This is a brief rundown of what is being reported today and what was reported over the weekend 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.
Vingroup planned expansion into Sweden
Scandasia is reporting that Vietnam’s Vingroup is planning to roll out GSM electric taxi services in Sweden and the wider Nordic region, following talks with the Vietnamese Embassy in Sweden.
The discussions focused on expanding green mobility through VinFast-linked services, with a possible launch event in August 2026 tied to Vietnam’s National Day. View source→
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Counterfeit Nike seizure
VnExpress is reporting that Danang authorities fined seven businesses more than VND215 million (US$8,159) for selling counterfeit goods bearing major fashion brands.
The Market Management Department said inspections in early April led to the seizure of 295 counterfeit handbags and 27 pairs of Nike sneakers.
Officials said the goods, valued at nearly VND178 million (US$6,757), lacked proper invoices and documentation and will be destroyed. View source→
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Savings interest reduced at direction of SBV
Thanh Nien is reporting that Vietcombank, BVBank, and VPBank have cut deposit rates by 0.3 to 0.5 percent per year following guidance from the State Bank of Vietnam.
Vietcombank, BVBank and VPBank cut deposit rates across tenors by 0.3 to 0.5 percent, with Vietcombank capping its 24-month rate at 6 percent and others reducing mid- to long-term rates to roughly 5.6–6.65 percent per year. View source→
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Vingroup bond issuance Austria #2
Nguoi Lao Dong is reporting that Vingroup plans to list US$350 million in international bonds on the Vienna Stock Exchange, with a five-year tenor and US$200,000 face value per bond.
The bonds carry a direct repayment obligation and include an option to receive shares in Vinpearl owned by Vingroup. View source→
Ed.’s notes: Vingroup also raised US$325 million through a bond issuance in Austria in December of last year.
Note rising US dollar-denominated debt + sales in mostly VND = increasing currency risk.
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No public holiday changes
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that the Ministry of Home Affairs said on April 10 it will not adjust the 2026 holiday schedule to create a nine-day break for Hung Kings Commemoration Day and April 30 to May 1.
The ministry stated there is no policy or proposal to swap working days with weekends, despite recent public discussion suggesting a longer continuous holiday. View source→
Ed.’s notes: It was reported Thursday that the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour was surveying workers to see if they wanted to change it.
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Sun Group Belgium events firm partnership
The Investor is reporting that Sun Group has partnered with Belgium’s Dragone to develop large-scale live entertainment productions in Vietnam, with a flagship show planned for APEC 2027 in Phu Quoc.
The project will centre on a theatrical dinner show at the APEC 2027 Convention and Exhibition Centre, integrating performance, technology, and local cultural elements. View source→
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Vietnam Adidas largest sourcing base
The Investor is reporting that Vietnam remains Adidas’s largest sourcing base, accounting for 27 percent of global production in 2025, unchanged year on year.
The country dominates footwear output with a 41 percent share, while also ranking second in apparel at 18 percent behind Cambodia. View source→
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Car charging grid concerns
Nguoi Lao Dong is reporting that if 100,000 electric cars charge simultaneously at fast-charging stations, the instantaneous load could reach 6–12 gigawatts, equal to roughly one-eighth to one-quarter of Vietnam’s total system capacity.
Vietnam had around 215,000 electric cars by the end of 2025, the article notes. View source→
Ed.’s notes: FYI the 215,000 figure – VinFast has reported about 395,000 sales since 2020.
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Amkor looking for government investment support
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that Amkor Technology Vietnam, operator of the country’s largest semiconductor plant with US$1.6 billion in investment, is seeking a support mechanism equal to 3 percent of project capital.
The company aims to expand production and is requesting additional policies to improve competitiveness, retain skilled labour, and secure LPG supply in potential energy shortages. View source→
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Fuel tax cut to zero
Nha Dau Tu is reporting that Vietnam’s National Assembly has approved a temporary reduction of multiple fuel-related taxes to zero, effective from April 16 to June 30, to ease cost pressures and support economic recovery.
The policy cuts environmental protection tax, value-added tax obligations, and special consumption tax on petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel to zero. View source→
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Imports from Kuwait March
In March, Vietnam imported US$434.82 million worth of goods from Kuwait, up from US$385.21 million in February, a change of 12.88 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Exports to USA March
In March, Vietnam exported US$15,191 million worth of goods to the USA, up 52.77 percent over February, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Petrol imports March
Vietnam imported petrol and diesel to the tune of US$1,455 million in March, up from US$721 million in February, a change of 101.92 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Computer exports March
Vietnam exported computers to the tune of US$13,009 million in March, up from US$8,105 million in February, a change of 60.50 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Car sales March
Total car sales in Vietnam reached 31,351 units in March 2026, up from 15,665 in February, according to the latest data from the Vientam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA). Read the full article →
Stock market Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,750.00, up 13.32 points or 0.77 percent, with a total trading value of VND 24,658.32 billion or US$935.80 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$31.95 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange. Read the full article →
Exchange rates Friday
On April 10, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,800, and the sell rate was VND 26,830, a change of 110 and 130, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,815 (down 0.45 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD. Read the full article →
Motorbike production March
Vietnam produced 354.20 thousand motorbikes in March, up 57.67 percent from 224.65 thousand in February 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office. Read the full article →
Friday’s Vietnam news roundup
In today’s Vietnam news: Samsung chip testing and packaging facility possibility, Household income sentiment declines, Burger King scales back operations, Fuel prices reduced, Just 2 projects >2/3 March FDI, Food price management, Private sector state propaganda, Standing committee agrees to fuel tax cut extension proposal, “Off-budget” funds to support PSF proposal, Ford + Tasco Auto MoU EV charging infrastructure, MoIT on US trade investigations, New SBV governor + bank meeting, Public investment goals 2026 – 2030, Seafood sector challenges on provincial merger, Stock market Thursday, Exchange rates Thursday, WB revised growth forecasts, and more. Read the full article →