August 24, 2026
vietnam
The Vietnam category covers economic developments, investment trends, and policy updates specific to the country. It explores market opportunities, trade relations, industry growth, and government initiatives, providing insights into Vietnam’s role in global supply chains, emerging sectors, and foreign business expansion.
Interview: Nuno Ribeiro | Tourism & Hospitality Expert | RE: Vietnam tourism + energy crisis + sustainability
Mark Barnes April 28, 2026 2:01 pm
This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It covers Vietnam’s tourism industry and the fuel crisis, sustainability, and human resources development.
Vietnam cotton imports up 55.79 percent in March 2026, led by the USA and Brazil
the-shiv April 28, 2026 1:02 pm
Vietnam imported cotton to the tune of US$252 million in March, up from US$161.76 million in February, a change of 55.79 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, April 28 2026, Business & Economy
Mark Barnes April 28, 2026 8:41 am
In today’s Vietnam news: VN SK Supermarket chain MoU, Credit limits weighing on bank growth, Singapore legal action HCMC Empire City development, Phu Quoc Casino profit woes, LNG imports increase, SK Group AI data centre VN, Petrol retailers push remove price restrictions, Capital market risks, Powdered milk production March, Ceramics exports March, Yesterday’s Vietnam news roundup, and more.
Powdered milk production in Vietnam up 13.60 percent in March / year-on-year +10.77%, YTD +14.48%
the-shiv April 27, 2026 2:37 pm
Vietnam produced 13.53 thousand tonnes of powdered milk in March, up 13.60 percent from 11.91 thousand tonnes in February 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office of Vietnam.
Vietnam ceramic exports rise to US$57 million in March, up 29.77 percent from February
the-shiv April 27, 2026 12:33 pm
Vietnam exported ceramics to the tune of US$57 million in March, up from US$44 million in February, a change of 29.77 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, April 27 2026, Business & Economy
Mark Barnes April 27, 2026 8:24 am
In today’s Vietnam news: Starlink routers made in Vietnam, US router ban, New restrictions on lawyers, New motor plant southern Vietnam, Vietnam considering Russian fighter jet upgrade, VN EU steel quota Q2 almost filled, Construction sector outlook: Vinaconex, Techombank real estate exposure, Asia-Pacific hotel trends report, Shrimp and crab deaths heatwave, Sungroup to develop Quang Ngai forest, Petrolimex takes US$37.9m hit over rising oil prices, HCMC gold seizures, Airfare price hikes on Gulf tensions, and more.
Vietnam pharmaceuticals imports up 76.60 percent in March 2026 / Italy +211.19%, Germany +31.58%
the-shiv April 26, 2026 12:57 pm
Vietnam imported pharmaceuticals to the tune of US$376 million in March, up from US$212.75 million in February, a change of 76.60 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam cashew nut exports up 108.81 percent MoM in March 2026, led by USA +139.42, China +432.56%
the-shiv April 26, 2026 11:13 am
Vietnam exported cashew nuts to the tune of US$346 million in March, up from US$166 million in February, a change of 108.81 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam seafood imports up 70.26 percent in March 2026 / India +86.96%, Japan +76.21%
the-shiv April 25, 2026 3:03 pm
Vietnam imported seafood to the tune of US$287 million in March, up from US$169 million in February, a change of 70.26 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam fibre and yarn exports up 70.58 percent MoM in March 2026 / China +93.25%, South Korea +50.06%
the-shiv April 25, 2026 2:57 pm
Vietnam exported fibre and yarn to the tune of US$438 million in March, up from US$257 million in February, a change of 70.58 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam wheat imports up 6.82 percent in March 2026 / Australia +17.97%, Canada +197.12%
the-shiv April 25, 2026 2:11 pm
Vietnam imported wheat to the tune of US$288 million in March, up from US$270 million in February, a change of 6.82 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam non-wood furniture exports up 41.12 percent MoM in March 2026 / Denmark +51.46%, Australia -3.74%
the-shiv April 25, 2026 1:01 pm
Vietnam exported non-wood furniture to the tune of US$367 million in March, up from US$ million in February, a change of 41.12 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam chemicals imports up 56.75 percent in March 2026 / China 83.03%, Japan 29.31%
the-shiv April 25, 2026 12:52 pm
Vietnam imported chemicals to the tune of US$892 million in March, up from US$569 million in February, a change of 56.75 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam rice exports up 102.04 percent MoM in March 2026 / Cambodia 140.54%, Philippines 128.57%
the-shiv April 25, 2026 9:11 am
Vietnam exported rice to the tune of US$479 million in March, up from US$285 million in February, a change of 68.35 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 17.07 points, foreign traders net-sell US$73.55 million, Friday
the-shiv April 24, 2026 5:04 pm
The VN-Index closed at 1,853.29, down 17.07 points or 0.91 percent, with a total trading value of VND 19,347.92 billion or US$734.27 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$73.55 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, April 24, 2026
the-shiv April 24, 2026 4:25 pm
On April 24, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,670, and the sell rate was VND 26,700, a change of 100 and 100, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,685 (up 0.38 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Car production in Vietnam up 43.55 percent in March / year-on-year +17.62%, YTD +18.55%
the-shiv April 24, 2026 2:38 pm
Vietnam produced 44.81 thousand motor vehicles in March, up 43.55 percent from 31.21 thousand units in February 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Fresh milk production in Vietnam up 17.84 percent in March / year-on-year +12.09%, YTD +5.10%
the-shiv April 24, 2026 2:27 pm
Vietnam produced 149.85 million litres of fresh milk in March, up 17.84 percent from 127.16 million litres in February 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam plastic products imports up 33.85 percent in March 2026 / China +38.67%, South Korea +14.81%
the-shiv April 24, 2026 10:11 am
Vietnam imported plastic products to the tune of US$940 million in March, up from US$702 million in February, a change of 33.85 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam fertiliser exports up 102.04 percent MoM in March 2026 / Cambodia 140.54%, Philippines 128.57%
the-shiv April 24, 2026 10:01 am
Vietnam exported fertiliser to the tune of US$173 million in March, up from US$85.43 million in February, a change of 102.04 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, August 27 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Interest on late wages, HD Bank capital raising, Techcombank foreign buyers, China electronics firm expanding, New Japan polysilicon factory VN,
Vietnam News Today, August 26 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Gold below world price, Gold bar liquidity issues, Bank bond interest rates easing, SME loan access, New data storage fines,
Vietnam News Today, August 25 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Novaland outstanding bond debts, Misleading advertising fine water purifiers, Honda EV 2W sales jump, Entry-level jobs shrinking, Hanoi rooftop solar
Interview: Chris Walker | Vietnam Sourcing Expert | RE: Apparel manufacturing Vietnam + rising fuel prices
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
Interview: John Gardner | CEO & Founding Partner at Optimum Hospitality, RE: Vietnam tourism + fuel price impacts + market dynamics
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:
Interview: Nuno Ribeiro | Tourism & Hospitality Expert | RE: Vietnam tourism + energy crisis + sustainability
This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It