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Textile and garment industry bombarded with challenges due to Middle East conflict

Textile and garment industry bombarded with challenges due to Middle East conflict

Despite the efforts of Vietnamese textile and garment businesses, the ongoing Middle East conflict is posing serious challenges to their ability to secure and carry out overseas production orders.
After a strong Q1, can Việt Nam sustain high growth amid global headwinds?

After a strong Q1, can Việt Nam sustain high growth amid global headwinds?

A strong start to 2026 highlights Việt Nam’s growth potential, but rising global headwinds are set to test its double-digit ambitions.
Airlines, tourism sector seek ways to navigate fuel crisis

Airlines, tourism sector seek ways to navigate fuel crisis

The Government has taken swift action to cushion the impact of rising oil prices related to the Middle East war, including tax cuts and an advance of VNĐ8 trillion (US$304 million) to the fuel price stabilisation fund.
Textile firms strengthen resilience amid rising global risks

Textile firms strengthen resilience amid rising global risks

At present, many companies have secured orders through July and are negotiating contracts for the remaining months of the year.
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.
Building a competitive power market to secure Việt Nams energy future

Building a competitive power market to secure Việt Nam’s energy future

In an interview with Việt Nam News, Hồ Đình Thám, resident adviser to the Electricity Authority of Vietnam under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, discusses global energy trends, the country’s progress in building a competitive power market and the...
Three-month domestic air fuel surcharge proposed as costs surge

Three-month domestic air fuel surcharge proposed as costs surge

The CAAV said that Việt Nam’s jet fuel providers remain heavily dependent on imports, posing a significant risk as global supply chains face disruptions.
Govt proposes halving fuel taxes to ease price pressure

Gov't proposes halving fuel taxes to ease price pressure

Under a draft resolution of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee, the taxes on gasoline (excluding ethanol-blended fuel) and diesel are proposed to be halved to VNĐ1,000 and VNĐ500 per litre, respectively. The tax on jet fuel is proposed to be...
Airfares rise as fuel costs surge, CAAV reports

Airfares rise as fuel costs surge, CAAV reports

More than 60 per cent of international airlines operating in Việt Nam have raised or plan to raise fares from mid-March as Middle East tensions drive up global fuel prices.
Middle East tensions test resilience of Việt Nams agriculture sector

Middle East tensions test resilience of Việt Nam’s agriculture sector

Associations are encouraged to proactively gather and promptly report difficulties faced by businesses related to mechanisms, policies, administrative procedures, credit, taxation, logistics, and insurance.
PM gives green light to advance from State budget for fuel price stabilisation fund

PM gives green light to advance from State budget for fuel price stabilisation fund

PM Chính said the top priority is to ensure no energy or fuel shortages, minimise macroeconomic impacts, and avoid disruptions to supply chains, production, business and consumption.
Risk warning for Vietnamese firms trading with UAE amid Middle East tensions

Risk warning for Vietnamese firms trading with UAE amid Middle East tensions

Disruptions to shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz have affected food trade flows, while rising fuel and transportation costs have pushed up prices of fruits and vegetables in the UAE.
Construction ministry proposes transport measures amid Middle East conflict

Construction ministry proposes transport measures amid Middle East conflict

Conflict in the Middle East is disrupting aviation and shipping routes, prompting the Ministry of Construction to propose tax and fee cuts to help stabilise transport costs and logistics activities.
Petrol supplies still ensure production and consumption in coming months: PM

Petrol supplies still ensure production and consumption in coming months: PM

The Government has issued a resolution outlining 10 key solutions, promoted energy diplomacy and directed increased exploitation of oil, gas and coal resources, while regulating hyower reservoirs to support electricity generation.
Measures sought to address business challenges amid Middle East conflict

Measures sought to address business challenges amid Middle East conflict

Việt Nam is facing a three-stage ripple effect - first on transport and fuel-dependent industries, then on sectors relying on their outputs, and ultimately on consumers. Volatility in key commodities like fuel is disrupting the entire supply chain and increasing...