The issue of abandoned real estate projects persists even as many low-income residents struggle with housing shortages. The Ministry of Construction outlines steps to reclaim dormant projects and expedite progress on delayed developments.

Taxpayers have called on taxation bodies to listen to their legitimate needs and deploy an automatic tax refund policy.

Facing limited domestic output and high global prices, Vietnamese companies imported significant quantities of pepper, totaling VND 2.7 trillion ($108 million) in the first 10 months of 2024.

Though pig and cow husbandry generates 18.5 million tons of CO2e each year, the deputy chair of the Vietnam Farm and Agribusiness Association Nguyen Duc Trong has continued to ask for delays in greenhouse gas emission inventory.

The State Bank of Vietnam has reported to the National Assembly that domestic gold prices are currently 5-7% higher than global rates, following comprehensive measures to stabilize the market.

The latest data reveals a remarkable 1,057% increase in durian imports to Vietnam during the first eight months of this year, highlighting a booming trade in this popular fruit.

Faced with alarming rates of obesity and related diseases, health experts in Vietnam urge the implementation of an excise tax on sugary drinks, aligning with global health recommendations.

The beer industry in Vietnam experienced notable growth in Q3 2024, with Sabeco and Habeco both reporting higher revenues and profits.

The Vietnamese real estate market is recovering, though the process has been going slowly. Property firms are applying flexible solutions and seeking support from local authorities to overcome challenges.

Thailand’s Siam Cement Public Company Limited (SCG) has announced a temporary halt to the commercial operation of its Long Son Petrochemical Complex (LSP) in Vietnam’s Ba Ria-Vung Tau province for additional investment.

Vietnam recorded a 24% year-on-year increase in exports to the US in the second quarter, ranking second in the ASEAN region after the Philippines, which saw a 35% rise, according to Nikkei Asia trade data published on its site on October 31.

Vietnam continues to assert its dominance as the top rice exporter to the Philippines, with 2.91 million tonnes shipped as of the late October, or over 79% of the Philippines' total rice imports.

By boosting cooperation with reputable partners across the globe, Vietnam is taking steps to gain a foothold in the world’s semiconductor and artificial intelligence (AI) industries.

TMT Motors, known for importing and selling Chinese electric cars, reported significant financial losses as sales fell short of expectations and high inventory costs mounted.

Vietnam’s agricultural sector is receiving a series of exciting milestones, with record-breaking exports in rice and coffee. Additionally, fruit exports have reached $6.34 billion in just the first 10 months of this year.

In a bid to curb greenhouse gas emissions, the Ministry of Transport has introduced a plan to have 30% of all cars and 22% of motorbikes in Vietnam be electric by 2030.

Vietnam’s Tax Authority has confirmed that Temu’s operator has completed tax registration, initiating quarterly revenue declarations to ensure full compliance.

South Korea’s SK Group completes a major share transfer in Vietnam’s Masan Group, showcasing global investor interest in the Vietnamese market.

The Ambassador of Belgium to Vietnam, Karl Van Den Bossche, hopes Vietnamese tech companies can inspire Belgian businesses to adopt new technologies, including AI and IoT, in their operations.

Prime Minister directs ministries to ensure no power shortages in 2025, with gradual adjustments to electricity prices and enhanced imports from China and Laos.