Knowledge & Innovation
This category covers advancements in technology, education, and research, including startups, AI, fintech, and digital transformation. It highlights government policies on innovation, investment in R&D, and digital economy trends. As economies transition to knowledge-based industries, this section explores emerging technologies, automation, AI, and blockchain, showcasing how businesses and policymakers adapt to rapid innovation.
The Calm Before the Storm: Vietnam’s Economy in February 2026
The National Statistics Office (NSO) has released its February data, with Vietnam’s economy performing generally as expected. However, this data has been made all the more important by the conflict in Iran that began on February 28.
Vietnam February inflation rises 3.35% YoY, as Tet demand pushes up food and travel prices
Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) rose 1.14 percent in February compared with the previous month as food, dining and transport costs increased during the Lunar New Year holiday. Prices were up 1.19 percent compared with December 2025 and 3.35 percent year-on-year.
Freight Forwarding in Vietnam 2026: Key Players, Processes & Regulations
Freight forwarding in Vietnam plays a critical role in facilitating international trade and logistics in Vietnam, serving as a key connector between manufacturers, exporters, and global markets–with its strategic location in Southeast Asia and a rapidly expanding infrastructure network, Vietnam has become an important hub for freight forwarding services.
Vietnam News Today, March 06 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Fuel price hikes, Fuel retailers face fuel shortage, Ministry of Foreign Affairs on energy security, SBV on exchange rates, Oil / gas stock sell-off, Exporters call for government support, Dutch semiconductor investment, South Korean investment battery parts, HCMC startup fund, Last-mile delivery market exit, AMRO infrastructure report, Car production January, Stock market Thursday, Exchange rates Thursday, Milk imports, Updated: How to Manufacture Clothing in Vietnam 2026, Updated: Directory of Licensed Accounting Firms (2026), and more.
Vietnam News Today, March 05 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Government bond auction, Vingroup renewables portfolio expansion, Highlands moves toward 2027 IPO, Draft law commodities derivatives, Video game support foreign buyout, GPU infrastructure partnership, Australia blueberries VN market access, AMRO VN Infrastructure assessment, HSR route redirect request, Petrol station limits added then removed, Fuel price adjustment forecast today, Stock market bucking regional trend, 10% growth target to endure despite ME conflict, Public investment disbursement slow, Lack of data sharing as barrier to infrastructure development, Stock market Wednesday, Exchange rates Wednesday, and more.
Vietnam’s Law on Artificial Intelligence: Key Details and Limitations
It’s been widely reported that Vietnam’s Law on Artificial Intelligence came into force on March 1st. Here are the key components of the law and what it still needs to be practically effective.
Vietnam’s Economic Needs Test (ENT) for Foreign Retailers (2026)
In Vietnam, the Economic Needs Test applies to foreign-invested enterprises wishing to open retail outlets beyond their first store. The ENT process is designed to assess whether the opening of additional retail stores would meet the local economic demand. This can take time and effort, however, it is a necessary part of doing business in Vietnam for foreign retailers.
Vietnam Special Consumption Tax (SCT) 2026: Rates, Who Pays, & More
There are a number of taxes that foreign business owners in Vietnam should be aware of. One of these taxes is Vietnam’s special consumption tax which is particularly important for foreign proprietors of businesses like bars and nightclubs, hotels, and retail businesses broadly. With this in mind, this article runs through what this tax is, what it applies, and the key elements that apply to foreign business persons.
Vietnam Foreign Ownership Limits by Sector (2026 Update)
Vietnam has foreign ownership limits in a number of sectors. These sectors are outlined in Decree 31/2021/ND-CP which clarifies and adds detail to guidelines on foreign investment in Vietnam outlined in the Law on Investment 2020. All up there are 25 business lines in which no foreign investment is permitted and 59 business lines in which foreign investment is restricted.
Product Quality Self-Declarations in Vietnam 2026: Process & Requirements
Self-declaration is an important mechanism for speeding up the product registration process, particularly for non-high-risk food products. Here’s an overview of how the self-declaration process works and its requirements.
Vietnam News Today, March 02 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Exporter concerns shipping costs: Iran conflict, Impacts outbound tourism: Iran conflict, Stock market impacts: Iran conflict, EFTA + VN FTA negotiations, Settlement delays Vietnam stock exchange, HCMC labour shortage, Portugal opens Hanoi embassy, Vingroup foreign bond issuance, Bank credit to real estate sector, Japan confectionary maker new VN operations, Exchange rates impacting tourism, Jailbroken phone bank app halt, Another VinFast factory, Foreign CEOs at SOEs proposal, Exports to UK, Crude oil industry report January, Coffee exports, and more.
Food Safety Certification in Vietnam 2026: Compliance & Requirements
Food safety certification plays a vital role in Vietnam’s growing food industry, ensuring that businesses maintain high safety standards to protect consumers and meet regulatory requirements. Obtaining the appropriate certifications allows businesses to operate legally, improve their reputation, and compete in both local and international markets. Compliance with these certifications demonstrates a commitment to food safety and quality, contributing to the long-term success of the business and the overall safety of Vietnam’s food supply chain.
Vietnam News Today, February 27 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: LT Airport scale cost concerns: GS, Apostille Convention implementation deadline, Meta legal action Vietnam advertiser, Boeing stock on VN deals, 16m tonne steel plant proposal, Tourism sustainability calls, Thai firm bids on local sarsaparilla factory, Updates to Law on Geology and Minerals, EU fishing regs compliance review, Belgian ambassador meets with PM, Trade remedies ceramics Philippines, Germany’s KURZ expansion, Bad debts rising, Stock market Thursday, Exchange rates Thursday, Plastic product imports, Toy / sporting goods exports, and more.
Vietnam’s Pharmaceuticals Law 2026: Key Provisions & Enforcement
Vietnam’s Pharmaceuticals Law regulates the production, distribution, and use of pharmaceutical products to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality. It establishes strict standards for drug registration, licensing, and compliance, and mandates oversight by the Ministry of Health to protect public health and promote the development of the domestic pharmaceutical industry.
Vietnam News Today, February 26 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Taiwan packaging firm factory lease, Government bond issue outcome, Food prices lower, FLC unpaid employee insurances, Deposit insurance increase proposal, Causes of land ownership cert. delays, SpaceX legal VN legal structure, Domestic satellite internet requirements, Bank interest rate norms divergence, GS on SOE / culture development, Is Vietnam’s New Steel Strategy Solving the Right Problem?, Stock market Wednesday, Exchange rates Wednesday, Imports from Malaysia, Exports to India, Update: Vietnam’s Supplements Market 2026, Update: Liquor Licences in Vietnam 2026, and more.
Vietnam News Today, February 25 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Egg import quotas, MPS allowed to produce fireworks, Savings accounts, German vaccine tech agreement, Nghe An car registrations 2025, Expectations after IEEPA tariff end, Gold market response God of Wealth Day, VN historical Boeing agreements, AI in Vietnam context, Post-Tet employee turnover minimal, Stock market Tuesday, Exchange rates Tuesday, Phone imports, Exports of iron and steel products, Natural gas production, Imports from South Korea, Updated: Vietnam’s Health Insurance Industry 2026, and more.
Vietnam News Today, February 24 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Airport contractor public status revocation, VinFast Chinese supplier expansion, Cultural industries development, Viettel chairman on telecommunications sector, Quang Ninh OKs VinSpeed US$5.6 billion rail project, Fake news crackdown, HCMC tourism revenue Tet, New local car brand, Thai fridge maker fined, Exports to Malaysia, Stock market Monday, Exchange rates Monday, Plastics imports, Phone exports, Updated: Vietnam Food Processing Industry 2026, Updated: Vietnam’s Cheese Market 2026, Updated: Vietnam’s Petroleum Industry, and more.
Vietnam News Today, February 23 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Canada furniture brand new HCMC office, South Korea tyre manufacturing expansion, Vietanm joins IEA, Real estate sector analysis, USA restricted list removal, Response to EU tax noncooperation list, Labour market Q1 growth forecast, YADEA electric bike factory, Antidumping duties shrimp, Mortgage rates reach 15 percent, Tourist arrivals from Europe January, Crude oil production, Imports from Taiwan, Exports to South Korea, Computer imports, Fruit and veg exports, Aluminium production, and more.
Average Salary in Indonesia 2026: Monthly & by Sector
Indonesia has a reputation for abundant low cost labour. This has been instrumental to its rise as a key global manufacturing hub. That said, wages can vary greatly across sectors and industries, and by region. This article discusses the average salary in Indonesia and provides a glimpse into what firms can realistically expect to pay their staff when starting a business in Indonesia.
Vietnam News Today, February 20 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Boeing deals USA, Gift card market report, Startup funding, Car sales 2026 forecast, South Korea-led LNG project approved, Medtech investment, Tasco chairman on car market, Wood exports, Powdered milk production, Imports from Japan, Updated: Gambling in Vietnam 2026: Laws, Casinos & Betting Landscape, Updated: Top Footwear Manufacturers in Vietnam 2026: Key Players & Global Brands, Yesterday’s Vietnam news roundup, and more.
In today’s Vietnam news: Fuel prices cut, Double-digit growth target reinforced, New airport services delay approval requested, TikTok VN investment, Bybit in Vietnam, LG
In today’s Vietnam news: VN renews antidumping tariffs on Thai sugar, Power supply challenges continue, USTR tariffs forced labour, AMRO growth forecast downgrade, Foreign
In today’s Vietnam news: Fund outflows May, New HCMC airport trial operations to begin September, M&A HCMC 2026, Compensation for gas-to-electric bike switch Hanoi,
This is an interview with Chris Walker, a Vietnam Sourcing Expert with Vietnam Factory Tours how rising oil prices and the Middle East crisis are
This is an interview with John Gardner, CEO and Founding Partner, at Optimum Hospitality in Ho Chi Minh City. It covers fuel price impacts on:
This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It