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.
Airport contractor public status revocation
An Ninh Tien Te is reporting that the State Securities Commission revoked the public company status of Ricons Construction, which is currently working on the Long Thanh International Airport.
Ed.’s notes: Article doesn’t say why it was revoked or address implications for the airport. #monitoring
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VinFast Chinese supplier expansion
CLS is reporting that Chinese suppliers are expanding their role in VinFast’s supply chain, with listed Chinese firms including Gotion High Tech, Feilong Auto Components and Hongfa Technology disclosing supply relationships or joint venture plans linked to VinFast.
Hongfa Technology’s subsidiary plans to invest VND1.35 billion (US$51,000) in a joint venture with VinFast Trading and Production Joint Stock Company in Vietnam, the article notes.
Ed.’s notes: Despite claims of significant localisation, VinFast’s supply chains are largely opaque. This sheds some light on that. Note perspective – this is a Chinese publication.
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Cultural industries development
Vietnam News is reporting that Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to draft an action plan and develop a national target programme on culture, with a resolution to be submitted to the National Assembly Standing Committee.
The Prime Minister called for decentralisation, streamlined licensing procedures and a shift from management to governance with clearer resource allocation and supervision.
Ed.’s notes: Noted for references to administrative and governance obstacles to cultural industries development as opposed to heavily regulated speech.
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Fake news crackdown
VN Economy is reporting that the Ministry of Public Security has drafted a decree proposing measures to prevent and handle violations related to fake and false information.
The draft proposes establishing a National Data Centre for preventing and combating fake information, managed by the Ministry of Public Security to receive reports, issue warnings, and coordinate data sharing across agencies.
Ed.’s notes: Focus of draft decree seems to be anti-state speech, not necessarily fake news.
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Viettel chairman on telecommunications sector
The Investor is reporting that Viettel Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tao Duc Thang has warned that sustaining growth will be increasingly difficult as Vietnam’s telecom market reaches saturation.
The company reported 2025 revenue of VND220.4 trillion (US$8.37 billion) and pre-tax profit of VND56.8 trillion (US$2.16 billion), up 13.8 percent and 4.5 percent year on year.
Ed.’s notes: Noted for timing right near announcement Starlink approved for a pilot program with no foreign ownership restrictions.
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Quang Ninh OKs VinSpeed US$5.6 billion rail project
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that the Quang Ninh People’s Committee has, in principle appoved the 39.3 kilometre section of a VinSpeed high-speed railway project through Quang Ninh, which will include two stations at Yen Tu and Ha Long Xanh, covering about 277.5 hectares of land.
The double-track, electrified line with 1.435 metre gauge is estimated to cost over VND147,000 billion (US$5.58 billion), excluding VND10,270 billion (US$390 million) for site clearance funded by the State.
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HCMC tourism revenue Tet
VN Economy is reporting that Ho Chi Minh City earned VND12,150 billion (US$461.1 million) from tourism during the nine-day Lunar New Year holiday from February 14 to 22, up 42.9 percent year on year.
The city received about 4.32 million visitors, up 35 percent year on year, including 170,000 international arrivals, up 51.7 percent, with average hotel occupancy at 75 percent.
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New local car brand
Dan Tri is reporting that Thaco Auto will launch a passenger car brand under the Thaco name in 2027, according to chairman Tran Ba Duong’s message to staff on February 23.
If it goes ahead, Thaco would become the second domestic passenger car brand in Vietnam after VinFast, though no segment or engine details were disclosed.
Ed.’s notes: This reads a little bit like speculation as opposed to reporting.
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Thai fridge maker fined
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that the National Competition Commission issued Decision 423 QD CT on December 26, 2025, fining Casper SE, the local arm of the Thai consumer electronics and home appliance brand, VND200 million (US$7,590) for misleading product information.
The authority said the company provided information that could confuse customers to attract clients from other businesses, violating Article 45 of the Competition Law.
Ed.’s notes: Doesn’t say what was misleading.
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Exports to Malaysia
the-shiv is reporting that In January, Vietnam exported US$539 million worth of goods to Malaysia, up 5.34 percent over December, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Stock market Monday
the-shiv is reporting that the VN-Index closed at 1,860.14, up 36.05 points or 1.98 percent, with a total trading value of VND 23,504.35 billion or US$892.01 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$42.47 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange. Read the full article →
Exchange rates Monday
the-shiv is reporting that the State Bank of Vietnam set its central exchange rate at VND 25,051 per US dollar, while Google Finance showed a mid-market rate of VND 25,975 on Monday. Read the full article →
Plastics imports
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam imported plastics to the tune of US$1,110 million in January, down from US$1,122 million in December, a change of -1.04 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Phone exports
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam exported Phones to the tune of US$5,662 million in January, up from US$4,054 million in December, a change of 39.65 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Updated: Vietnam Food Processing Industry 2026
the-shiv is reporting that the industry is experiencing rising domestic and international demand for packaged, convenient, and value-added food products.
Urbanisation, changing consumer preferences, and a growing middle class have fuelled demand for processed food, including dairy, snacks, and ready-to-eat meals.
Additionally, Vietnam’s numerous free trade agreements have opened new markets, making the country a competitive supplier of processed food to global markets. Read the full article →
Updated: Vietnam’s Cheese Market 2026
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam’s cheese market, although relatively young compared to other dairy markets, is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing consumer awareness and changing dietary habits.
As Vietnam’s middle class continues to expand and disposable incomes rise, the cheese market is expected to see further diversification and growth. Read the full article →
Updated: Vietnam’s Petroleum Industry
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam’s petroleum industry is a cornerstone of the national economy, playing a critical role in energy security, industrial development, and export revenue.
The sector spans the entire value chain, from exploration and production to refining, distribution, and export. Read the full article →
Yesterday’s Vietnam news
the-shiv is reporting that 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. Read the full article →