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🇻🇳 Vietnam Economic Highlights (Late January 2026)
This article highlights key topics from Vietnam-related economic news released in late January 2026 that Japanese and international small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as investors who are considering or closely monitoring the Vietnamese market, should be aware of. Note: The comments at the end of each topic are summaries and observations prepared by the KBC-LINK editorial team based on publicly available information. Vietnam Industry Watch: Key Sectors to Watch Vietn
2 days ago5 min read
🇻🇳 Vietnam Economic Highlights (Early January 2026)
This article highlights key topics from Vietnam-related economic news released in early January 2026 that are particularly relevant for Japanese and other international small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as investors. All items are based on reporting by reliable domestic and international media sources and focus on developments that are directly linked to business planning, market entry decisions, and investment considerations for 2026 and beyond. Vietnam Industry Wa
Jan 223 min read
🇻🇳 Vietnam Economic Highlights (December 2025)
From articles published between December 2025 and January 2026, we have carefully selected the most relevant updates on Vietnam’s economy, policies, and industrial trends for Japanese and overseas small and medium-sized enterprises as well as investors. The selection is based primarily on official statistics, government announcements, and major economic media and professional publications. Vietnam Economic News – 10 Key Highlights Manufacturing PMI remains in expansion territ
Jan 53 min read
🇻🇳 Vietnam Economic Highlights of the Week (November 10–30, 2025)
Here is a curated summary of Vietnam’s economic developments in the second half of November 2025 (Nov 10–30), based on multiple reliable sources. We highlight 10 key updates across economic indicators, investment activity, corporate developments, infrastructure, and industrial trends — valuable for SMEs and investors from Japan and overseas. Vietnam Economic News – 10 Key Highlights Manufacturing PMI stands at 53.8, continuing its expansion trend Vietnam’s Manufacturing Purch
Dec 4, 20252 min read
Chia Seed Cultivation in Vietnam’s Northwestern Highlands - Field Report by KBC-LINK
Through the introduction of the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance (VCA), KBC-LINK conducted an on-site inspection of the chia seed project operated by Global Green House Cooperative (GHCOOP). The visit took place in Muong Kim Commune, Lai Chau Province, located in the northwestern highlands of Vietnam. In this mountainous region, where ethnic minority communities practice traditional natural farming, the combination of their methods with technical support from the Center for Techn
Dec 1, 20254 min read
🇻🇳 Vietnam Economic Highlights of the Week (November 3–9, 2025)
We bring you a selection of key developments in the Vietnamese economy from multiple reliable sources for the first week of November 2025 (Nov 3–9). Here are 10 important news items that Japanese and foreign SMEs and investors should watch, covering economic indicators, investment trends, corporate activities, infrastructure developments, and industry news. Vietnam Economic News – 10 Key Highlights Vietnam's industrial production rises 11%, while automobile manufacturing decl
Nov 10, 20252 min read
A Ho Chi Minh City Café Pays Customers to Read: A New Cultural Business Model for the Digital Age
Rethinking “the time to read” during Japan’s Reading Week (October 27 – November 9) In an era where smartphones consume much of our time, a café in Ho Chi Minh City has launched a bold challenge: rewarding customers for reading books. “ Sam-Art Books & Coffee ” has introduced an innovative program that pays visitors who complete 100 hours of reading—a concept that is sparking conversation across Vietnam. In Japan, the rise of smartphones and social media has accelerated th
Oct 30, 20252 min read
What Is “Sustainability Disclosure”?
— Why Japanese Companies Are Now Required to Disclose and What It Means for Vietnam What Does “Sustainability Disclosure” Mean? You may have seen the term “Sustainability Disclosure” appearing more frequently in corporate websites or business news.In simple terms, it refers to how companies publicly report their initiatives in Environment , Social , and Governance (ESG) — key factors that show how responsibly and transparently a company operates. Typical disclosure items i
Oct 22, 20252 min read
Vietnam Cooperative Products Japan – KBC-LINK & VCA
On September 23, 2025, KBC, which operates KBC-LINK platform, visited the headquarters of the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance (VCA). The meeting was attended by Vice President Mr. Dinh Hong Thai, as well as representatives from the Trade and International Cooperation Department and the Institute of Science, Technology and Environment.
Oct 1, 20252 min read
ESG Practices Gain Attention in Vietnam: Key to Corporate Growth
According to PwC Vietnam’s latest survey, 89% of Vietnamese companies plan to implement ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives within the next 2–4 years, a significant increase from 80% three years ago. Foreign-invested (FDI) companies are taking a leading role, reflecting growing interest in corporate sustainability. ESG Initiatives ESG stands for Environment, Social, and Governance, representing a framework for companies to operate sustainably while conside
Sep 30, 20252 min read
Da Nang’s Rapid Transformation in 6 Months
Da Nang, the central hub of Vietnam, has witnessed remarkable growth in both tourism and investment in 2025. Within just half a year, the...
Sep 19, 20252 min read
World Bank: Vietnam’s Economy Forecast to Grow 6.6% in 2025
The World Bank (WB) released its latest economic update on September 8, projecting Vietnam’s GDP growth at 6.6% in 2025 . Strong export...
Sep 9, 20252 min read
Vietnam’s Politburo to Make Energy-Saving Targets Mandatory for All Industries and Regions
Vietnam’s Politburo has announced plans to make energy-saving targets mandatory for each industry and region, applying energy efficiency...
Sep 5, 20252 min read
Vietnam Manufacturing: Production Rises for Four Consecutive Months, but Export Orders Fall — S&P Global Survey
According to the latest survey by S&P Global, Vietnam’s manufacturing output continued to grow in August, marking the fourth consecutive...
Sep 4, 20252 min read
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