Circular on domestic maritime transport permits for foreign vessels issued

Circular on domestic maritime transport permits for foreign vessels issued

The Ministry of Construction has issued a circular, stipulating the authority and procedures for granting domestic maritime transport permits to foreign vessels, applying to Vietnamese and foreign organizations and individuals involved in domestic maritime transport using foreign ships.

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FAO Representative hails Vietnam’s progress in sustainable agriculture

Mr. Vinod Ahuja, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative for Vietnam, hails Vietnam’s progress in sustainable agriculture, particularly low-emission rice, in an exclusive interview with the Vietnam News Agency as 2025 wraps up.

GOE Alliance commits to partnering with Ho Chi Minh City IFC


Following the Government’s announcement on December 21 of the establishment of the International Financial Centre (IFC), the Global On-chain Economy Alliance (GOE Alliance) has pledged to become a prospective member of the IFC in Ho Chi Minh City, marking the early participation of a global on-chain economic alliance in the center’s formation and operation.
Resolution 57: Telecom providers accelerate 2G shutdown, Viettel hits early 5G milestone

Vietnamese telecom operators are fast-tracking plans to discontinue 2G services by September 2026, in line with a national frequency reorganization aimed at bolstering 4G and 5G networks and achieving full 5G coverage by 2030 under the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW.

Viettel exceeds target, installing 20,000 5G stations in 2025


PANO - The Military Industry-Telecoms Group (Viettel) has reached the milestone of installing 20,000 new 5G stations in 2025 with over three weeks ahead of the timeline committed to the Government.
Mercosur, Vietnam launch preferential trade agreement negotiations

The Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and Vietnam have launched negotiations for a preferential trade agreement, Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira announced at the bloc's 67th summit in Foz de Iguazu on December 20.

Vietnam stands as Ireland’s promising economic partner in ASEAN: Irish official


Vietnam stands as one of Ireland’s most dynamic and promising economic partners in ASEAN, Assistant Principal at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment of Ireland Phyllis Kelly told the Vietnam - Ireland Trade & Investment Forum 2025 recently held in Dublin.
Green transition emerges as new engine of growth

Green transition is no longer an option; rather, it has become a top strategic priority for businesses, especially as Vietnam has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Vietnam’s textile-garment industry under pressure for deeper restructuring


Vietnam’s textile and garment industry is accelerating efforts toward the finish line this year, with export turnover estimated at 46 billion USD, amid persistent difficulties in the global market.
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