Forbes’ data showed that as of December 31, Việt Nam had five US dollar billionaires, one fewer than at the start of the year but their combined wealth jumped by more than US$28 billion to reach $40.9 billion.
The EU is now tightening requirements to ensure that imported products comply with the same strict food safety, environmental and animal welfare standards applied within the bloc.
The EFTA bloc, comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein, has a relatively small population but a combined GDP of about €1.3 trillion (US$1.5 trillion), high living standards, and strong demand for high-quality products.
Tây Ninh currently houses more than 1,950 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects, with total registered capital exceeding $24.5 billion. In 2025, the province’s total export turnover was estimated at over $16 billion, up 9.21 per cent compared to last year.
The annual trade promotion event Việt Nam International Gifts & Housewares Expo opened in HCM City on Thursday with 250 exhibitors from China showcasing more than 10,000 products in 500 booths.
The Vietnam Brand Week is set to take place in Hà Nội from December 18-22, aiming to promote the development of the digital economy and e-commerce, while responding to the “Vietnamese People Prioritise Using Vietnamese Goods” campaign amid accelerating digital...
Entering 2026, the 20 per cent anti-dumping tax in the US is projected to continue to have an adverse effect, reducing the competitiveness of Vietnamese pangasius in this market.
Vietnamese durian is still experiencing strong growth despite facing technical barriers from China, thanks to improved quality and competitive pricing.
Việt Nam real estate market is currently driven by real demand, transparent legal frameworks, and a more positive foundation thanks to new legal corridors, with expectations of a clear recovery in 2026.
In the evolving realm of advertising, the focus is shifting towards quality over quantity, emphasising the significance of storytelling, emotional connections, and respecting users'' time to ensure campaign success in a competitive and attention-deficient environment, industry insiders said.