reached US$78.04 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 13.76 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$372.02 million.

Food processing: Vietnam cashew nut imports plummet by 40 percent in May

the-shiv June 18, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of cashew nuts reached US$434.17 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 40.70 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$2.08 billion.

Tax: Vietnam extends 8 percent VAT cut through end-2026

the-shiv June 18, 2025

Vietnam’s National Assembly has approved a reduction in the value-added tax (VAT) rate from 10 percent to 8 percent for most goods and services, effective from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026, in a move aimed at stimulating economic activity, The Investor has reported.

Real estate: Trump family to net US$5 million from Vietnam licensing deal

the-shiv June 18, 2025

A Trump branded resort and golf course project in northern Vietnam is reportedly set to new the Trump family US$5 million, with US$4 million paid already, according to a disclosure to the US Office of Government Ethics.

Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index rises 9.58 points as foreign investors return to net buying

the-shiv June 17, 2025

The VN-Index closed at 1,347.69 on 17 June 2025, up 9.58 points or 0.72 percent. Total trading value reached VND 20,913.38 billion (approximately US$804 million).

Bamboo and rattan products: Vietnam exports rise 1.12% in May

the-shiv June 17, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of bamboo and rattan products reached US$79.93 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 1.12 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$368.21 million.

Wood & Wooden Products: Vietnam Imports Climb by 21.89% in May

the-shiv June 17, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of wood and wooden products reached US$301.02 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a substantial increase of 21.89 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.22 billion.

Aquaculture: Vietnam fishery product exports jump 10.68% in May

the-shiv June 17, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of fishery products reached nearly US$997.12 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant increase of 10.68 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$4.21 billion.

Automotive: Vietnam motor vehicle parts & accessories up 8.70 percent in May

the-shiv June 17, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of motor vehicle parts and accessories reached US$471.82 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 8.70 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$2.17 billion.

Intellectual property: Vietnam counterfeit crackdown uncoveres 3,100+ violations

the-shiv June 17, 2025

Vietnam’s nationwide crackdown on counterfeit goods uncovered 3,114 violations worth more than VND 63 billion (US$2.42 million) between May 15 and June 15, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, and reported by VN Express. The campaign involved 3,891 inspections across the country.

Manufacturing: Vietnam approves 1,881-hectare Da Nang Free Trade Zone

the-shiv June 17, 2025

Vietnam’s Prime Minister, Pham Minh Chinh, has officially approved the creation of the Da Nang Free Trade Zone (FTZ), The Investor has reported. The FTZ is set to cover 1,881 hectares across seven non-contiguous sites.

Automotive: Honda Vietnam motorcycle and car sales rise sharply in May 2025

the-shiv June 17, 2025

Honda Vietnam reported strong sales growth in May 2025, with motorcycle sales rising 8.2 percent year-on-year and car deliveries jumping 25.9 percent, reflecting solid demand across both segments, The Investor has reported.

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