Vietnam’s planned International Financial Centre (IFC), slated for launch in November, is attracting growing attention from global investors seeking a transparent legal framework, diverse investment options, advanced infrastructure and a quality living environment - elements essential for the IFC to become a trusted hub for international capital.

VOV.VN - The Agriculture and Environment Newspaper, in coordination with the Department of Crop Production and Plant Protection (Ministry of Agriculture and Environment), Tra Vinh University, and the Vietnam Coconut Association, held a forum on media and the management of coconut tree health in Vietnam to support production linked to consumer needs on November 6.

Vietnamese enterprises have set records across multiple areas, demonstrating strong export momentum that not only expands trade but also reinforces Vietnam’s position in global supply chains.

PTSC Port in Vung Tau ward, Ho Chi Minh City was among the key stops for the UK energy trade mission to Vietnam, as British energy companies explored opportunities and strategic cooperation in the country’s offshore wind sector.

The Vietnam Innovation Summit 2025 (VIS 2025) opened on November 6 in Ho Chi Minh City under the theme “Building Bridges To Innovation and Growth.”

VOV.VN - Innovation and creativity are recognized as a key driver of smart city development in Vietnam. Despite initial achievements, urbanization continues to face major challenges, demanding changes in mindset, institutional frameworks, and governance.

Vietnam and France will increase cooperation to expand French investment in areas where France has established strengths, including sustainable development, renewable energy, high technology, transportation, infrastructure and agriculture.

VOV.VN - The European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) is set to host the Green Economy Forum (GEF) 2025 themed “Shaping Changes, Building Futures” in Hanoi on November 27 and the event is expected to bring together policymakers, business leaders, and innovators to turn climate ambitions into actionable solutions.

VOV.VN - Over the past ten months of 2025, the Vietnamese economy continued to show positive momentum, with total registered foreign direct investment reaching US$31.52 billion, up 15.6% year-on-year.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s top largest private enterprises are the backbone of the economy and a key driver of Vietnam’s transition into a new era of growth and innovation while institutional reforms are expected to create a solid foundation for future development.

VOV.VN - The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (ICHAM), in coordination with Prometeo Group, opened the “Italy Days in Da Nang 2025” event series on November 6 at APEC Park in central Da Nang City, with the prominent “Italian Expo” event featuring products from Italy.

The Vietnam Logistics Forum 2025, scheduled to take place on November 28–29 in the central coastal city of Da Nang, is expected to be a strategic milestone, marking a new phase of development for Vietnam’s logistics services amidst the ongoing global supply chain restructuring and rapid digital transformation.

The Vietnam Industrial & Manufacturing Fair and Vietnam Industrial Automation Fiesta 2025 (VIMF 2025) opened in Bac Ninh on November 5, offering businesses a major platform to explore new partnerships and access advanced industrial technologies as part of the country's push toward smart and sustainable production.

VOV.VN - State budget revenue in the first ten months of 2025 was estimated at VND 2.145 trillion, equivalent to 109.1% of the annual target and up 28.5% year-on-year, with October revenue recorded at VND 193.5 trillion, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).

VOV.VN - Vietnam registered 162,900 new enterprises over the past ten months of 2025, with total registered capital of VND 1,592.7 trillion, up 19.7% in number and 21.4% in capital compared with the same period last year, the General Statistics Office (GSO) reported on November 6.

VOV.VN - Total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam reached US$31.52 billion over the past ten months of 2025, up 15.6% year-on-year, according to data released by the General Statistics Office (GSO).

VOV.VN - The General Statistics Office (GSO) released its report on Vietnam’s socio-economic performance for October and over the past ten months of 2025 on the morning of November 6.

The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) organised the Vietnam Tourism Roadshow in Washington D.C. on November 4.

The Binh Son Refining and Petrochemical JSC (BSR), a member of the Vietnam National Industry-Energy Group (Petrovietnam), will further expand its export portfolio to Laos under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed recently with Somvanchaleun Petroleum Jelly of Laos.

The UK–Vietnam Business Summit 2025 took place in Ho Chi Minh City on November 5, with the participation of over 200 delegates, including senior officials, policymakers and representatives of leading enterprises from both countries.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has issued an urgent alert as typhoon Kalmaegi approaches, warning that eight airports across the central region may face direct impacts.

Vietnam’s digital marketplace is paying off, with VND8.73 trillion (about US$328 million) collected from foreign suppliers through the official portal as of September 30, according to the E-Commerce Taxation Sub-Department under the Department of Taxation (GDT).

Vietnam’s consumer spending is expected to remain strong in 2026, buoyed by rising household incomes, robust tourism and stable inflation, even as global trade headwinds threaten to slow overall economic growth, according to a new report from BMI, a Fitch Solutions company.

VinSpeed High-Speed Rail Investment and Development Joint Stock Company (VinSpeed) has unveiled plans to build the Hanoi-Quang Ninh high-speed railway by the end of this year and put it into commercial operation in the first quarter of 2028.

Vietnam’s agro-forestry-aquatic product exports reached an estimated US$5.96 billion in October, up 6.3% year-on-year, bringing total export earnings in the first 10 months to US$58.13 billion, a year-on-year increase of 12.9%, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

VOV.VN - Vietfood & Beverage-Propack Vietnam 2025 opened in Hanoi on November 5, covering 6,500 square meters and featuring 400 booths from over 350 companies across 10 countries, making it the largest F&B exhibition in northern Vietnam.

VOV.VN - The draft Law on Tax Administration (amended) and the draft Law on Personal Income Tax (amended), submitted to the National Assembly on November 4, are seen as a turning point in fiscal policy reform and the modernization of Vietnam’s tax system.

VOV.VN - Japanese consumers are turning to reasonably priced, easy-to-prepare products such as Vietnam’s tra fish (pangasius) as Japan’s economy remains sluggish and wild-caught fish supplies face tighter controls.

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) has announced plans to gradually transfer international flight operations from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Long Thanh International Airport.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 4 signed Decision No. 2433/QD-TTg regarding the establishment of the State Steering Committee for Key National Programmes, Projects, and Works in the Energy Sector.