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Singapore tops foreign investment inflows into Vietnam
VOV.VN - Among 52 countries and territories with newly licensed projects, Singapore has emerged as the largest investor in Vietnam, with total registered capital of US$5.32 billion, accounting for 52.0% of the country’s total newly registered FDI.
Foreign tourist arrivals reach all-time high in Vietnam in first quarter
VOV.VN - Vietnam welcomed a record 6.76 million international visitors in the first quarter of 2026, marking the highest number ever recorded for a first quarter, according to the National Statistics Office.
Sweeping changes to regulations on deportation of offending foreigners take effect
Vietnam has overhauled its deportation regulations for foreign nationals, with a new decree starting effect on April 1, aimed at streamlining procedures while strengthening human rights protection.
Vietnam launches programme to attract foreign, overseas Vietnamese scholars
The Prime Minister has signed Decision No. 530/QD-TTg approving a national programme to attract foreign experts and overseas Vietnamese (OV) scholars to teach, conduct research and work at Vietnam’s higher education and vocational training institutions.
Foreign trade through Lao Cai border gate up 49% in first quarter
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.
Foreign airlines resume Vietnam–Middle East routes
VOV.VN - Foreign carriers are gradually restoring services to and from Vietnam after prolonged disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which affected passenger travel.
State Bank moves to keep interest rates stable
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.
Hanoi tourism surges in Q1 2026 with nearly 2.4 million foreign visitors
VOV.VN - Tourism in Hanoi saw strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with international arrivals reaching nearly 2.4 million, up 28.7% year on year, driving total visitor numbers to over 8.8 million, up 20.5%.
Vietnamese, Philippine foreign ministers hold phone talks
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung held phone talks with Maria Theresa Lazaro, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, on the afternoon of March 25 to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues of mutual concern.
Australian investors eye Vietnam International Financial Centre opportunities
VOV.VN - Efforts are underway to channel Australian investment into the Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC) through a series of investment promotion activities in Melbourne, aiming to unlock large-scale capital flows for Vietnam’s priority sectors.