With decisive policy actions, proactive diplomacy and strategic reform priorities, the country is now aiming for an ambitious GDP growth target of 8 per cent or more this year - a goal lawmakers and experts believe is within reach, provided key breakthroughs are implemented effectively.

Despite strong resistance and uncertain outcomes from the tarriff talks, analysts expect the VN-Index to consolidate in the short term before attempting to break the 1,280-point level and approach the psychological threshold of 1,300.

Green loans only account for about 4.6 per cent of total outstanding loans, showing that green credit in Việt Nam remains modest compared to the size of the potential it offers.

The SBV has been actively developing and refining the mechanism to implement the largest credit package ever, with a total value of up to VNĐ500 trillion.

The main goal of bilateral cooperation between the two countries is to develop concrete projects and promote mutual investment that delivers tangible results.

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm met with leaders of several leading Russian enterprises in the morning of May 11 (local time).

A wide range of high-quality Vietnamese products like coffee, durian and cashew nuts, was exhibited at the Second Hunan (Huaihua) RCEP Economic and Trade Expo in Huaihua City, China from May 8 to 11.

According to the Politburo's conclusion on establishing a comprehensive international financial centre in Hồ Chí Minh City and a regional financial centre in Đà Nẵng, these facilities will operate under exceptional management mechanisms that enhance competitiveness while implementing appropriate risk management and oversight protocols.

According to the Politburo's conclusion on establishing a comprehensive international financial centre in Hồ Chí Minh City and a regional financial centre in Đà Nẵng, these facilities will operate under exceptional management mechanisms that enhance competitiveness while implementing appropriate risk management and oversight protocols.

Amid unpredictable fluctuations in US tariff policies, Vietnamese businesses must take a proactive and strategic approach to sustain their exports to this key market, experts emphasised at a workshop held in HCM City on May 9.

The “Việt Nam – Austria High - Tech and Innovation Forum” is jointly organised by Việt Nam’s National Innovation Center (NIC), the Vietnamese Embassy in Austria and the Austrian Economic Chambers.

An international workshop held yesterday in Hà Nội brought together top scientists, research institution experts and agribusiness leaders to address long-standing challenges and boost innovation in Việt Nam’s seed industry.

Although the Government launched a VNĐ120 trillion (US$4.74 billion) credit package to boost affordable housing, data shows that less than 2 per cent has been disbursed.

Vietnam Airlines has officially resumed its direct flight service between Hà Nội and Moscow, following a three-year suspension.

Việt Nam Electricity (EVN) on Friday announced that the average retail electricity price will be increased by 4.8 per cent starting from Saturday, marking the fourth hike since early 2023.

Environmental pollution is on the rise, and without imposing a tax on petrol, it will be difficult to change consumer behavior, the minister stated. A special consumption tax on petrol has been in place since 1998.

The private economy was crucial driver for HCM City’s growth over the past four months and the city will introduce a series of measures to further support this sector, affirmed HCM City’s Department of Finance.

The airport improvements will make Phú Quốc, the Pearl Island, an important tourism and marine economic hub of the country.

On the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the VN-Index closed at 1,267.3 points, down 2.5 points from the previous session.

Minister of Agriculture and Environment Đỗ Đức Duy urged enterprises to invest in processing, logistics and quality control while strengthening value chain ties and staying alert to US trade rules.