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PETRONAS reaffirms partnership with Việt Nam on energy security

PETRONAS reaffirms partnership with Việt Nam on energy security

Malaysia’s national oil and gas company PETRONAS has reaffirmed its commitment to working with Việt Nam to safeguard national energy security, meet rising demand and support the country’s double-digit growth target.
Việt Nam updates two inflation scenarios, tightens price management for year-end

Việt Nam updates two inflation scenarios, tightens price management for year-end

Close coordination between fiscal, monetary and other macroeconomic policies is needed to maintain price stability, safeguard major economic balances and preserve room to support growth and strengthen resilience to external shocks.
Measures to be taken to remove barriers for power investment

Measures to be taken to remove barriers for power investment

The Ministry of Industry and Trade plans to submit a revised Law on Electricity to the National Assembly at its October session, aiming to remove investment barriers and facilitate mobilisation of resources for power generation and grid development, said Deputy...
Deputy Minister highlights measures to improve quality of Việt Nams stock market

Deputy Minister highlights measures to improve quality of Việt Nam's stock market

The Ministry of Finance will expand the supply of capital and diversifying market products. It has submitted to the Government regulations on initial public offerings (IPOs) linked to listing, making it easier for businesses to list shares, while encouraging large...
Petrol price rises put pressure on inflation, production costs

Petrol price rises put pressure on inflation, production costs

Fuel prices have risen in four consecutive adjustments for petrol and three for diesel, adding to costs for businesses ranging from livestock producers to transport operators.
Deputy PM orders monthly price checks as CPI buffer narrows

Deputy PM orders monthly price checks as CPI buffer narrows

There is virtually no room for further consumer price index (CPI) increases in the remaining months of the year, and ministries, sectors and localities must focus on effective price management.
Government urges vigilance as inflation pressures mount in H2

Government urges vigilance as inflation pressures mount in H2

The Government''s inflation target remains within reach despite mounting headwinds. Several forecasts suggest inflation can stay below 4.5 per cent this year if international oil prices continue to retreat. Extending domestic fuel tax incentives through year-end, along with stable electricity...
Flexible price management crucial to support economic growth: Deputy PM

Flexible price management crucial to support economic growth: Deputy PM

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Văn Thắng has asked for flexible price management scenarios and careful assessment of inflationary impacts to keep inflation under control while supporting economic growth.
Việt Nam remains ASEAN3 growth leader despite inflation pressures: AMRO

Việt Nam remains ASEAN+3 growth leader despite inflation pressures: AMRO

Despite a slight downgrade to growth forecasts, Việt Nam is projected to outperform most ASEAN+3 economies as resilient domestic demand and exports continue to support expansion.
New manufacturing orders decrease as costs rise

New manufacturing orders decrease as costs rise

Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers'' Index (PMI) ped to a seven-month low of 50.5 in April, down from 51.2 in March.
Manufacturing sector faces steep cost inflation amid Middle East war

Manufacturing sector faces steep cost inflation amid Middle East war

With higher input costs often passed on to customers, output prices increased at one of the sharpest rates since the survey began in 2011.
High oil prices challenge inflation control target

High oil prices challenge inflation control target

Construction material prices are projected to increase slightly, with steel prices potentially rising by around 7 per cent year-on-year due to the promotion of infrastructure development and the recovery of the real estate market.
Inflation forecast to stay under control in 2026 despite lingering risks

Inflation forecast to stay under control in 2026 despite lingering risks

Under the National Assembly’s Resolution 244/2025/QH15, Việt Nam has set a target to keep the consumer price index (CPI) at below 4.5 per cent this year to maintain macroeconomic stability while creating room for economic growth.
Central banks first 2026 directive prioritises inflation control, macro stability

Central bank’s first 2026 directive prioritises inflation control, macro stability

Directive 01/CT-NHNN sets a 4.5 per cent inflation goal and targets around 15 per cent credit growth to safeguard macro stability and sustainable growth.
Inflation forecast at 3.5 per cent, policy caution urged amid growth pressures

Inflation forecast at 3.5 per cent, policy caution urged amid growth pressures

Inflation in 2026 is forecast to edge up to 3.5 per cent, still below the National Assembly’s target, though double-digit growth and exchange rate pressures will demand cautious policies, experts said in Hà Nội on Monday.