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.
Motorbike production in Vietnam down 34.74 percent in February
Vietnam produced 373.56 thousand motorbikes in February, down 34.74 percent from 224.65 thousand in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam Furniture Manufacturing 2026: Market, Exports & Key Players
Vietnam has emerged as a significant global player in the furniture manufacturing industry. The country’s strategic geographic location, coupled with a relatively skilled workforce and competitive production costs, has positioned it as a preferred destination for furniture production and export. The furniture sector has experienced rapid growth, driven by increasing global demand for high-quality, yet affordable furniture.
Vietnam Golf Industry 2026: Growth, Key Players & Destinations
Vietnam’s golf industry has experienced significant growth, emerging as a key player in Asia’s golfing scene. The country’s diverse landscapes have attracted international interest, leading to the development of numerous world-class golf courses designed by renowned architects like Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman. Key golfing hubs include Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, and coastal regions like Nha Trang and Cam Ranh….
Vietnam tourist arrivals fall 9.2 percent MoM in February 2026
In February, Vietnam recorded 2,228,372 tourist arrivals, a decrease of -9.20 percent from January, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Vietnam’s Cement Industry 2026: Growth, Exports & Key Players
Vietnam’s cement industry has emerged as a critical sector in the nation’s industrial development, driven by rapid urbanisation and infrastructure expansion. As one of the world’s largest cement producers, Vietnam benefits from abundant raw materials and a growing domestic and regional market. However, the sector faces challenges such as overcapacity and fluctuating global demand, which have created a highly competitive environment.
Vietnam’s Tourism Industry 2026: Growth, Challenges, & Opportunities
Tourism in Vietnam plays a vital role in Vietnam’s economy, contributing significantly to GDP, job creation, and foreign exchange earnings. It includes a wide range of services such as hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, tour operators, transportation, and attractions, catering to both international and domestic tourists.
How to Open a Data Centre in Vietnam 2026: Ownership, Location & Regulations
Opening a data centre in Vietnam for foreign firms or individuals is not always easy. Not only are there several technical requirements that need to be met, but there are also a broad number of considerations that need to be made–choosing the right location, the right business structure, and finding the right workers, for example. This guide runs through the nuts and bolts of these processes and more.
Vietnam exports to Singapore up 1.42% January 2026 MoM / computers +21.10%, machines +10.50%
In January, Vietnam exported US$572 million worth of goods to Singapore, up 1.42 percent over December, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Open a Supermarket in Vietnam 2026: Culture, Trends & Regulations
Do you want to open a supermarket in Vietnam? This guide covers licencing and regulations, wages, location selection and more.
How to Export Coffee from Vietnam: Regulations, Business Options & Customs
Vietnam is among the world’s biggest coffee exporters. In 2022, Vietnam exported coffee to the tune of 1.78 million tons second in volume only to Brazil. This brought the burgeoning Southeast Asian nation either US$3.2 billion or US$4 billion, depending on who you ask. Either way, it’s a huge amount of coffee which is produced by a huge coffee industry in Vietnam. Here’s a brief overview as to how to go about exporting coffee from Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Free Trade Agreements 2026: List & Key Partnerships
Vietnam has signed multiple Free Trade Agreements with various countries and regions. These agreements aim to reduce or eliminate tariffs, enhance market access, and promote economic cooperation across diverse sectors such as textiles, machinery, and agriculture. This is in line with a broader strategy of export-led economic development.
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.
Mobile phone production in Vietnam down 2.07 percent in January
Vietnam produced 14.91 million mobile phones in January, down 2.07 percent from 15.23 million in December, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 40.67 points, foreign traders net-sell US$49.79 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,767.84, down 40.67 points or 2.25 percent, with a total trading value of VND 33,652.72 billion or US$1277.14 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$49.79 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 unchanged, March 06, 2026
On March 6, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,850, and the sell rate was VND 26,900, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,875 (down 0.00 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
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.
Vietnam trade posts US$2.98 billion deficit in first two months
Vietnam’s total merchandise trade reached US$155.7 billion in the first two months of 2026, an increase of 22.2 percent compared with the same period last 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 retail sales rise 7.9 percent in first two months 2026, Tet boosts consumption
Vietnam’s retail and consumer services sector expanded in the first two months of 2026 as spending increased around the Lunar New Year holiday.
Foreign Investment in Vietnam Education: Decree 86 Key Regulations
Decree 86 is a key piece of legislation in Vietnam that regulates foreign investment in the education sector. Issued on June 6, 2018, this decree provides detailed guidelines on the establishment and operation of foreign-invested educational institutions and cooperation projects in Vietnam. It plays a crucial role in Vietnam’s broader effort to internationalise its education system while ensuring compliance with national educational standards and policies.
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,
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,
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
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
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This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It