VOV.VN - Market surveillance forces inspected nearly 10,300 cases and and handled 9,270 violations between December 16, 2025 and March 15, 2026, with a total value exceeding VND193 trillion, according to the standing body of the Ministry of Industry and Trade’s Steering Committee 389.

More than 60% of international airlines have either increased or are planning to increase airfares from mid-March, as surging fuel costs continue to put pressure on the global aviation industry, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV).

The Permanent Mission of Vietnam in Geneva has recently organised a hybrid seminar on new developments in US tariff policy.

As Vietnam and Russia upgraded bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2012, the forthcoming official visit to Russia by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is expected to open new opportunities to advance bilateral trade relations to a higher level.

Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are disrupting global shipping routes and pushing up logistics costs, forcing businesses in Ho Chi Minh City to adjust production plans, diversify markets and seek new supply sources.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed authorities to ensure sufficient energy supply, particularly petroleum, for production, business activities and people’s daily consumption under all circumstances, amid growing global uncertainties linked to Middle East tensions.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a dialogue with Japanese businesses in Hanoi on March 21, calling for stronger cooperation and faster implementation of key projects, particularly in high-technology sectors.

Vietnam and Italy could discuss measures to support Italian enterprises investing in Vietnam in a structured and most favourable manner, including exploring cooperation mechanisms and the establishment of Italian industrial parks in Vietnam, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has said.

Vietnam is considering listing silver bullion for trading on its Mercantile Exchange to standardise transactions and improve transparency in a rapidly growing market amid volatile global prices.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has officially introduced a new framework of business culture values aimed at promoting integrity, innovation, and sustainable development in the country’s corporate sector.

VOV.VN - Escalating tensions in the Middle East are posing significant challenges to global supply chains, but also serving as a critical test of resilience and adaptability for Vietnam’s agriculture sector, according to Minister of Agriculture and Environment Tran Duc Thang.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has called for intensified economic diplomacy to further strengthen Vietnam–Italy trade and investment ties, urging Italy to support the swift ratification of the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) by remaining EU member states.

Belavia Belarusian Airlines launched its first regular service linking Belarus and Vietnam on March 19, connecting Minsk to Nha Trang – an important step forward in bilateral ties and people-to-people exchanges.

Vietnam’s data centre market is on a growth trajectory, offering ample opportunities for expansion, experts said.

VOV.VN - The International Financial Centre in Da Nang city has granted membership registration certificates to 12 investors after two months of operation, as the city steps up efforts to develop a regional financial hub.

VOV.VN - Exhibition spaces in Vietnam are increasingly being seen as untapped assets for the tourism sector, as policymakers and experts explore ways to turn underused venues into experience-driven destinations.

VOV.VN - Eighteen vessels owned by Vietnamese companies operating in the Middle East have remained safe so far, according to the Vietnam Maritime and Waterway Administration on March 20.

VOV.VN - Japan has agreed to provide more than US$600 million in official development assistance (ODA) loans to support Vietnam’s green transition and climate resilience, under exchange notes signed in Hanoi on March 20.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved in principle the use of the state budget to support the country’s fuel price stabilisation fund, amid concerns over potential shortfalls as global energy markets remain volatile.

Vietjet has once again been recognised by AirlineRatings with two major accolades of the “World’s Best Ultra Low-Cost Carrier 2026” title and a place among the Top 10 “World’s Best Low-Cost Airlines 2026.”

Vietnam Airlines held its 2026 kick-off event in Sydney on March 19 evening, drawing a large number of travel agents and distribution partners in the market to update them on the airline’s latest policies, development orientation, and key action plans for this year.

VOV.VN - Vietnam Saigon Textile & Garment Industry- Fabric & Garment Accessories Expo 2026 (SaigonTex-SaigonFabric 2026) will take place from April 8 to 11 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), in coordination with the World Energy Council Vietnam (WEC-VN), launched the World Energy and Environment Vietnam 2026 Forum on March 20 in an effort to facilitate the country’s green transition and achieve the 2050 net zero goal.

Vietnam Report JSC on March 19 announced the Top 10 and Top 5 reputable real estate companies in 2026, with an awards ceremony scheduled for next month in Ho Chi Minh City.

VOV.VN - The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has issued a directive to strengthen measures for promoting rice production and exports in the new context, while ensuring domestic market stability and food security.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s tuna exports held steady in the first two months of 2026 despite fluctuations in the global market, with gains in emerging destinations offsetting declines in several traditional ones.

India’s 2026–2027 union budget is opening up promising prospects for Vietnamese businesses, particularly as the South Asian economy accelerates reforms toward trust-based governance, according to Vietnamese Trade Counsellor in India Bui Trung Thuong.

The conflict in the Middle East is a major shock to the global energy market, pushing prices skyward and making supply security a top concern, said Shan Saeed, Global Chief Economist at Malaysia-based international real estate firm IQI Juwai, adding that the impact on Vietnam remains cyclical and manageable.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s retail fuel prices rose sharply again from 11:00 PM on March 19, with RON95, the most commonly used petrol, exceeding VND30,000 per litre for the first time in recent adjustments, reflecting continued upward pressure from global markets.

VOV.VN - The Vietnamese economy operates fully under market principles, with all business activities complying with international regulations, said the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam.