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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The European Commission (EC) has launched a safeguard investigation into certain imported steel products amid a sharp rise in shipments, a move that could increase pressure on exporters, including Vietnam.

VOV.VN - Several domestic air routes will be suspended or see reduced frequencies from April 1, 2026 as rising jet fuel prices and tight supply force Vietnamese airlines to restructure their networks to maintain operational efficiency.

Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of its Commission for Policies and Strategies Nguyen Thanh Nghi received Daniel J. Kritenbrink, former US Ambassador to Vietnam and a partner at The Asia Group (TAG), in Hanoi on March 30.

VOV.VN - Vietnam Elevator Expo 2026 will be held for the first time at the Vietnam Exposition Centre (VEC) in Hanoi from April 8 to 11, gathering both domestic and international enterprises to promote networking, technology transfer and industry trends.

VOV.VN - Officials, businesses and research institutions from Da Nang and Chemnitz (Germany) gathered in the central Vietnamese city on March 30 to strengthen cooperation in high-tech industries, particularly semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI) and green technology.

Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Can Tho Nguyen Van Khoi has affirmed the city's commitment to creating a transparent and favourable investment environment and providing support for Indian enterprises exploring and implementing projects in the locality.

Andrea Fais, Editor-in-Chief of Scenari Internazionali magazine based in Perugia, Italy, has praised Vietnam’s energy security strategy, highlighting its shift from a supply-focused mindset toward a proactive, diversified and sustainable model.

Russian experts have highlighted the positive impacts of the recently-signed cooperation agreement between Vietnam and Russia to construct Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Plant, describing it as a strategic move that will bolster Vietnam’s energy security while expanding Russia’s technological footprint in Asia.

VOV.VN - Amid overlapping challenges, mastering technology, particularly in vaccines and breeding, along with building closed value chains, is seen as key for Vietnam’s livestock sector to overcome bottlenecks and move towards sustainable development.

VOV.VN - Scholars at a workshop in Moscow have pointed to expanding prospects for Russia-Vietnam cooperation as the global order moves toward multipolarity.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s petroleum enterprises are fully capable of meeting nationwide demand for E10 biofuel, with a total blending capacity of around 965,000 cubic meters per month, according to the Vietnam Petroleum Association (VINPA).

Vietnam imported more than 56,500 tonnes of poultry meat from Europe in 2025, making it the second-largest buyer in Southeast Asia after the Philippines, according to data from the European Commission (EC).

Sun PhuQuoc Airways, the airline of Sun Group, on March 29 launched its first international route connecting Phu Quoc and Taipei (Taiwan, China), marking the initial step in its strategy to connect Phu Quoc with the world and gradually position the island as one of Vietnam’s emerging international gateways.