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National Assembly extends first session by half a day

National Assembly extends first session by half a day

Under the revised agenda, the legislature will approve two additional items – a draft law supplementing several articles of key tax-related laws and the plan to handle the source of money to implement the international arbitration ruling.
Việt Nam must improve DPPA, energy storage framework to accelerate green transition

Việt Nam must improve DPPA, energy storage framework to accelerate green transition

Organised by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and Diễn Đàn Doanh Nghiệp (Business Forum) magazine, the event gathered policymakers and industry representatives to discuss how to accelerate renewable energy adoption and ensure stable power supply.
Gia Lai attracts 190 million to four renewable energy projects

Gia Lai attracts $190 million to four renewable energy projects

Located mainly in Ia Le commune and partly in Chu Puh commune, the projects will have a combined installed capacity of 230 megawatts (MW).
Ministry calls for actions to speed up power projects under revised PDP8

Ministry calls for actions to speed up power projects under revised PDP8

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has urged faster action to remove bottlenecks in implementing the revised PDP8 and accelerate power and grid projects to support double-digit growth.
Govt proposes 315b public investment for 2026–2030

Gov't proposes $315b public investment for 2026–2030

The 2021–2025 medium-term public investment plan has fulfilled and surpassed all five targets.
NA reviews draft on coordination, policies for investment dispute settlement​​​​​​​

NA reviews draft on coordination, policies for investment dispute settlement​​​​​​​

Newly-arising international investment disputes have continued to increase in both number and value in recent years, posing potential risks of economic losses, reputational damage, and a negative impact on the investment environment if effective coordination is lacking.
Việt Nam shields economy from oil shocks

Việt Nam shields economy from oil shocks

Việt Nam’s swift and coordinated policy response, from flexible fuel price management to efforts to diversify supply sources, has highlighted the country’s capacity for strategic adaptation in an increasingly volatile global economic landscape.
Govt promotes renewable energy to meet JETP Declaration

Gov’t promotes renewable energy to meet JETP Declaration

Việt Nam will strive to increase the proportion of renewable energy sources to approximately 47 per cent of the country’s total electricity capacity by 2030.
Việt Nam, US deepen tech ties at innovation and investment forum in California

Việt Nam, US deepen tech ties at innovation and investment forum in California

Việt Nam and the US are forging new tech and investment links in AI, semiconductors and renewable energy.
Ministry approves revised national energy plan to boost energy security

Ministry approves revised national energy plan to boost energy security

The revision calls for more efficient use of domestic resources alongside imports and balanced development across the energy system, including electricity, oil and gas, coal and renewables.
Gearing up for national elections

[Videos] Gearing up for national elections

Việt Nam is preparing for the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term. Here is what you need to know about the upcoming vote.
Govtt plans to borrow 37 billion, repay debts of 20 billion in 2026

Govt’t plans to borrow $37 billion, repay debts of $20 billion in 2026

The loans are expected to come from government bond issuance, ODA loans, preferential foreign loans, international bond issuance, and other legitimate financial sources.
Ministry drafts new criteria for national brand products to encourage innovation

Ministry drafts new criteria for national brand products to encourage innovation

The ministry is drafting tougher criteria for the Việt Nam National Brand Programme, aiming to lift national competitiveness and target 1,000 products by 2030, nationwide.
Ministry proposes adjustments to energy planning to support double-digit growth

Ministry proposes adjustments to energy planning to support double-digit growth

Việt Nam has raised its economic growth target to double-digit growth during 2026–30, which has altered energy demand projections and requires revisions to the national energy plan to safeguard energy supply for the economy.
Top priority for energy development to meet double-digit growth target

Top priority for energy development to meet double-digit growth target

Việt Nam has given top priority for energy development to ensure energy security and meet double-digit growth target in the coming years.