This is a brief rundown of what is being reported today in Vietnam’s state-approved media and some others.
It compiles coverage from official outlets like Dan Tri, Tuoi Tre, and VN Express, highlighting the narratives currently shaping the country’s economic, financial, and business news landscape.
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Traffic management systems
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that at a 21 November meeting, the Deputy Minister of Construction asked that intelligent transportation systems (ITS) packages be prioritised and fully completed by 31 December, with test runs required within 2025.
ITS uses sensors, cameras and AI to adjust signals, manage lanes and guide drivers and is expected to improve traffic flow, reduce delays and support cleaner, more efficient urban transport.
Ed.’s notes: Compliance with road rules probably a bigger issue. Adds depth to digital transformation narrative/targets – tech solutions prioritised over other more practical solutions.
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Land price deadline Hanoi
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that Hanoi is drafting a new land price table for 2026, dividing 126 communes and wards into 17 zones and applying updated market-based valuations.
Experts at a 24 November consultation meeting said market-aligned prices will improve fairness, investment conditions and land-use efficiency.
Economist Dinh Hanh warned that limiting the table’s validity to 31 December 2026 could cause people and investors to delay transactions, the article says.
Ed.’s notes: In past change after five years so people waited to sell for higher prices – above speaks to same problem just shorter time frame – challenges of half in open market half out approach to development.
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Fines for illegal crypto trading
VnExpress is reporting on a draft decree that suggests fines for domestic investors of 10-30 million dong or US$379–US$1,139 for trading digital assets on unlicensed platforms.
The draft decree also sets penalties for organisations operating or advertising digital asset services without licences at 180-200 million dong or US$6,831–US$7,587.
Ed.’s notes: See for background → What Vietnam’s New Law on Digital Technology Actually Means
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Press law revisions
Vietnamplus is reporting that lawmakers are calling for stronger protection for journalists and information providers in the revised Press Law, including protective gear and safety training.
They cite risks of retaliation, threats and exposure during investigations.
NA delegates have also called for protections for information providers that they say are currently vague and weak, and bans on misuse of personal data and requirements to shield identities.
Ed.’s notes: Adds to the narrative around the role of the press in Vietnam and how it is viewed as an institution.
VinSpeed CEO interview
Thanh Nien is carrying an interview with VinSpeed CEO Nguyen Viet Quang in which he says the company is prepared to accept huge losses on the North South high speed railway and is willing to remove the transit-oriented development (TOD) component (selling the land around a railway station, for example, to help cover the cost of the railway).
Quang says total 30 year cash flow is expected to reach US$42 billion against repayment obligations of US$49 billion.
He says TOD land is not attractive because stations are far from provincial centres and the company can pursue better sites elsewhere.
He also says removing TOD shows goodwill and proves VinSpeed is not using the project to secure real estate gains for its own benefit at all.
Ed.’s notes: Interesting dive in mindset of firm’s leadership – tens of billions of losses expected = very weak business case. Leaving out TOD in general confusing, to show goodwill more so.
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Honda racing circuit Tay Ninh
The Investor is reporting that Honda Mobilityland Corporation has floated plans to build a 600-hectare sports, entertainment, and tourism complex in Tay Ninh.
The company presented the proposal to Tay Ninh officials during a meeting in Tokyo on 18 November.
The complex would include an international racing circuit and year-round events such as car and motorcycle racing, drifting, e-sports, music festivals, and technology exhibitions.
Meat availability after floods
Thanh Nien is reporting that flooding in central Vietnam has destroyed more than 80,000 hectares of crops and swept away over 3.2 million livestock and poultry.
Dak Lak recorded about 63,000 hectares affected and nearly 3.2 million animals lost across small farms in multiple districts, the publication says.
Experts say meat supply for Tet will not be affected.
Ed.’s notes: Price pressures.
Offshore wind new resolution
VnExpress is reporting that the government has proposed requiring offshore wind developers to have minimum charter capital of VND 10,000 billion or US$379.66 million and equity equal to at least 15 percent of project investment as part of a draft resolution to kick start development.
Before 1 January 2031, provincial authorities may approve projects, assessing single investors directly or selecting among multiple investors based on lower projected electricity prices, lower investment levels, stronger finances and earlier submissions, according to the resolution.
Vietravel Airlines divestment
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that Vietravel has approved a plan to sell all remaining shares in Vietravel Airlines, where it currently holds more than 18.46 million shares.
The divestment is expected to be completed before 31 December 2025 and may pave the way for AirAsia’s entry in the Vietnam market, the article suggests.
Ed.’s notes: Adds to reports earlier in the week AirAsia was negotiating for a stake in Vietravel Airlines.
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Exporter stock prices & tariffs
The Investor is reporting that investor caution over tariff risks and slowing global economies has kept Vietnamese export stocks from recovering to pre-tariff levels.
Seafood stocks such as VHC and FMC remain below early April prices, while textile and wood stocks including TCM, TNG, STK, TDP and ACG also underperformed.
October M&A
The Investor is reporting that Vietnam’s M&A market recorded 52 deals worth about US$720.45 million in October 2025.
Real estate and industrials led in value with about US$225 million and US$109 million.
Energy deals reached about US$115 million.
Foreign strategic investors dominated activity, including OCI Holdings (SK) buying 65 percent of Elite Solar Power Wafer and Sumitomo (Japan) acquiring 49 percent of MEE JSC.
Stock market performance Monday
the-shiv is reporting that the VN-Index closed at 1,667.98, up 13.05 points or 0.79 percent, with a total trading value of VND 17,363.45 billion or US$658.95 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$43.91 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Exchange rates Monday
the-shiv is reporting that on November 24, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,750 and the sell rate was VND 27,870, a change of 50 and 70, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,810 (up 0.22 percent), according to Ty Gia USD.
Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,144, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,379.
Coffee exports
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam exported coffee to the tune of US$394 million in October, down 14.68 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year to date, Vietnam had exported US$7,416 million worth of coffee by the end of October.
Imports from France
the-shiv is reporting that in October, Vietnam imported US$146 million worth of goods from France, down 12.89 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
So far this year, Vietnam has imported US$1,677 million worth of goods from France.
Exports to UK
the-shiv is reporting that in October, Vietnam exported US$823 million worth of goods to UK, up 10.43 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$7,045 million worth of goods to UK.
Petrol products imports
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam imported petroleum products to the tune of US$480 million in October, down 7.86 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year to date, Vietnam had imported US$5,688 million worth of petroleum products by the end of October.
Plastic products exports
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam exported plastic products to the tune of US$641 million in October, 8.08 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year to date, Vietnam had exported US$6,138 million worth of plastic products by the end of October.
