Industry recorded highest growth since 2019 (Wednesday, July 8,2026)

Industrial production continued its strong performance in the first half of 2026, with the Industrial Production Index (IIP) increasing by 10.8% – the highest level since 2019.

  Industry and construction: main drivers of 8.18% GDP growth (Wednesday, July 8,2026)

According to the report on the socio-economic situation in the second quarter and first six months of 2026 by the General Statistics Office on July 3rd, the gross domestic product (GDP) in the second quarter of 2026 achieved a fairly high growth rate, with an estimated growth rate of 8.39% compared to the same period last year.

  Positive factors backed strong FDI growth in first half of 2026 (Wednesday, July 8,2026)

Foreign direct investment (FDI) implemented in Vietnam in the first six months of 2026 was estimated at US$13.03 billion, an increase of 11.2% compared to the same period last year, reaching the highest level for the first six months of any year since 2022.

  Vietnam coffee market on July 7, 2026: Domestic prices remain steady (Tuesday, July 7,2026)

Domestic coffee prices were unchanged on July 7 from the previous trading day, with quotations across Vietnam's Central Highlands holding largely stable.

  Vietnam rice market on July 7, 2026: Fresh paddy prices rise across the board (Tuesday, July 7,2026)

Vietnam's rice market recorded mixed movements on July 7, with fresh paddy prices rising across the Mekong Delta, while domestic export rice prices and Asian export markets remained unchanged.

  New regulations on exit bans for tax debtors (Tuesday, July 7,2026)

Under Decree No. 252/2026/ND-CP, individuals engaged in business activities and heads of household businesses will be subject to a temporary exit ban if they are under tax enforcement measures and owe at least VND50 million (nearly $2,000) in overdue taxes for more than 120 days.

  Hanoi to digitalize 100% of employment data by 2030 (Tuesday, July 7,2026)

The city will integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) to automate the screening and matching of profiles, striving to reduce average recruitment times for businesses and waiting periods for job seekers by 30% to 50%.

  Vietnam June agriculture markets mixed as coffee rebounds to 89,000 dong/kg (Tuesday, July 7,2026)

Vietnam's agricultural markets posted mixed price movements in June 2026, with gains in rice, coffee, rubber, and some fruit, while pepper, live hogs, and aquatic products declined amid weaker demand or increased supply.

  Vietnam's leather and footwear exports increased slightly (Tuesday, July 7,2026)

According to the calculations from the Customs Department, in the first 5 months of 2026, Vietnam's leather and footwear export turnover reached US$11.73 billion, a slight increase of 1.5% compared to the same period last year.

  Vietnam's GDP growth estimated at 8.18% in first half of 2026 (Tuesday, July 7,2026)

With a growth rate of 8.39% achieved in the second quarter of 2026, GDP growth in the first half of 2026 was estimated to reach 8.18%.

  Opportunities for agricultural products, textiles and electronics to increase exports to South America (Tuesday, July 7,2026)

The wave of investment in upgrading logistics infrastructure throughout South America is a positive springboard supporting Vietnamese businesses in realizing their goal of expanding export market share to Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and neighboring countries in the coming years.

  Vietnam to provide up to 100% interest rate subsidies for strategic tech firms (Monday, July 6,2026)

Under a new Government Decree, organizations and individuals engaged in research and development of technologies listed in the Strategic Technology Catalogue will enjoy special incentives in finance, taxation, human resources, intellectual property, research infrastructure, and credit.

  Challenges for Ho Chi Minh City in producing globally-competitive corporate champions (Monday, July 6,2026)

Despite leading Vietnam in business density and private-sector performance, Ho Chi Minh City faces mounting challenges in producing globally-competitive corporate champions.

  Socio-economic situation in the first six months continued to show relatively positive progress: PM (Monday, July 6,2026)

In his opening remarks at the regular Government meeting on July 4, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung requested that the tasks for the last six months be identified so as to secure double-digit growth while maintaining macroeconomic stability.

  Vietnam's economic indexes in June and first half of 2026 (Monday, July 6,2026)

Vietnam GDP growth accelerated in the second quarter of 2026, with an increase in the industrial output; FDI; retail sale and the number of tourist arrivals. However, the country recorded trade deficit in June of 2026.

  Vietnam's seafood exports in first half of 2026 (Monday, July 6,2026)

According to the Vietnam Seafood Association (VASEP), in June of 2026, Vietnam's seafood exports reached nearly US$1.1 billion, a 21% increase compared to the same period of 2025, bringing the total seafood export value of Vietnam in the first six months of 2026 to nearly US$5.8 billion, a 12.8% increase.

  Energy efficiency drives Vietnam's green transition ambitions (Sunday, July 5,2026)

Vietnam has launched the 2026 Energy Efficiency Awards to promote innovation, recognize energy-saving achievements and advance sustainable economic growth.

  Conference reviews 18 months of Resolution No.57 implementation (Sunday, July 5,2026)

The Ministry of Industry and Trade hosted an online venue for the nationwide conference reviewing 18 months of implementing the Politburo's Resolution No.57-NQ/TW.

  For better development of the International Financial Center in Vietnam (Saturday, July 4,2026)

Vietnam needs to make comprehensive and well-coordinated preparations in order to successfully develop its International Financial Center and secure a competitive position on the regional financial map.

  Dong Nai seeks to pioneer pilot nuclear power plant using small modular reactors (Saturday, July 4,2026)

Looking toward 2050, the southern city aspires to lead the country in high-tech industries, evolving into a premier center for nuclear research, training, and application in both Vietnam and the broader region.

  Vietnam's GDP grows 8.18% in first half of 2026 (Friday, July 3,2026)

Industry and construction remained a key growth driver, benefiting from a rebound in export orders and the spillover effects of major public investment projects.

  MoIT Party Committee attends national conference on governance reform (Friday, July 3,2026)

The MoIT Party Committee attended the national conference reviewing one year of the political system's organizational model and the three-tier local government model.

  Vietnam's Energy Labeling Program drives market transformation (Friday, July 3,2026)

Vietnam's Energy Labeling Program has accelerated the shift toward high-efficiency products while encouraging energy conservation and reducing emissions.

  Vietnam-Malaysia trade showed strong growth in five months of 2026 (Friday, July 3,2026)

Amidst the positive economic recovery of ASEAN and the world, Vietnam-Malaysia trade relations continued to record positive results in the first five months of 2026.

  Resolution 10 opens a new development stage for the FDI sector in Vietnam (Friday, July 3,2026)

Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW opens a new development stage for FDI in Vietnam, requiring the whole political system's engagement and unified action in implementation now.

  Vietnam orders fuel firms to ensure uninterrupted petroleum supply (Friday, July 3,2026)

Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade has ordered fuel suppliers to secure petroleum supplies, prevent distribution disruptions and ban hoarding.

  Vietnam's exports to Singapore increased by over 184% in May (Friday, July 3,2026)

In the first five months of 2026, Vietnam's exports to Singapore increased by 184.7%, bringing the trade surplus of domestically produced goods to over US$5.6 billion.

  Vietnam's seafood exports and imports in 5 months of 2026 (Friday, July 3,2026)

According to data from the Vietnam Customs Department, in May of 2026, Vietnam's seafood exports reached US$1.02 billion, a slight increase of 0.65% compared to April of 2026.

  Vietnam's exports of iron and steel in 5 months of 2026 (Friday, July 3,2026)

According to calculations from the Customs Department, in the first 5 months of 2026, Vietnam's iron and steel exports reached over 4.7 million tonnes worth of nearly 3.1 billion USD, a slight decrease of over 0.3% in volume but an increase of 0.1% in value; the average export price reached 656 USD/tonne, an increase of over 0.4% compared to the same period of 2025.

  Two tech laws take effect from July 1 (Thursday, July 2,2026)

Regarding foreign investment, the High-Tech Law 2025 prioritizes FDI projects that provide core technology transfers and establish deep linkages with local firms, aiming to upgrade national capacity rather than relying on low-cost labor or outdated technologies.