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Vietnam News Today, August 24 2026, Business & Economy

August 24, 2026

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Doing Business in Hanoi: Opportunities, Challenges, & FDI trends in 2025

the-shiv May 17, 2025

Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, offers a dynamic business environment for companies seeking to tap into the Southeast Asian market. As the country’s political, economic, and cultural hub, Hanoi provides access to a relatively skilled workforce and a growing consumer market. The city’s strategic location within the region facilitates trade and logistics, making it an attractive location for businesses across various sectors.

Cashew nut: Vietnam exports surge 28.60 percent in April, China sees massive growth

the-shiv May 17, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts reached US$494.06 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a substantial increase of 28.60 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$1.33 billion.

Pharmaceutical products: Vietnam imports down 3.08 percent in April, imports from US jump

the-shiv May 17, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of pharmaceutical products reached US$334.74 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight decrease of 3.08 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) import value of US$1.29 billion.

Ores and other minerals: Vietnam imports up in April, Australia leads

the-shiv May 17, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of ores and other minerals reached US$334.55 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 8.63 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) import value of US$1.08 billion.

Vietnam Residential Real Estate 2025: Prices, Trends & Key Players

the-shiv May 17, 2025

Vietnam’s residential real estate market is shaped by urbanisation, economic growth, and rising demand for diverse housing options. Major cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi dominate the sector, with developments ranging from affordable apartments to luxury villas. That said, there are challenges in the sector such as affordability issues and rising land prices. Regardless, the residential market remains a vital component of Vietnam’s real estate landscape.

Fertilizers: Vietnam imports up 10.03 percent over March, China remains top supplier despite decrease

the-shiv May 17, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of fertilizers reached US$158.61 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a 10.03 percent increase compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$586.61 million for this category.

Manufacturing: US furniture to open Vietnam warehouse, exit Georgia operations

the-shiv May 17, 2025

US firm Hooker Furnishings is opening a new warehouse in Vietnam, part of a broader logistics overhaul. The move is part of the company’s strategy to shift more inventory storage closer to its suppliers, reducing US safety stock needs, and improving responsiveness to shifting tariff policies, company leaders have told an earnings call.

News media: Vietnam police accuse local editor of 82 counts of extortion

the-shiv May 17, 2025

Dong Xuan Thu, former editor-in-chief of Vietnam Environment and Urban magazine, has been accused of involvement in 82 cases of property extortion, by the Thai Binh Police, as reported by Dan Tri. He allegedly directed reporters to write negative articles about local businesses, then used those articles as leverage to pressure subjects to pay to have them taken down.

Education: Vietnam university over-enrollment concerns in spotlight at education conference

the-shiv May 17, 2025

The current scale of university admissions in Vietnam—over 550,000 students across 200 universities in 2024—is “very unreasonable,” Dang Viet Xo, Principal of the Vietnam College of Industry and Trade has told an education conference, VN Express has reported.

Handbags, purses, & umbrellas: Vietnam exports up 7.33 percent in April, USA top destination

the-shiv May 16, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear and umbrellas reached US$393.52 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 7.33 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$1.39 billion.

Automotive: Vietnam car output surges 76.9 percent in first four months of 2025

the-shiv May 16, 2025

Vietnam produced an estimated 39,500 cars in April 2025, up 60 percent year-on-year. This was also up about 1,400 units over March which recorded 38,100 cars produced, according to the latest data from the National Office of Statistics.

Aviation: VietJet faces US$181.5 million payout as UK court denies delay request

the-shiv May 16, 2025

A London High Court has ordered VietJet Aviation JSC to pay US$181.5 million to aircraft lessor FW Aviation, rejecting the airline’s request to delay payments and ruling it has the means to comply, Bloomberg has reported. The decision follows a prolonged legal battle stemming from VietJet’s default on lease payments for four Airbus aircraft during the pandemic.

Animal feed: Vietnam output rises 7.7 percent in first four months of 2025

the-shiv May 16, 2025

Vietnam’s animal feed production continued its upward trend in April 2025, with an estimated 1.23 million tons produced, according to preliminary data. This represents a 9.3 percent increase compared to April last year.

Coffee: Indonesia sets sights on Vietnam’s No. 2 global producer spot

the-shiv May 16, 2025

Indonesia is aiming to surpass Vietnam and become the world’s second-largest coffee producer, according to Chief Food Affairs Minister Zulkifli Hasan. Currently ranked fourth with over 700,000 tons annually, Indonesia wants to increase output through improved seedlings, post-harvest processing, and packaging, the Jakarta Globe has reported.

Motor vehicles: Vietnam imports slightly down in April, Thailand leads

the-shiv May 16, 2025

Vietnam’s motor vehicle imports reached US$422.93 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 4.98 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) import value of US$1.40 billion.

Insulated wires & cables: Vietnam imports up 6.03 percent over March, China leads

the-shiv May 16, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of insulated wires and cables reached US$395.67 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a 6.03 percent increase compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$1.39 billion for this category.

Insecticides & rodenticides: Vietnam imports up 2 percent in April

the-shiv May 16, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of insecticides, rodenticides, and related materials reached US$99.99 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a marginal 2.06 percent increase compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$341.64 million for this category.

Digital assets: Vietnam proposes heavy fines for unlicensed crypto activities

the-shiv May 15, 2025

Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance has released a draft amendment introducing administrative sanctions for violations in the crypto asset sector, including fines for both investors and service providers, Tuoi Tre has reported.

Fruits and vegetables: Vietnam exports up 9.66 percent in April, China top destination

the-shiv May 15, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of fruits and vegetables reached US$523.52 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 9.66 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$1.69 billion.

Cashew nuts: Vietnam imports surge 45 percent in April

the-shiv May 15, 2025

Vietnam imported US$732.22 million worth of cashew nuts in April 2025, up 45.07 percent from March, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total year-to-date imports reached US$1.66 billion, with Cambodia, Tanzania and Ghana as the largest suppliers.

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