Here is the list of 12 fisheries that the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) determined do not have regulatory programs comparable in effectiveness to the U.S. Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) standards — meaning they were not recognized as equivalent under the MMPA’s comparability finding and are subject to import restrictions into the United States from January 1, 2026: Fishery ID 2932 – Grouper caught with gillnets and bottom trawls. Fishery ID

In 2025, Viet Nam’s economy reached a cyclical peak, with GDP growth accelerating to 8.02%—one of the highest rates recorded in nearly three decades—despite a backdrop of weakening global growth and heightened uncertainty. Growth momentum was broadly based across all three pillars of aggregate demand, underpinned by accommodative monetary conditions, early credit expansion, a renewed leadership role of public investment, and record-high disbursement of FDI inflows. Manufactur

According to a report by the Ministry of Finance of Vietnam on the nationwide development of industrial parks (IPs) and economic zones (EZs), the number of established and operational industrial parks has reached a substantial scale, accompanied by historically high occupancy rates. Specifically, statistics from the Foreign Investment Agency (under the Ministry of Finance) indicate that Vietnam currently has 478 established industrial parks, comprising 421 IPs located outside

HIGHLIGHTS Global shrimp production to rise in 2026 US buyers likely to diversify suppliers amid tariffs on Indian shrimp Government stimulus to boost shrimp demand in China EU demand outlook firm, shifting toward value-added formats Global shrimp markets are likely to see mixed trends in 2026, shaped by trade dynamics and regional production shifts. Ecuador is expected to maintain strong export growth, supported by resilient output and recovering demand from China, while Ind

As mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in Vietnam has accelerated over the past decade, large-scale transactions have not only reshaped ownership structures within domestic companies but also forced many local brands to confront a strategic crossroads: preserving their original identity or pivoting toward a new growth trajectory. This context raises a fundamental question: are Vietnamese enterprises losing their identity when “selling” to major investors, or are they proa

Viet Nam’s cinema market—already highly competitive and dominated by major foreign players—is becoming even more intense with the unexpected entry of a Japanese conglomerate. The arrival of newcomer Aeon Beta raises the question of whether the competitive landscape could be fundamentally reshaped. Mapping Viet Nam’s Cinema Market Following a period of severe disruption caused by the pandemic, Viet Nam’s cinema market has returned to a growth trajectory, with an increasingly w

Domestic Economic Conditions The domestic economy continues to post some positive results, with industrial production expanding and manufacturing activity remaining in expansionary territory. However, these improvements appear largely seasonal and heavily reliant on domestic demand, while external conditions are deteriorating rapidly. Export weakness has become more synchronized across key markets: shipments to the United States declined for the fourth consecutive month amid

Highlands Coffee, Vietnam’s largest coffee chain, has recorded a new profit high, according to the Q3/2025 business results released by Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) of the Philippines — the parent company of Highlands Coffee. Founded in 1999 by entrepreneur David Thai (Thai Phi Diep), Highlands Coffee initially operated as a packaged coffee brand, focusing on high-quality roasted and ground coffee. Following strong market reception, the brand opened its first café in Ho C

From the beginning of Q3 to date, growth in Vietnam’s wood and wood products industry has moderated compared with the first half of the year, reflecting the combined impact of U.S. tariff measures and softening demand in several key export markets. On a cumulative basis over the first ten months of 2025, total industry exports exceeded USD 14 billion (+6% YoY). Wood products accounted for more than 68% of total export value, growing +5.2% YoY. Strong-performing product segmen

According to official statistics from the Foreign Investment Agency (Ministry of Finance), Vietnam currently has 478 established industrial parks (IPs), comprising 421 IPs located outside economic zones, 49 IPs within coastal economic zones, and 8 IPs within border-gate economic zones. These industrial parks cover a total natural land area of approximately 145.97 thousand hectares, generating an industrial land bank of around 101.6 thousand hectares. Among the established ind

Bac Ninh and Bac Giang sit along the industrial growth axis of the Northern Capital Region and serve as two key economic engines in the North. Bac Ninh has established a robust high-tech industrial base anchored by extensive electronics production from global leaders such as Samsung, Canon, and Foxconn. Meanwhile, Bac Giang has emerged as a major growth hub thanks to abundant land, a strong labour force, and a growing high-tech agricultural ecosystem. Before administrative co

Overall assessment of sector performance Sector earnings began to decelerate from late Q3 as both sales volume and selling prices weakened simultaneously, while surging gas prices continued to pressure profit margins. Domestic Market Conditions : Fertilizer consumption remained subdued as large areas of rice and crop farmland — along with sowing activities across multiple northern and central provinces — suffered extensive damage following recent storms. In October, subdued e

In October 2025, export turnover contracted sharply (-26% YoY and -44% MoM) as both export volume and average export prices weakened simultaneously. The average export price declined by nearly 11% compared with the previous month, in line with global price movements. Export volumes, after flattening in September, fell significantly in October, down -37% MoM and -31% YoY. The decline was broad-based across most markets — including traditionally resilient destinations such as C

On 29 October 2025, the Government issued Decision No. 2404/QĐ-TTg regarding the adjusted National Railway Network Master Plan for the period 2021–2030, with a vision extending to 2050. This adjustment significantly expands the investment scope for both existing and newly planned railway lines. The key changes include: Revising the name, scale, and investment roadmap for the North–South high-speed railway. Adding international connections to China and Cambodia. Introducing ne

On the morning of November 13, during the 10th session of the National Assembly, lawmakers approved the Resolution on the 2026 socio-economic development plan, which sets an ambitious target: GDP growth of at least 10%, and GDP per capita reaching USD 5,400–5,500. Electronic voting results showed that 429 out of 433 participating delegates voted in favor, equivalent to 90.51% of all National Assembly members. The plan emphasizes establishing a new growth model, with science–t

Vietnam’s wood pellet exports are booming — up 30% in volume and 43% in value in 1H/2025. Now the #2 exporter globally , Vietnam is emerging as a key player in Asia’s clean energy supply chain. Vietnam wood pellet market Update – 1H 2025_Vietdata Vietnam wood pellets industry - 1H 2025

After Expanding Administrative Boundaries, HCMC’s Industrial Zones Rise from 17 to 66. Following the administrative boundary expansion, the number of industrial zones in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) has increased from 17 to 66. With abundant land resources and gradually improving regional connectivity infrastructure, this is considered a golden opportunity for the city to attract a new wave of investment. The merger not only enables HCMC to expand its development space but also cr

Vietnam seafood export performance – Q3 2025: Seafood exports maintained positive momentum in Q3, rising +8.6% year-on-year (YoY) in value terms. Growth was recorded across most major markets, except the U.S. and Australia. By product category: 🐠 Pangasius increased slightly +3.3% QoQ 🦐 Whiteleg shrimp surged +22% QoQ 🦑 Squid and octopus rose +18.2% QoQ 🦐 Black tiger shrimp declined -11.2% QoQ and -6.4% YoY after strong Q2 growth 🐠 Tuna continued to fall -10.7% YoY Outlo

Against this backdrop, tilapia is emerging as a new strategic alternative. Frozen tilapia fillets (HS 030461) have become the most consumed whitefish product in the US

According to the latest report by VNDirect released on October 21, Vietnam's IPO market is on the verge of a new growth cycle after years of stagnation since 2018.

As foreign direct investment (FDI) continues to flow strongly into Vietnam, industrial parks featuring synchronised infrastructure, green utilities

While some multinational companies collect and audit sustainability data from suppliers, such practices remain rare in Vietnam.

The Philippines’ Department of Agriculture has signaled that the government will extend the ban on rice importation, originally set for September and October, until the end of this year in a surprise move that could pressure key suppliers including Việt Nam. HA NOI — Việt Nam’s rice exports are expected to come under significant pressure early next year as the country enters its winter-spring harvest season, while prospects remain uncertain amid the Philippines’ possible exte

Ở phân khúc nhà xưởng hoặc kho xưởng sẵn cho thuê đạt chất lượng và tiêu chuẩn ESG, khách thuê vẫn rất tin tưởng, ưu tiên dự án có vị trí thuận tiện về logistic

The seaport industry serves as a critical link in Vietnam’s logistics and international trade network.

Ho Chi Minh City is transforming into one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic centers for innovation and startups, backed by strong government support and a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Developing an integrated and smart logistics hub is among the key priorities outlined in the draft political report of the 1st Congress of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee

TCDN – FTSE Russell has announced that Vietnam’s stock market will be upgraded from frontier to secondary emerging market status, effective in early September 2026.

According to the recommendations, voters highly appreciate the policy of merging Binh Duong, Ba Ria - Vung Tau with Ho Chi Minh City. This is a combination of strengths

The Ministry of Finance expects to grant pilot licenses for crypto-asset trading floors such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc. in 2025.