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When beauty queens become CEOs

Many Vietnamese showbiz beauty queens have taken the helm of enterprises; some have thrived, while others have paused to pursue different goals.

Will U.S. tariff hikes shake up Vietnam’s auto industry?

Vietnam's car market braces for indirect impact as new U.S. tariffs disrupt global trade dynamics and supply chains.

How Vietnam can respond to U.S. tariff shock: Lower duties, keep talking

Vietnam needs proactive diplomacy and strategic import policy changes to navigate a 46% tariff on its exports to the U.S., says trade expert.

Dozens of stalled projects in Ho Chi Minh City exposed in government inspection

An official audit uncovers widespread delays, planning violations, and wasted resources tied to urban projects in HCMC.

VN plans early buyout of underperforming BOT projects with $560M allocation

The Ministry of Construction seeks to use surplus funds to support 11 transport projects at risk of collapse due to policy and revenue issues.

Dashcam demand surges as drivers fear wrongful traffic fines

Amid rising concerns over unjust penalties, more Vietnamese drivers are equipping their cars with dashcams for legal protection and safer driving.

HCM City leads Vietnam in economic output ahead of administrative changes

With a GRDP of over USD 70 billion and top exports, Ho Chi Minh City cements its status as Vietnam’s economic powerhouse before restructuring.

The fate of the trillion-dong tower under Central Steering Committee’s scrutiny

The Vicem tower has endured a “tumultuous” fate—first seeking to be sold but failing, then aiming for a “revival” to be put into use. The root cause stems from miscalculations made from the project’s investment inception.

Vietnam stock market crashes nearly 80 points as US tariffs shock investors

Vietnam’s VN-Index posted a historic loss on April 3 after President Trump unveiled sweeping import tariffs, with Vietnam facing a 46% rate.

111 condotel, officetel projects flagged for legal violations in Vietnam

A government inspection has revealed widespread procedural lapses in projects appraised by the Ministry of Construction despite lacking legal clarity.

Tiny brewery, giant returns: Ha Long Beer leads Vietnam’s beverage stocks

A small Quang Ninh brewery is beating industry giants with high returns and generous dividends.

Heir to T&T Group takes the helm at Vietravel Airlines

The son of T&T Group founder takes over the airline amid efforts to restructure and expand flight networks.

Vietnam breaks coffee export record with USD 1.16 billion in March

Soaring global prices have enabled Vietnamese enterprises to earn a staggering USD 1.16 billion in March alone from coffee exports - an all-time monthly high for the industry.

Qualcomm acquires VinAI’s generative AI unit to boost R&D in Vietnam

Qualcomm strengthens its presence in Vietnam by acquiring Movian AI, VinAI's generative AI arm, as part of its global R&D expansion.

Quang Nam investigates real estate 'price fever' sparked by merger rumors

Provincial officials have called on police to crack down on land speculation and fraudulent practices destabilizing the housing market.

Merger rumors fuel speculative land price hikes near Ho Chi Minh City

Real estate agents in Nhon Trach are leveraging unverified merger news to stir up demand and inflate property prices.

Pi Network crashes to all-time low, sparking investor accusations of fraud

With Pi’s price plunging by over 76%, investors are losing trust in the Pi Core Team and questioning the project's transparency.

Vietnam’s coffee exports to Japan hit US$127mil. as prices nearly double

Despite lower volume, Vietnam’s coffee export value to Japan surged 56% in early 2025 thanks to soaring average prices.

Electricity prices regulated: Maximum retail rate set at USD 0.10/kWh

Deputy PM Bui Thanh Son signs a new decision setting upper and lower bounds for average electricity prices nationwide.

Vietnam kicks off 2025 nationwide business survey for GDP and policy planning

The annual statistical investigation begins April 1, collecting vital data from over 60 provinces to support economic planning.