As a delegation from the European Commission (EC) is set to visit Vietnam to assess efforts against illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, HCM City is accelerating efforts to complete fleet management and compile dossiers and data in a bid to help remove the EC’s “yellow card” on Vietnamese seafood exports.

A meeting was held on February 27 between a working delegation from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment and relevant ministries and agencies, led by Deputy Minister Phung Duc Tien, and the Dak Lak provincial People’s Committee to discuss measures to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.

Vietnam is emerging as an attractive destination for artificial intelligence (AI) data centre investment, competing strongly with Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines in the race to attract AI infrastructure in Southeast Asia, Indonesia's The Jakarta Post assessed in a recent article.

Vietnam continues to stand out as one of Asia’s most attractive destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI), with strong inflows recorded last year and positive prospects for 2026, according to a recent article published by Sputnik.

Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang has held a meeting with Michael West, President of Moody’s Ratings, to discuss measures for improving Vietnam’s national credit rating, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) reported.

The Ministry of Finance has proposed increasing support for agricultural insurance premiums and expanding eligible beneficiaries in a move aimed at encouraging greater participation by farmers and agricultural organisations.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has made a notable impression at the South Asia Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) 2026 in India, with Vietnam Airlines and more than 30 tourism enterprises showcasing the country’s growing aviation and tourism connectivity with India.

An International Financial Centre (IFC) is not merely a hub for banks and investment funds, but a geoeconomic stage where national credibility and influence are shaped. Vietnam is facing a strategic opportunity to leverage such a platform to elevate its standing on the regional and global financial map.

The 19th round of negotiations for the free trade agreement (FTA) between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, is taking place with highly positive signals, reflecting political determination on both sides to conclude the deal at an early date.

VOV.VN - Vietnam total import-export turnover hit more than US$930 billion in 2025, with exports exceeding US$475 billion, up 17% from 2024. The figures reflect deeper integration and growing adaptability of the national economy amid continued fluctuations in the global market.

As the pilot trading platform for crypto assets is set to be launched before February 28, many domestic enterprises are expediting preparations, from capital increases to system upgrades, in a bid to seize opportunities in the emerging market.

Though only recently operational, the Vietnam International Financial Centre in HCM City (VIFC–HCMC) has reported encouraging initial results, signalling strong investor confidence and positioning itself as a gateway for large-scale capital flows into Vietnam.

Vietnam’s shrimp exports are receiving positive signals from its two largest markets, China and the US, creating momentum for the sector at the start of 2026.

VOV.VN - KURZ Vietnam Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Germany’s KURZ Group, has broken ground on Phase 2 of its manufacturing plant at the Becamex VSIP Binh Dinh Industrial Park.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies 2026 (VIATT 2026) opened in Ho Chi Minh City on February 26, with 450 textile and garment enterprises participating to strengthen trade ties and expand orders.

Vietjet has been named 'Global Best Place to Work in 2026' and received two other international human resources awards at the World HRD Congress in India, as the carrier seeks to strengthen its multinational workforce and global brand.

VOV.VN - The Ministry of Construction has approved a master plan to expand Da Nang International Airport, increasing its designed capacity to 20 million passengers per year by 2030, with a long-term vision to 2050.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s import-export turnover totaled US$41.67 billion in the first half of February, lifting cumulative trade value from the beginning of 2026 to February 15 to US$130.18 billion, up 36.9% year on year, according to Vietnam Customs.

VOV.VN - As the Philippines has decided to slash rice imports during Vietnam’s peak harvest season, mounting domestic pressure is forcing the rice industry to speed up restructuring, improve quality, and diversify export markets to maintain growth.

As God of Wealth Day (the 10th day of the first lunar month, February 26 this year) approaches, the gold market has entered its most vibrant peak season. Despite prices hovering at record highs, people are flocking to buy gold for good luck, while businesses have proactively prepared ample supplies and service plans.

Since the beginning of 2024, Ho Chi Minh City has removed the registration of 1,662 fishing vessels that were damaged, no longer operational, or ineligible under regulations.

Following the nine-day Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, the labour market in Ho Chi Minh City has swiftly regained momentum, with recruitment demand rising sharply across key sectors.

VOV.VN - In line with its strong commitments at the 26th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP26), Vietnam regards agriculture as one of its key pillars, with room for sustainable growth and an important role in safeguarding national resources.

VOV.VN - Hanoi has set a target of building one to three enterprises capable of ranking among Southeast Asia’s Top 500 companies, as the capital moves to restructure its state sector and strengthen its role in key strategic industries.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s coffee exports exceeded US$1 billion in January 2026, marking a strong start to the year for the world’s largest robusta producer, though global supply recovery could weigh on prices in the months ahead.

VOV.VN - Da Nang is accelerating its ambition to become a regional innovation hub, deepening ties with partners from Dubai and global investors as part of a broader strategy to position the city at the forefront of digital and emerging technologies.

Vietnam Airlines will temporarily suspend all flights to and from Lien Khuong International Airport in Lam Dong province from March 4 to August 25, following the airport’s scheduled closure for runway and taxiway repairs.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s tilapia exports are recording strong growth amid fluctuations in the global seafood market, with the US leading the surge as shipments to the highly lucrative market posted triple-digit growth of 173% in 2025.

VOV.VN - The Government of Vietnam on February 24 issued a resolution on an Action Programme to implement the Politburo’s Resolution 79 on the development of the state sector.

France’s public investment bank Bpifrance has recently ranked Vietnam among the five most promising export destinations for French companies in 2026, alongside Indonesia, Morocco, Canada and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).