The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) on March 12 launched a digital platform on overseas market development, with Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son attending and delivering a keynote address.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has not recorded any damage to export shipments to Israel despite rising military tensions in the Middle East, according to officials at a trade promotion conference held in Hanoi on March 12.

The Argentinean Chamber of Commerce for Asia and the Pacific, in coordination with Vietnam’s Embassy and its Trade Office in Argentina, held a seminar on March 11 to explore the potential for bilateral trade and investment cooperation, drawing the participation of numerous businesses from the South American country.

VOV.VN - Tensions in the Middle East are pushing global oil prices and energy costs higher, adding pressure on inflation, exchange rates and production costs. In that context, many Vietnamese businesses, particularly in fuel-intensive industries, export sectors and aviation, could face greater financial strain.

Vietravel Airlines on March 11 announced its plan to resume daily flights between Hanoi-based Noi Bai International Airport and Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport from April 24 to October 24.

Vietnam had 27 large-scale urban development projects with combined investment exceeding VND3 quadrillion (US$115 billion) in 2025, according to a report by S&I Ratings, highlighting a nationwide push to build massive new townships.

VOV.VN - A liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier transporting about 63,000 tonnes of fuel from the Middle East arrived at Vietnam’s Thi Vai LNG terminal on March 10, helping strengthen the country’s energy supply amid rising demand.

VOV.VN - Petrol prices in Vietnam dropped sharply by nearly VND4,000 per litre on the evening of March 11, retreating to around VND25,000 per litre just a day after surging close to the VND30,000 mark.

Around 400 exhibitors from 27 countries and territories worldwide will take part in Food & Hospitality Vietnam 2026 (FHV 2026), set to take place in Ho Chi Minh City later this month.

As global competition for foreign direct investment (FDI) intensifies, Vietnam continues to enhance its appeal to multinational investors, backed by competitive advantages, an improving business environment and policy reforms aligned with emerging global investment standards.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee met with a joint venture of investors and international partners on March 11 to discuss plans for an artificial intelligence (AI) data centre project at Tan Phu Trung Industrial Park.

Persistent volatility in the global economy, fuelled by geopolitical conflicts, supply chain disruptions and softening trade demand, is elevating the importance of Vietnam's domestic market.

Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA), the airline of Sun Group, continues to expand its international network. Following Taiwan (China), the Republic of Korea (RoK) will be the next destination, with the inaugural flight scheduled to take off on April 17, 2026.

VOV.VN - Rising petrol prices over the past few days due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have significantly increased travel costs, prompting a growing number of consumers to consider switching to electric motorbikes.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Smart Factory Expo 2026 (VSE 2026) will take place from June 24–26 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre, Ho Chi Minh City, aiming to connect technology providers and manufacturers while supporting Vietnam’s shift toward smart manufacturing.

The Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA) announced on the afternoon of March 10 that total vehicle sales by its member companies reached 19,278 units in February, marking a sharp 48% decline compared with the previous month.

Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast reported sales of 9,903 electric cars in the domestic market in February, marking the 17th consecutive month it has topped Vietnam’s auto market in terms of sales.

VOV.VN - Coffee and processed food products from Vietnamese companies are being showcased at the 40th AAHAR International Food and Hospitality Fair, which opened in New Delhi on March 10 at the Bharat Mandapam International Exhibition and Convention Centre.

VOV.VN - Retail fuel prices in Vietnam rose sharply as of 11:45 p.m. on March 10 following the latest adjustment by the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Finance, reflecting strong gains in global energy prices impacted by the tensions in the Middle East.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese Ambassador to France Trinh Duc Hai and a delegation from the Vietnamese Embassy held a working session on March 11 at the office of FPT in the La Défense business district in Paris.

VOV.VN - Forbes has released its World’s Billionaires List 2026, featuring a record 3,428 billionaires worldwide, with Vietnam having eight representatives on the list.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 10 called for stronger measures to ensure stable energy supply and fuel price stability, stressing that Vietnam must not face energy shortages under any circumstances.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is on the right track to develop its semiconductor industry, and relevant ministries, localities and businesses should take more decisive actions to build a comprehensive semiconductor ecosystem and integrate deeper into the global value chain, said Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung.

A total of nearly VND34.5 trillion (over US$1.3 billion) was mobilised through government bond auctions in February, up 32.44% from the previous month, according to the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX).

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Vietnam is facing an estimated annual credit gap of up to US$24 billion as they seek increasing funding to meet ESG standards and accelerate their green transition, experts said at the Impact Investment Connect: Capital for Growth Forum held in Ho Chi Minh City on March 10.

The northern province of Bac Ninh is emerging as a promising destination for investment in chip manufacturing, semiconductor technology and other high-tech industries, according to Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Pham Hoang Son.

VOV.VN - The first EU–Vietnam Global Gateway business and investment forum is scheduled to take place in Hanoi on March 24 under the theme “Investing Together In A Sustainable Future.”

VOV.VN - Vietnam currently has no immediate need to draw on its national petroleum reserves, as existing supplies are sufficient to meet domestic demand until the end of March, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan said.

VOV.VN - GE Vernova has announced plans to invest approximately US$200 million to build a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission equipment manufacturing facility in Hai Phong, aiming to support rising energy demand across Asia.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese companies are showcasing a wide range of food and agricultural products at FOODEX Japan 2026, which opened on March 10 in Tokyo, aiming to promote Vietnamese produce and expand market opportunities in Japan.