VOV.VN - Vietnam has recorded a positive result at the Hai Su Vang (HSV-2X) oil field in Block 15-2/17 in the Cuu Long Basin offshore southern Vietnam, following a successful appraisal well drilled by a subsidiary of US-based Murphy Oil, the Ministry of Industry and Trade said on January 29.

VOV.VN - Domestic petrol prices in Vietnam rose at the latest adjustment at 3:00 p.m. on January 29, reversing several previous declines and edging close to VND19,000 per litre, according to the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

VOV.VN - Vietnam welcomes the launch of the New Zealand–Vietnam Business Council (NZVBC) in Auckland, describing the initiative as a timely and practical contribution to implementing the Vietnam–New Zealand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established in 2025, said a diplomat.

Taking place during the peak “golden window” of the year-end market, the First Glorious Spring Fair 2026 is designed to align political, economic and cultural objectives, from supporting businesses and boosting production to developing the domestic market while celebrating the value of Vietnamese goods.

FPT Corporation on January 28 announced the establishment of its Advanced Semiconductor Testing and Packaging Plant, making it the first plant of its kind owned by the Vietnamese and contributing to building the national semiconductor ecosystem.

Tilapia exports to the US surged by 173% in 2025, as two major suppliers of the food, including China and Brazil, faced high tariffs, altering the supply landscape in this market.

VOV.VN - Domestic gold bar prices have crossed the VND190 million mark per tael, setting a record high as global gold prices rise.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s leather and footwear exports reached nearly US$29 billion in 2025, up more than US$2.5 billion from 2024.

Vietnam currently ranks third in the world in cassava exports, but its cassava supply chain continues to face significant challenges, heard a meeting held in Hanoi on January 28.

The first Glorious Spring Fair 2026 is expected to be a large-scale trade and service event, stimulating consumer demand and projecting the image of a dynamic and internationally integrated Vietnam at the start of the year.

VOV.VN - The Resolution adopted at the recent 14th National Party Congress is expected to inject new momentum into institutional reform, improve the business environment and unlock new growth drivers, as Vietnam enters a new phase of development, said analysts and business executives.

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has signed a decision approving a pilot scheme to develop a smart border gate at the Mong Cai (Vietnam) – Dongxing (China) international border gate pair.

Vietnam is fast becoming a key destination for artificial intelligence (AI) investment, attracting global interest across infrastructure, platforms and applications, reported Dau tu (Vietnam Investment Review) newspaper.

VOV.VN -Vietnam is among the world’s seven largest markets for digital asset ownership, with around 17 million participants, a figure that has at times exceeded 21 million, according to international organisations.

With the Tet shopping rush looming, the First Glorious Spring Fair 2026 is set to turn Hanoi into a major trade and cultural hub early this year, bringing thousands of businesses together at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Hanoi from February 2 to 13.

VOV.VN - As Lunar New Year 2026 (Tet) is approaching, a wide range of traditional Vietnamese products have been imported into the French market to meet Tet demand from the Vietnamese community as well as consumers with an interest in Asian cuisine.

VOV.VN - US fintech startup Tala has officially set up a legal entity in Vietnam and rolled out a lending model in cooperation with partner banks, with a projected credit limit of up to US$100 million over at least three years.

VOV.VN - Vietnam aims to boost exports by about 8% in 2026 to roughly US$513 billion, with key industries and businesses stepping up efforts to expand markets and move up the value chain, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

VOV.VN - Improving the business environment and enhancing national competitiveness remain key objectives set out by the Government in Resolution No. 02, issued earlier this year.

Vietnamese food exporters are stepping onto the global stage in force as 117 enterprises take part in Gulfood 2026, the world’s largest food and beverage trade fair, running from January 26 to 30 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, a key global meeting point for producers, exporters, distributors and retail chains.

The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho pledges to create the most favourable conditions for Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation to study and implement investment projects, particularly in industrial park infrastructure, green energy and smart urban development, city leaders said on January 27.

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City is facing a rare opportunity to establish and develop a free trade zone (FTZ) linked to production, logistics and commercial-service hubs, a move that could create a new growth engine for the city and Vietnam’s southern key economic region.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese businesses across multiple sectors have expressed strong confidence in the outcomes of the recent 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, saying the Congress’s strategic directions are reinforcing expectations for a more transparent, stable and predictable investment environment.

Vietnam has put in place a comprehensive legal and institutional framework for its domestic carbon market that integrates carbon credit and greenhouse gas emissions quota trading with the country's securities infrastructure, a move aimed at boosting transparency, efficiency and market breadth ahead of pilot operations.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese auto manufacturer Kim Long Motor and China's BYD (Build Your Dreams) on January 27 signed a strategic cooperation agreement and broke ground on a new electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing plant in Vietnam, marking BYD’s first battery production facility in the country.

In 2025, Japanese companies operating in Vietnam posted their highest profit outlook in 15 years, reflecting strong business momentum despite persistent barriers related to institutions, administrative procedures, human resources, according to a survey released on January 26 by the Japan External Trade Organisation.

VOV.VN - The Philippines, the world’s largest rice importer, reopened its international rice import market on January 1, 2026, after a four-month ban imposed in September 2025.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s shrimp exports hit a record high of US$4.6 billion in 2025, up 19% from a year earlier, with China emerging as the largest market at US$1.23 billion, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).

VinaCapital has offered an optimistic assessment of Vietnam’s economic growth prospects, projecting GDP growth of up to 10% in 2026 under an upside scenario supported by strong infrastructure spending, resilient exports and a modest recovery in domestic consumption.

Vietnamese are adopting multi-currency cards and mobile wallets for both daily and overseas spending, while credit cards remain the top choice for larger purchases, according to Green Shoots Radar, the latest report by Visa.