VOV.VN - The informal sector has long played a vital role in Vietnam’s economy, but it remains a “gray zone”, difficult to regulate and lacking policy support. Experts believe that with the right measures to promote formalization, it could become a strong driver, enabling the private economy to emerge as a true pillar of national development.

VOV.VN - Enzo Sim Hong Jun, a specialist from Malaysia’s Penang Institute, has praised the reforms and policies Vietnam has implemented over the past year while responding recently to the media in Kuala Lumpur.

The Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA) reported on August 12 that total sales by its members reached 31,739 units in July, down 1% compared with the previous month.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and Australia signed a defence cooperation plan for the 2025–2027 period following the 8th Defence Policy Dialogue between the two countries, held in Hanoi on August 12.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed authorities to closely track global and domestic developments to ensure flexible, timely, and effective responses, especially in light of the US’s new tariff policies, Minister and Chairman of the Government Office Tran Van Son told a press conference in Hanoi on August 7.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung urged the Progressive Policy Institute (PPI) to continue to support and promote the development of Vietnam-US relations when he hosted a reception in Hanoi on August 5 for PPI Chief Executive Officer Lindsay Mark Lewis and its working delegation.

President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee Do Van Chien had meetings with high-ranking leaders of the Republic of Korea (RoK) and held working sessions with several organisations and institutes there on July 31 to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation across multiple areas.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is stepping up efforts to promote a sustainable, inclusive care economy across ASEAN, reaffirming its commitment to labor cooperation and regional integration amid global uncertainties.

VOV.VN - The Republic of Korea (RoK) considers Vietnam a top priority partner in its foreign policy, said Park Chang-dal, Special Envoy of RoK President Lee Jae-myung, during his meeting with Party General Secretary To Lam in Hanoi on July 29.

VOV.VN - National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man on July 25 attended a policy dialogue in Casablanca, Morocco, to promote business connectivity as well as investment and trade cooperation between Vietnam and Morocco.