HCM City records strongest Q1 growth in five years at 8.27%

HCM City records strongest Q1 growth in five years at 8.27%

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City’s economy expanded by 8.27% year on year in the first quarter of 2026, marking its fastest growth for the same period in five years, according to the municipal statistics office.

Vietnam exports surge over 17% in Q1 despite Middle East tensions
Vietnam exports surge over 17% in Q1 despite Middle East tensions

Despite mounting global headwinds, particularly escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, Vietnam’s exports remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026, reaching nearly US$100 billion, up more than 17% year-on-year.

Vietnam exports surge over 17% in Q1 despite Middle East tensions
Vietnam issues new control procedures to tackle IUU fishing
Vietnam issues new control procedures to tackle IUU fishing

Vietnam has introduced a new set of procedures to tighten control over foreign fishing vessels entering its ports.

Vietnam issues new control procedures to tackle IUU fishing
Ho Chi Minh City promotes logistics supply chain cooperation with US state
Ho Chi Minh City promotes logistics supply chain cooperation with US state

Ho Chi Minh City and the US's Oregon state hold strong potential to develop logistics supply chains, helping boost bilateral trade, experts said at the 2026 Ho Chi Minh City–Oregon Economic Cooperation Forum on April 2.

Ho Chi Minh City promotes logistics supply chain cooperation with US state
State budget revenue up 10.2% in Q1
State budget revenue up 10.2% in Q1

Total state budget revenue in the first quarter of 2026 is estimated at VND820 trillion (US$31.1 billion), equivalent to 32.4% of the annual target and up 10.2% year-on-year, the Ministry of Finance reported.

State budget revenue up 10.2% in Q1
Vietnam, India look to boost business connectivity through Vietnam Expo 2026
Vietnam, India look to boost business connectivity through Vietnam Expo 2026

A virtual seminar has set the stage for business-to-business (B2B) networking between Vietnamese firms and a delegation of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) ahead of the 35th Vietnam International Trade Fair (Vietnam Expo 2026), which is scheduled to take place on April 8–11 in Hanoi.

Vietnam, India look to boost business connectivity through Vietnam Expo 2026
Dong Nai exports 220 tonnes of bananas, boosts market expansion
Dong Nai exports 220 tonnes of bananas, boosts market expansion

VOV.VN - The People’s Committee of Dong Nai Province held a ceremony on April 2 to export bananas and promote farm produce exports in 2026, aimed at introducing fresh bananas and key agricultural products while building the province’s agricultural brand.

Dong Nai exports 220 tonnes of bananas, boosts market expansion
Vietnam’s strawberry exports jump 2,000-fold
Vietnam’s strawberry exports jump 2,000-fold

VOV.VN - Vietnamese strawberry exports have recorded a dramatic surge, reaching US$3.4 million in the first two months of the year, roughly 2,000 times higher than the same period last year, according to Vietnam Customs.

Vietnam’s strawberry exports jump 2,000-fold
Vietnam, Mexico bolster substantive and sustainable agricultural cooperation
Vietnam, Mexico bolster substantive and sustainable agricultural cooperation

VOV.VN - As part of the 2026 external affairs programme, a delegation from Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, led by Deputy Minister Tran Thanh Nam, paid a working visit to Mexico from April 1 to 4 during a broader trip to North America.

Vietnam, Mexico bolster substantive and sustainable agricultural cooperation
Italy introduces business acceleration platform at ProPak Vietnam 2026
Italy introduces business acceleration platform at ProPak Vietnam 2026

The Italian Trade Agency (ITA), in collaboration with the Italian Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Association (UCIMA), is introducing OpportunItaly, a business acceleration platform co-run by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and ITA, at the ongoing 19th ProPak Vietnam 2026.

Italy introduces business acceleration platform at ProPak Vietnam 2026
Can Tho looks to attract greater investment from RoK
Can Tho looks to attract greater investment from RoK

Leaders of the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho called for stronger investment from the Republic of Korea (RoK) during a working session with a delegation led by Korean Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Jung Jungtae, as the two sides seek to deepen bilateral cooperation in the coming time.

Can Tho looks to attract greater investment from RoK
Kerosene temporarily excluded from fuel base pricing
Kerosene temporarily excluded from fuel base pricing

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has temporarily suspended the use of kerosene in the calculation of fuel base price until April 28, according to the ministry’s Decision 571, dated March 28.

Kerosene temporarily excluded from fuel base pricing
Foreign trade through Lao Cai border gate up 49% in first quarter
Foreign trade through Lao Cai border gate up 49% in first quarter

Total import – export turnover through the Lao Cai International Border Gate in the northern province of Lao Cai reached nearly US$425 million in the first quarter of 2026, marking a year-on-year rise of 49%, according to local customs authorities.

Foreign trade through Lao Cai border gate up 49% in first quarter
“Golden” time for Vietnam to tap new growth drivers
“Golden” time for Vietnam to tap new growth drivers

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s traditional growth drivers are reaching their limits. To meet growth targets for 2026-2030, this is seen as a favourable time to shift towards new growth drivers.

“Golden” time for Vietnam to tap new growth drivers
HCM City posts over 8% growth in Q1, double-digit target seen as achievable
HCM City posts over 8% growth in Q1, double-digit target seen as achievable

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City recorded economic growth of more than 8% in the first quarter of 2026, maintaining strong momentum despite global uncertainties, with officials expressing confidence that the city’s full-year double-digit growth target remains achievable.

HCM City posts over 8% growth in Q1, double-digit target seen as achievable
Ho Chi Minh City’s industrial parks draw over US$772 million in Q1
Ho Chi Minh City’s industrial parks draw over US$772 million in Q1

Industrial parks and export processing zones in Ho Chi Minh City secured US$772.14 million in investment in the first quarter of 2026, including both newly registered and expanded projects, fulfilling 18.17% of the city’s annual target of US$4.25 billion.

Ho Chi Minh City’s industrial parks draw over US$772 million in Q1
French professor suggests sustainable energy transition path for Vietnam
French professor suggests sustainable energy transition path for Vietnam

Vietnam still relies significantly on imported fossil fuels, indicating the urgent need to transition toward a more sustainable energy system not only to meet climate commitments but also to ensure long-term energy security.

French professor suggests sustainable energy transition path for Vietnam
Agro-forestry-fishery exports rise nearly 6% in Q1
Agro-forestry-fishery exports rise nearly 6% in Q1

Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports reached US$16.69 billion in the first three months of 2026, up 5.9% year-on-year, announced a regular press briefing held by the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment in Hanoi on April 1.

Agro-forestry-fishery exports rise nearly 6% in Q1
Vietnam–Australia chamber debuts in Western Australia to boost trade, investment
Vietnam–Australia chamber debuts in Western Australia to boost trade, investment

VOV.VN - The Vietnam–Australia National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NAVCCI) was launched on March 31 at the Canning City Administrative Centre in Western Australia, marking a new milestone in efforts to promote economic, trade and investment ties between Vietnam and the state.

Vietnam–Australia chamber debuts in Western Australia to boost trade, investment
Vietnam to build crude oil reserve in Nghi Son, expand storage system nationwide
Vietnam to build crude oil reserve in Nghi Son, expand storage system nationwide

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed the immediate construction of a national crude oil reserve in Nghi Son refinery complex, Thanh Hoa province, while calling for further studies to expand storage facilities in other locations to strengthen Vietnam’s energy security.

Vietnam to build crude oil reserve in Nghi Son, expand storage system nationwide
Vietnam aviation, tourism adapt to fuel price surge amid global uncertainties
Vietnam aviation, tourism adapt to fuel price surge amid global uncertainties

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s aviation and tourism industries are seeking to respond to soaring fuel prices with cost controls, route optimisation, and flexible travel products to sustain growth.

Vietnam aviation, tourism adapt to fuel price surge amid global uncertainties
PM greenlights programme to train 10,000 managing directors
PM greenlights programme to train 10,000 managing directors

A nationwide programme aimed at nurturing a new generation of business leaders capable of driving green transition and digital transformation has been approved, with plans to train 10,000 managing directors for Vietnam’s private sector by 2030.

PM greenlights programme to train 10,000 managing directors
Vietnam promotes export of key commodities to Algeria
Vietnam promotes export of key commodities to Algeria

Vietnam is seeking to promote the export of its key commodities, particularly coffee beans, to the Algerian market as bilateral economic and trade ties have continued to expand.

Vietnam promotes export of key commodities to Algeria
V-Green, Vikki Bank partner to develop EV charging, battery-swapping infrastructure
V-Green, Vikki Bank partner to develop EV charging, battery-swapping infrastructure

VOV.VN - V-Green Global Charging Station Development JSC (V-Green) and Vikki Digital Bank Ltd. (Vikki Bank) on April 1 announced a strategic partnership to develop electric vehicle charging stations and battery-swapping cabinets, expand the EV ecosystem and support sustainable development.

V-Green, Vikki Bank partner to develop EV charging, battery-swapping infrastructure
March PMI eases to 51.2 as selling prices rise at fastest pace in nearly 15 years
March PMI eases to 51.2 as selling prices rise at fastest pace in nearly 15 years

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) was recorded at 51.2 in March, as the Middle East conflict drove a marked rise in input costs, according to S&P Global.

March PMI eases to 51.2 as selling prices rise at fastest pace in nearly 15 years
Vietnam steps up crackdown on IUU fishing, implementation of EC recommendations
Vietnam steps up crackdown on IUU fishing, implementation of EC recommendations

The Government Office on March 31 issued a notice conveying the conclusions of Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha at the 33rd meeting of the Steering Committee for Combating Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing, underscoring the need for comprehensive measures to address shortcomings identified by the EC.

Vietnam steps up crackdown on IUU fishing, implementation of EC recommendations
0.1% tax on transfer of crypto assets: MoF's circular
0.1% tax on transfer of crypto assets: MoF's circular

Individual investors trading crypto assets in Vietnam will face a 0.1% personal income tax on each transfer under new regulations issued by the Ministry of Finance, marking a significant step in formalising the fast-growing digital asset market.

0.1% tax on transfer of crypto assets: MoF's circular
Over 580 firms honoured as High-Quality Vietnamese Goods marks 30-year milestone
Over 580 firms honoured as High-Quality Vietnamese Goods marks 30-year milestone

VOV.VN - More than 580 Vietnamese enterprises were honoured with the “High-Quality Vietnamese Goods” title in 2026, as the long-running programme marked its 30th anniversary on March 31.

Over 580 firms honoured as High-Quality Vietnamese Goods marks 30-year milestone
Vietnam remains among fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia-6
Vietnam remains among fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia-6

Vietnam continues to rank among the fastest-growing economies in the Southeast Asia-6 group, alongside Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, with strong growth expected to continue into 2026.

Vietnam remains among fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia-6
PM requests enhancing power saving, accelerating rooftop solar rollout
PM requests enhancing power saving, accelerating rooftop solar rollout

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a directive, requesting stricter electricity-saving measures and accelerated development of self-produced, self-consumed rooftop solar power, as Vietnam moves to secure energy supply amid rising demand and global uncertainties.

PM requests enhancing power saving, accelerating rooftop solar rollout
State Bank moves to keep interest rates stable
State Bank moves to keep interest rates stable

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has ordered credit institutions, foreign bank branches, and regional SBV offices to adopt concerted measures to stabilise interest rates, contributing to inflation control, macroeconomic stability, and economic growth.

State Bank moves to keep interest rates stable
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