Vietnam’s automobile market posted double-digit growth with nearly 376,000 vehicles sold by members of the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA) in 2025.

The comprehensive achievements Vietnam has recorded over 40 years of Doi Moi (Renewal), particularly the strong results of the past five years, have underscored the sound development path and effective governance of the Communist Party of Vietnam amid profound regional and global changes.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Phung Duc Tien on January 13 held a working session with a delegation from the US Embassy on the US-Vietnam aquaculture value chain partnership project.

The People’s Committee of Ca Mau province and China's Pacific Construction Group (PCG) on January 13 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on strategic cooperation for planning and developing the urban railway network, and implementing a transit-oriented development (TOD) model.

Standard Chartered has maintained a positive view of Vietnam’s economic outlook in 2026, although its growth forecast remains more cautious than the Government’s ambitious 10% target.

The 22nd International Exhibition on Automotive, Motorcycle, Electric Vehicle and Supporting Industries (Autotech & Accessories 2026) is scheduled to take place in Ho Chi Minh City from May 21-24.

In recent years, economic and trade ties between Vietnam and China have been continously strengthened and upgraded, becoming one of the key pillars of China – ASEAN cooperation, according to a Chinese expert.

In today’s world, where policy credibility and execution capacity matter just as much as cost, Vietnam is placed to become a reliable and long-term supply chain partner amid the reshaping of global trade, says Shan Saeed, Global Chief Economist at Malaysia-based international real estate technology group IQI Juwai.

A networking and exchange programme with Chinese businesses was held on January 13 in Da Nang city to explore collaboration opportunities in innovation, technology, and logistics.

VOV.VN - In 2026, Vietnam’s textile and garment industry is set to undergo a significant strategic change, shifting its focus from large-scale outsourcing to smaller, higher-value orders that require advanced technical standards, targeting key markets such as the United States and Japan.

The People’s Committee of southern Vinh Long province and the administration of Japan’s Ehime prefecture are set to strengthen cooperation in fostering sustainable economic development under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on January 12.

VOV.VN - Despite a turbulent year, Vietnam recorded annual growth of up to 8% in 2025, in line with HSBC expectations, emerging as Asia’s fastest-growing economy, according to the bank’s latest “Vietnam at a Glance” report.

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) plans to steer credit growth across the banking system to around 15% in 2026, with room for adjustment in line with macroeconomic conditions, inflationary pressures and banking system safety, aiming to balance growth support with financial stability.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for five strategic breakthroughs in digital data, guided by the motto of drastic action with results as the key yardstick, coordinated implementation, data economy as the spearhead, data security as critical importance, and people and businesses placed at the centre.

VOV.VN - Business confidence among European companies operating in Vietnam rose to its highest level in seven years in the fourth quarter of 2025, signalling a decisive improvement in sentiment despite ongoing global trade tensions, the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) said.

Thailand Week 2026 will be held from January 22 to 25 at the Hanoi International Centre for Exhibition (I.C.E. Hanoi), aiming to provide a dynamic platform for Thai enterprises and Vietnamese partners to explore business opportunities, expand networks and strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation.

Vietnam has emerged as a major economic player in Southeast Asia, with remarkable gains serving as a testament to the Communist Party of Vietnam’s (CPV) sound leadership, according to Wulf Gallert, Co-chair of the International Commission of Germany’s Left Party (Die Linke).

The Germany-based international media group specialising in economic, financial and political coverage of emerging markets IntelliNews on January 11 published its annual Vietnam Outlook report 2026, highlighting prospects for economic growth and what problems lie in store.

VOV.VN - Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh who is leading a high-level Vietnamese Government delegation, met with Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong on January 12 as part of a working visit to Singapore from January 10 to 14.

HDBank has successfully completed its US$100 million international green bond initiative in 2025 with the issuance of a second tranche worth US$50 million to the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO) and British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor.

VOV.VN - The 41st Conference and the 2026 policy statement announcement ceremony were held in Ho Chi Minh City on January 12 under the theme “Legal framework for stablecoin digital assets in Asia: A Vietnam focus.”

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s central bank will prohibit credit institutions from maintaining negative gold positions starting February 12, 2026, under a newly issued regulation aimed at tightening risk control in gold trading activities.

VOV.VN - With a view to expanding a Europe-wide network of Vietnamese enterprises, the Vietnam Business Association in the UK (VBUK) and the Vietnam Business Association in Belgium (VBAB) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU), widening the scope for connectivity and coordination within the Vietnamese business community in Europe.

VOV.VN - Amid global market volatility and climate challenges, Vietnam’s wood industry registered a historic threshold in 2025, with exports of timber and wood products exceeding US$17 billion for the first time, underscoring its role as a major export pillar of the national economy.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s cashew nut industry achieved a historic breakthrough in 2025 as its export revenue exceeded US$5 billion for the first time, cementing the country’s leading role in the global cashew market amid major shifts in markets, technology and long-term industry strategy.

VOV.VN - As the global economy continues to face plenty of challenges, major international news agencies are describing Vietnam as one of Asia’s more notable growth performers, with a steadily expanding role in global supply chains.

The CIS region, which includes Eastern Europe and Central Asia, has potential for gaming developers from Vietnam as this market displays user behaviour patterns that are highly favourable for mobile gaming growth, particularly around major holiday periods.

VOV.VN - Transparency of origin is emerging as a key requirement for the leather and footwear sector to maintain access to demanding markets and expand export momentum, as many importing countries tighten rules on origin, sustainability and supply-chain transparency.

VOV.VN - Vietnam imported more than 200,000 vehicles in 2025 for the first time on record, driven by rising demand and growing interest in electric and new-energy vehicles, customs data showed.

Vietnam exported more than 8.06 million tonnes of rice in 2025, earning over US$4.1 billion, according to the latest statistics from the Department of Customs.