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<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/7/4/434607_dn.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Since July 1, 2025 when district-level administrative units ended&nbsp;operations, the national information system on business registration for enterprises, household businesses and cooperatives is in operationaccording to regulations on the organisation of administrative units. — Photo baochinhphu.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI&nbsp;— From July 1, 2025, under Việt Nam’s non-territorial administration policy, household businesses can apply for and receive business registration at any commune-level office across the country, thanks to the new two-tier local administration model.It was under the Ministry of Finance’s Official Dispatch No. 9241/BTC-DNTN sent to the People's Committees of provinces and centrally run cities to implement the business registration works according to the new administration model.In the dispatch, the ministry regulates that the management boards of high-tech parks will grant the business registration for enterprises, branches, representative offices and business locations located in high-tech parks as well as ensuring conditions for carrying out business registration at the commune-level business registration agencies.The Ministry of Finance has issued three documents –&nbsp;Official Dispatches 9241/BTC-DNTN, 4370/BTC-DNTN and 7984/BTC-DNTN –&nbsp;to guide business registration in cases of administrative boundary changes and when applying the two-tier local administration model.The guide is aimed to ensure that the implementation of procedures for registering enterprises, household businesses and cooperatives smoothly and without interruption in localities after the apparatus reorganisation.Since July 1, 2025, when district-level administrative units stopped operating, the national business registration system for enterprises, household businesses and cooperatives has been running under the rules of the two-tier local administration model.This means many administrative procedures are now simpler, as household business registration can be done without being limited by local boundaries within a province or city. All business registration procedures for enterprises and household businesses are also done online at level 4.Under the Business Registration Decree, several procedures have been reduced or simplified — for example, joint stock companies and limited liability companies no longer need to submit full meeting minutes when registering or reporting changes to their business details.The decree also remove all procedures for business locations of household businesses. Tax collection for business locations is done through the business household owner.In particular, according to the decree, the time for handling many procedures will be reduced to only two working days, instead of three.Experts said efforts to reform administrative procedures through promoting the application of information technology and sharing data among State management agencies will continue to create maximum favourable conditions for businesses when entering, operating and withdrawing from the market.&nbsp;— BIZHUB/VNS

Since July 1, 2025, when district-level administrative units stopped operating, the national business registration system for enterprises, household businesses and cooperatives has been running under the rules of the two-tier local administration model.

Non-territorial administration policy eases household business registration

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/7/4/434965_5208840248585011_fpt.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The building of FPT Corporation in Hà Nội. Shares of the company surged over 3.8 per cent, leading the market's recovery. — Photo VGP</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — The Vietnamese stock market closed the week on a positive note, with the VN-Index setting a new record high this year, while foreign investors extended their net buying spree.&nbsp;On the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the VN-Index rebounded from the previous day's losses, up 5.01 points, or 0.36 per cent, to 1,386.97 points. This was the index's highest close since March 2022, even though it couldn't sustain the session's highest point.A notable positive sign was the widespread presence of green across the market. There were more than 200 gainers and 101 decliners. Liquidity, however, fell sharply from the previous session, down 37 per cent to VNĐ20.87 trillion (US$797.2 million).&nbsp;The 30 biggest stocks tracker, VN30-Index, also inched higher. The index rose 7.57 points, or 0.51 per cent, to finish Friday at 1,488.77 points.&nbsp;On the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX), the HNX-Index increased 1.58 points, or 0.68 per cent, to 232.51 points. On the northern market, over 92.2 million shares were traded, worth VNĐ1.54 trillion.&nbsp;Capital flowed back into the real estate sector, driving significant gains in this area. Particularly, LDG Investment (LDG) hit its ceiling, Hoang Huy Investment Financial Services JSC (TCH) rose by 5.56 per cent, Development Investment Construction JSC (DIG) increased by 3.4 per cent, Khai Hoan Land Group JSC (KHG) by 3.94 per cent, CEO Group (CEO) by 2.86 per cent, Phat Dat Real Estate Development JSC (PDR) by 2.8 per cent, and Novaland (NVL) by 2.01 per cent.The financial sector, including banks and securities, also regained positive momentum, with several stocks rising over 1 per cent, like Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ACB) up 2.1 per cent, VIX Securities JSC (VIX) up 2.1 per cent, and Ho Chi Minh Securities Corporation (HCM) up 1.3 per cent.&nbsp;Additionally, consumer and information technology stocks saw strong gains, with FPT Corporation (FPT) leading the market's recovery. FPT shares soared over 3.8 per cent, contributing nearly 1.6 points to the VN-Index gain.However, the rallies were capped by losses of some pillars, which were led by Vingroup (VIC). The property developer's shares dip 2.75 per cent. It was followed by IDICO Corporation, down 2.93 per cent.&nbsp;Meanwhile, foreign investors continued to net buy a significant amount on HoSE, purchasing nearly VNĐ1.8 trillion worth of shares. They also net bought VNĐ74.76 billion on HNX. — BIZHUB/VNS

Foreign investors continued to net buy a significant amount on HoSE, purchasing nearly VNĐ1.8 trillion worth of shares.

VN-Index sets new high, approaching 1,390-point level

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/7/4/434899_5208705052009671_doanh%20nghiep.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Workers of TKG Tae Kwang Cần Thơ Co Ltd during working hours. The government aims to have all administrative procedures related to businesses handled entirely online by the end of this year. — VNA/VNS Photo Thanh Liêm</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — The government aims to have all administrative procedures related to businesses handled entirely online by the end of this year, regardless of administrative boundaries, according to Minister and Chairman of the Government Office Trần Văn Sơn.Speaking at the government’s regular press conference on July 3, Sơn said the transition aligns with the newly implemented two-tier local governance model, which is now being piloted nationwide. This marked the third day since the official launch of provincial- and commune-level public administrative service centres.He reported that the centres have been operating smoothly.On July 1, online applications accounted for 57 per cent of all submissions. The following day saw 38,000 applications submitted, with 59.7 per cent filed online and 40.4 per cent in person. By 4pm on July 3, the number surpassed 40,000, with 59.3 per cent submitted online.Sơn emphasised that the National Public Service Portal now serves as a single digital gateway for public services. Citizens and businesses can submit applications from anywhere, using a computer, tablet or smartphone connected to the internet. Submissions are automatically routed to the appropriate provincial or commune-level centres for processing.“The most important feature of this portal is that users can monitor the entire process of their administrative procedures in real time," he said."It also serves as a platform for collecting and addressing feedback and complaints from citizens and businesses."Also addressing the press conference, Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Nguyễn Thị Hà said the Prime Minister had issued 28 decrees to clarify the decentralisation of authority between central and local governments, as well as between provincial and district-level administrations.To support implementation, 58 circulars have been issued by ministries and sectors, providing the legal foundation for the two-tier local governance model. These documents include detailed provisions on procedures, jurisdiction, application requirements, processing time, fees and standardised forms, all effective from July 1, 2025. VNS

Citizens and businesses can submit applications from anywhere, using a computer, tablet or smartphone connected to the internet.

Việt Nam aims to move all business-related administrative procedures online in 2025

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/27/433421_5202743201894636_nt4.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>PV Power leaders and delegates witness the moment when Nhơn Trạch 4 Power Plant is connected to the national grid&nbsp;— Photo courtesy of Petrovietnam</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — The Nhơn Trạch 4 power plant, one of the two generating units under Việt Nam’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG)-fired power complex, has officially connected to the national grid, achieving an initial capacity of 50 MW.This is the first time the plant has delivered electricity to the grid, marking a significant milestone in commissioning prior to full commercial operation.The event took place at 13:55 on June 27, 2025.Previously, on June 6, the plant successfully completed its first ignition and no-load testing at 3,000 revolutions per minute, clearing a critical technical step before commencing load trials. According to the schedule, once all tests and technical assessments are completed, Nhơn Trạch 4 is expected to begin commercial operation in November 2025.As of the end of June, the Nhơn Trạch 3 and 4 complex has reached 99.7 per cent of total construction progress. All procurement and equipment installation work has been carried out on schedule. Nhơn Trạch 3, the sister unit, has been synchronised to the grid since February 5 and is currently in the final stages of trial operation.In April alone, it operated stably for 30 hours in baseload mode, generating 812 MWh of electricity – a positive result reflecting both technological effectiveness and the strong operational coordination among project stakeholders. Nhơn Trạch 3 is expected to enter commercial operation by mid-August 2025.The Nhơn Trạch 3 and 4 project is invested by PetroVietnam Power Corporation (PV Power), a member of the Vietnam National Industry - Energy&nbsp;Group (Petrovietnam). This is Việt Nam’s first power complex to use imported LNG as fuel.&nbsp;<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/27/433423_5202743614110108_nt44.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Technical indicator board after Nhơn Trạch 4 Power Plant was synchronised with the national grid. — Photo courtesy of Petrovietnam</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>With a total capacity of nearly 1,500 MW, the two plants will provide essential power to the national grid once completed, meeting growing demand and leading a new direction for the energy sector in line with the LNG focus in Việt Nam’s Power Development Plan VIII.Thanks to the close coordination among the investor, contractors, domestic and international experts, and the active support of regulators, the project is approaching completion in line with its planned timeline.Bringing Nhơn Trạch 3 and 4 into commercial operation by the end of 2025 will not only help secure national energy security but also accelerate the goals of a sustainable energy transition, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and green economic development. — BIZHUB/VNS

The event took place at 13:55 on June 27, 2025.

Nhơn Trạch 4 power plant officially connects to national grid

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/27/433429_5202757053453705_ppgpbx7c.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>An investor monitors stock market movements. — Photo baotintuc.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — On the final Friday of June, Việt Nam’s stock market recorded the VN-Index extending its rally to close at the highest level in more than three years, gaining nearly six points to finish at 1,371.04 points. However, the uptrend unfolded against a backdrop of declining liquidity and persistent investor caution.In the early session, the index performed relatively positively on news of a potential breakthrough in trade negotiations expected within the next fortnight. After a modest early gain, the VN-Index suddenly retreated as selling pressure intensified, at one point losing almost 3.6 points shortly after 10 a.m.Notably, large-cap stocks such as Vingroup (VIC) and Vinhomes (VHM) dropped to intraday lows of 2.74 per cent and 2.63 per cent respectively. Nevertheless, a robust wave of bargain hunting quickly reversed the decline, enabling the market to recover and maintain positive territory throughout the afternoon.Masan Group (MSN) emerged as a notable highlight, leading the VN30 basket with a sharp rise of 6.67 per cent to VNĐ76,800&nbsp;per share, registering record liquidity exceeding over VNĐ1&nbsp;trillion (US$38.3 million)&nbsp;— the highest since October 2024.Foreign investors were net buyers of MSN, while continuing to offload FPT. Alongside MSN, other major blue-chips such as Mobile World (MWG) up 2.02 per cent, Vinamilk (VNM) up 2.48 per cent, VHM up 1.32 per cent, and VIC up 0.53 per cent&nbsp;contributed significantly to the index, with this group alone adding approximately 4.2 points.During the session, market breadth remained volatile but continued to exhibit clear divergence. At the close, the HoSE recorded 163 gainers against 138 decliners, a relatively narrow gap. While leading stocks underpinned the VN-Index’s green finish, overall liquidity in the rest of the market remained cautious.Although mid- and small-cap stocks saw more active trading, their gains were insufficient to create broad-based momentum. The number of shares rising more than 1 per cent totalled just 72, accounting for around 31.6 per cent of HoSE turnover — a proportion notably lower than during the morning.Overall market liquidity remained subdued. Total trading value on HoSE for the session reached approximately VNĐ18.58&nbsp;trillion, down 11 per cent compared to the 20-day average and significantly below the four-week average of over VNĐ21 trillion per session. This also marked the third consecutive session of declining matched orders, underscoring investors’ wariness at fresh highs.Analysts at Vietcombank Securities (VCBS) assessed that the market continues to fluctuate within the 1,360–1,370 point range, with substantial divergence between sectors. VCBS recommended investors maintain a short-term strategy, continue to hold stocks with strong upward momentum, and cautiously consider selective buying in shares attracting inflows or enjoying supportive news, while carefully monitoring signals of a confirmed breakout above resistance.Saigon–Hanoi Securities (SHS) likewise advised that any fresh disbursements should be based on updated assessments of companies’ fundamentals, second-quarter earnings, and prospects for the second half of the year, cautioning investors against excessive optimism at elevated price levels.Experts from SHS remarked: “Although the market continues to set new highs, scepticism still prevails as weak liquidity and insufficiently broad-based buying limit confidence. Investors are advised to maintain a balanced portfolio and implement strict risk management, given the market’s sensitivity and potential volatility at these levels.” — VNS

On the final Friday of June, Việt Nam’s stock market recorded the VN-Index extending its rally to close at the highest level in more than three years, gaining nearly six points to finish at 1,371.04 points.

VN-Index surpasses 1,370 points as market rises cautiously

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/26/426887_5176611837660510_ba_3-1415-ezgif.com-webp-to-jpg-converter.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Recycling soft plastic at a Lam Tran Plastic Recycling factory in Long An Province. Photo theleader.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>The adoption of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations marks a pivotal move toward fostering sustainable development in the rubber and plastics industries, experts have said.The rubber and plastics industries are among the fastest-growing sectors in Việt Nam, playing a vital role in the nation's economic development.The plastics industry generates approximately US$25 billion in annual revenue, maintaining an average growth rate of 10-12 per cent.Meanwhile, the rubber sector has firmly established its presence on the global export map, achieving an annual export turnover of around $3.5 billion. This strong performance positions Việt Nam as one of the world's leading rubber exporters.According to the Chairman of the Vietnam Waste Recycling Association, Trần Việt Anh, the plastics and rubber sectors have made significant contribution to the national GDP. However, now is a crucial time for the industries to move toward a greener, more circular and accountable model of growth.During a recent workshop in HCM City, Việt Anh said his association was actively promoting plastic and rubber waste collection and recycling through circular economic models.EPR stands as a key pillar in this transformation, compelling businesses to take full responsibility for the entire product lifecycle, from production and consumption to collection and recycling, according to Anh.While EPR promises to curb environmental degradation, it also presents growth opportunities for Việt Nam’s nascent recycling industry.Currently, only a few domestic firms - just two in the plastics sector - meet international recycling standards. Most others continue to produce low-quality recycled products that fall short of the stringent requirements in export markets like the EU and the US.In developed economies, recycled materials must reach at least 90 per cent of the quality of virgin products, a benchmark Việt Nam is still working to achieve.Beyond legal compliance, effective EPR implementation creates constructive pressure for producers to adopt more sustainable and globally competitive manufacturing practices.Lê Anh, Sustainability Development director of DUYTAN Recycling, said that the company currently collected around 12 million plastic bottles daily, equivalent to about 180 tonnes of plastic waste, to recycle products that meet export standards. Notably, 60 per cent of these products were exported to high-demand markets in Europe and the US.Lê Anh described EPR as a passport for businesses to access large markets that are becoming increasingly stringent on environmental requirements.One standout initiative is the 'Plastic Collection &amp; Recycling' project, launched in partnership between DUYTAN Recycling and Unilever Vietnam in 2022. After two years of work, the project has collected and recycled more than 15,000 tonnes of plastic waste. It aims to double that figure to 30,000 tonnes by 2027.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/26/426895_5176613985169820_Dong-Lam-Topview.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A DUYTAN Recycling station in Vĩnh Long Province. Photo courtesy of the company</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>However, experts warn that while EPR holds great promise for greening rubber and plastics sectors, its implementation continues to face significant obstacles.A lecturer from the University of Natural Resources and Environment highlighted that global plastic production skyrocketed from just two million tonnes in 1950 to over 400 million tonnes by 2019, yet only about nine per cent was recycled. Việt Nam mirrored this trend, with plastic consumption rising sharply from 0.2 million tonnes in 1990 to more than 10 million tonnes in 2022. That figure was projected to reach nearly 12 million tonnes by 2025.Despite this surge, recycling remains limited.In major cities like Hồ Chí Minh and Hà Nội, an estimated 80 tonnes of plastic bottles and bags are thrown away daily. However, only around 10 per cent of that waste is recycled, with most of it ending up in landfills or incinerators, leading to wasted resources and worsening environmental pollution.Experts point to multiple barriers hindering progress. Recycling household waste is a complex and costly process that requires significant land, advanced technology and capital investment. Moreover, it produces secondary waste that also needs to be treated.Policy limitations are another concern. Currently, the Government support for recycling enterprises is seen as insufficient to attract new investors or foster innovation in the sector.To accelerate the effective implementation of EPR in Việt Nam, Phạm Việt Anh, PhD, a sustainable business management expert, called for more targeted government support and long-term strategic planning.He suggested that the State introduce specific incentives such as preferential electricity rates for waste-to-energy projects, the establishment of dedicated recycling industrial clusters and financial reward mechanisms for businesses that effectively implement EPR practices.He also stressed the urgent need to invest in the workforce's know-how, particularly in engineering and environmental technologies. VNS

It is a crucial time for rubber and plastics industries to pivot toward a greener, more circular and accountable model of growth.

Advancing EPR for a sustainable future in rubber and plastics sectors

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/20/431932_5196662285907542_iiklah4g.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The LPG tank complex of PV Gas Group in Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu Province. Shares of GAS declined on Friday, dragging the VN-Index below the 1,350-point threshold. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam's stock market closed slightly lower on Friday, ending the week on a cautious note as pressure on several major stocks dragged the VN-Index below the 1,350-point threshold.Liquidity eased slightly from the previous session, while foreign investors continued their net selling trend.The session opened on a positive note, with many stocks gaining and the VN-Index touching as high as 1,356 points in the morning. However, selling pressure intensified in the afternoon, pulling the benchmark index into the red by the close.At the end of the trading day, the VN-Index on the Ho&nbsp;Chi&nbsp;Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE) slipped 2.69 points, or 0.2 per cent, to 1,349.35 points. Market breadth was negative, with 167 declining stocks outnumbering 135 gainers.Liquidity rose by 18.7 per cent compared to Thursday, reaching VNĐ22.2 trillion (approximately US$850 million).Leading the downward pressure were stocks in the Vingroup ecosystem, with the two steepest decliners of the day both coming from this group. Vingroup Joint Stock Company (VIC) dropped 2.9&nbsp;per cent, while Vinhomes JSC (VHM) lost 2.1 per cent. Including Vinpearl (VPL) and Vincom Retail (VRE), Vingroup stocks collectively erased nearly four points from the VN-Index.Other blue chips also performed poorly, adding to market weakness. Notably, PetroVietnam Gas Joint Stock Corporation (GAS) declined 3.2 per cent, ending a five-session rally.On the Hà Nội Stock Exchange, the HNX-Index declined by 0.49 points, or 0.22 per cent, to close at 227.07 points. Total trading value on the northern bourse reached VNĐ1.3 trillion, with over 73 million shares changing hands. — VNS

Liquidity eased slightly from the previous session, while foreign investors continued their net selling trend.

Market ends week with slight decline

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/20/431970_vna_potal_thanh_lap_hiep_hoi_cong_nghiep_ho_tro_tinh_binh_duong_8101456.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The Bình Dương Association of Supporting Industries&nbsp;(BASI) was officially set up on June 19. - VNA Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>BÌNH DƯƠNG - The Bình Dương Association of Supporting Industries&nbsp;(BASI) was officially established on June 19 in Bình Dương New City.Võ Sơn Điền, chief marketing officer at Becamex IDC Corporation&nbsp;and former Chairman of the Young Entrepreneurs Association of Bình Dương Province, was elected as BASI’s first Chairman.Điền said that while the province hosts over 30 industrial parks and more than 4,000 FDI firms, local supporting industry enterprises have lacked a representative organisation to foster technology improvement, trade facilitation and policy advocacy.BASI was formed to meet that need by connecting enterprises with&nbsp;authorities, as well as with foreign partners.BASI was established in cooperation with the Việt Nam Association for Supporting Industries (VASI), which includes over 400 businesses in mechanics, electronics, new materials and automobiles.With VASI’s experience in B2B connecting, international trade fairs, training and consulting, BASI will be a key facilitator of southern Việt Nam’s supporting industries.The domestic supporting industry market is estimated at around US$50 billion. However, most local firms rely on manual labour, imported components and intermediate goods.BASI is expected to promote usage of domestically manufactured components, support businesses in accessing international markets, strengthening linkages and promoting deeper integration into global supply chains.BASI has pledged to support member businesses through workforce training, technical innovation, market expansion and policy engagement.It also plans to host industry conferences, regional forums and business awards.Điền noted that BASI aligns with major government policies in 2025, focusing on economic restructuring, increasing the localisation rate and greater global supply chain integration.Bùi Minh Trí, Deputy Chairman of Bình Dương Provincial&nbsp;People’s Committee, said that the province will continue to solve difficulties, reform administrative procedures and create a favourable environment for businesses to invest in production.He also praised local firms’ resilience amid global economic uncertainties and described BASI’s foundation as a timely initiative to boost competitiveness and localisation rates, positioning Bình Dương as a modern industrial hub. - VNS

The Bình Dương Association of Supporting Industries (BASI) was officially established on June 19 in Bình Dương New City.

Bình Dương sets up supporting industry association

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/20/431945_5196675568857578_kao7vtlx.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>An overview of the online seminar session. — Photo baochinhphu.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam and the US held an online ministerial-level negotiation session to resolve outstanding issues in the ongoing talks for a bilateral agreement on reciprocal trade between the two countries.The session took place on June 19, with the participation of Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Hồng Diên, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.In a constructive and open atmosphere, the ministers exchanged views and focused on solutions to tackle key outstanding issues in the bilateral trade negotiations.Minister Nguyễn Hồng Diên welcomed proposals from the US side, while stressing Việt Nam’s desire for the US to thoroughly consider areas of particular interest to Việt Nam, especially in regard to reciprocal tariff policies and market access for key export products.He also suggested that the two sides jointly develop practical and harmonised rules of origin that reflect the characteristics of global supply chains, ensuring fairness and convenience for businesses in both countries.Secretary Lutnick and Greer appreciated Việt Nam’s goodwill in addressing unresolved issues, saying this provides a basis for the US to consider reciprocal tariff policies that are appropriate to Việt Nam’s specific context.Both US representatives reaffirmed their desire and commitment to accelerating negotiations with Việt Nam, aiming for a mutually beneficial and sustainable agreement.Greer added that the US Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) would soon finalise and send the necessary documents to facilitate further effective discussions between the two sides. — VNS

The ministers exchanged views and focused on solutions to tackle key outstanding issues in the bilateral trade negotiations.

Việt Nam, US push for ministerial-level talks on reciprocal trade

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/13/430407_images2024281_158.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>BRG Group met with the People’s Committee of Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu Province on June 11. The company plans to implement several large investment projects in the province, including an international-class golf course. - Photo baobariavungtau.com.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>BÀ RỊA - VŨNG TÀU - Vietnamese multi-industry company BRG Group has proposed many large investment projects to Bà Rịa – Vũng Tàu Province.On June 11, Nguyễn Văn Thọ, Chairman of the People’s Committee of Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu Province, had a meeting with BRG Group to resolve difficulties in its project implementation process and listen to their new investment proposals.BRG Group proposed a series of large real estate projects in Vũng Tàu City, at Lam Sơn Area (Ward 1), 124-126 Lê Lợi Street (Ward 4), 100 Xô Viết Nghệ Tĩnh Street, land plot 4-6 Thùy Vân (Thắng Tam Ward), as well as a theme park at 262 Lê Lợi Street.BRG Group also would like to develop an international-class golf course in Vũng Tàu, which would contribute to diversifying local tourism products.The company also made several requests related to the company’s High-end Service Complex project at 40 Quang Trung Street, Vũng Tàu City.The nearly 11ha project comprises office buildings, tourist apartments for rent and a five-star hotel by Hilton Vũng Tàu, with a total investment of over VNĐ12.6 trillion (US$483.2 million). It began construction in 2019, and is slated to be finished this year.BRG Group asked for a change in land rent payment methods, adjustments of its detailed planning, and for the province to re-issue the investment permit after the adjustments.Nguyễn Văn Thọ affirmed that the province always welcomes strategic, reputable and capable investors. He pledged to direct relevant departments to quickly help the business resolve difficulties in procedures, land use, planning and legality.BRG Group is one of the leading multi-sector economic groups in Việt Nam, operating in many fields including banking (SeABank), real estate, retail (BRGMart, FujiMart), tourism-hotels and international golf courses.BRG Group and its member company, the National Oil Services Company of Vietnam, are currently implementing many projects in Bà Rịa – Vũng Tàu Province. - VNS &nbsp;

Vietnamese multi-industry company BRG Group has proposed many large investment projects to Bà Rịa – Vũng Tàu Province.

BRG Group proposes investment projects in Bà Rịa – Vũng Tàu

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/13/430467_5190730129521362_sw8y1ddi.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A Petrolimex petrol station in Lâm Đồng Province. Oil and gas stocks led the market's contrarian movement on Friday. — Photo petrolimex.com.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam’s stock market ended the second trading week of June in negative territory, with the benchmark VN-Index falling below the 1,320-point mark due to broad-based selling pressure, despite a liquidity surge to a near one-month high and gains in oil and gas and banking stocks.Selling pressure intensified early on Friday (June 14), dragging the VN-Index to as low as 1,308 points in the morning session. Although the market made a mild recovery attempt later in the day, it remained mired in red throughout the session, mirroring the downbeat sentiment seen across major Asian markets.At the close, the VN-Index lost 7.5 points, or 0.57 per cent, to settle at 1,315.49. Market breadth tilted sharply towards the losers, with 263 stocks declining and only 69 gaining. On the Hochiminh Stock Exchange (HoSE), total trading value soared to VNĐ27.1 trillion (approximately US$1 billion), marking the highest level in nearly a month and a 36.86 per cent increase from the previous session.The market experienced wide intraday swings, with the session’s low nearing 1,304 points. Out of 19 industry groups, 16 posted losses. However, banking, utilities and especially oil and gas stocks managed to hold onto gains, helping cushion the index against deeper losses.Among banking stocks, VietinBank (CTG) stood out, gaining 3.6 per cent at the close and reaching an intraday high of 5.8 per cent in the morning. With trading value exceeding VNĐ946 billion, CTG was the biggest positive contributor to the VN-Index on Friday. Other major bank stocks, including MBBank (MBB), Techcombank (TCB), Vietcombank (VCB), and BIDV (BID), also finished in positive territory, while the majority of remaining banking stocks declined.Oil and gas stocks led the market's contrarian movement. After a morning of consolidation, Petrolimex (PLX) surged to the daily limit, closing at VNĐ37,700 and maintaining this level through to the end of the session. With a trading value of nearly VNĐ202 billion, PLX was one of only two stocks on HoSE to hit the ceiling and the only one in the VN30 basket to do so. It also ranked as the third-highest contributor to the VN-Index.Oil and gas stocks on other exchanges also posted gains, including PetroVietnam Technical Services Corporation (PVS), PetroVietnam Drilling and Well Services Corporation (PVD), Bình Sơn Refining and Petrochemical JSC (BSR), and PetroVietnam Oil Corporation (OIL). The sector was buoyed by geopolitical tensions, particularly Israel’s airstrikes on Iran — one of OPEC’s three largest oil producers — which raised concerns about potential global supply disruptions. Iran currently produces around 3.2 million barrels per day, equivalent to about 3 per cent of global supply.Meanwhile, foreign investors, after a day of mixed trading, ended with a slight net sell of VNĐ98 billion. CTG was the most purchased stock by foreign investors, while they offloaded shares in VIX, FPT Corporation (FPT), and Saigon – Hanoi Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SHB).Despite the unusually high liquidity and some bright spots among leading stocks, profit-taking and cautious investor sentiment continued to weigh on the VN-Index’s short-term outlook. — VNS

The market experienced wide intraday swings, with the session’s low nearing 1,304 points.

VN-Index drops below 1,320 points as oil and gas stocks cushion losses

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/13/430475_thutuong.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính and Borje Ekholm, President and CEO of Ericsson. — VNA/VNS Photo Dương Giang</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>STOCKHOLM — Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính held working sessions with leading Swedish corporations, including Ericsson, H&amp;M, SYRE, and AstraZeneca, in Stockholm on Friday to foster their investment and cooperation with Việt Nam, as part of his official visit to Sweden.Meeting with the Vietnamese leader, Borje Ekholm, President and CEO of Ericsson, stated that the business, founded in 1876, is a Swedish multinational networking and telecommunications company and one of the world’s leading telecom groups, particularly in the field of 5G network infrastructure.Operating in Việt Nam since 1993, Ericsson has provided equipment and solutions for major telecom operators such as Viettel, VNPT, and MobiFone across all generations of mobile technology, including GSM, WCDMA, LTE, and 5G. Currently, Ericsson remains a key telecom equipment provider and a long-term partner of these leading Vietnamese carriers.Ekholm showed his strong desire to continue cooperating with Việt Nam in deploying 5G technology, promoting digital transformation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution to support the Southeast Asian country’s economic growth and innovation.Highly valuing Việt Nam’s commitment and PM Chính’s personal efforts in driving digital transformation, Ekholm noted that Việt Nam is among the first countries to successfully commercialise 5G, backed by highly capable telecom and technology enterprises. He affirmed that Ericsson will continue partnering with Vietnamese partners in talent exchange and 5G-related service deployment, and is prepared to collaborate on 6G initiatives in the future.PM Chính appreciated Ericsson’s strong support and effective cooperation in developing digital infrastructure in Việt Nam, affirming the country's desire to strengthen and deepen its cooperation with Ericsson in the new development phase.He highlighted that Việt Nam is undergoing a profound transformation in its institutional framework, governance, mindset, and vision, particularly in advancing science and technology, innovation, digital transformation and the development of the private economic sector.Affirming that institutional bottlenecks have been resolved, the Vietnamese leader expressed his hope that Ericsson will expand its investment and cooperation in Việt Nam in a stronger, deeper, more comprehensive, and effective manner. He specifically called for accelerating partnership with Vietnamese companies such as Viettel, VNPT, and MobiFone, promoting healthy competition with other partners, and driving breakthrough development in the coming time.PM Chính called on Ericsson to take the lead in piloting new initiatives in innovation and 6G research; support Việt Nam’s artificial intelligence (AI) development through data infrastructure building; strengthen technology transfer; and prioritise helping Vietnamese telecom and tech firms catch up, keep pace, and eventually take the lead in the years ahead.PM Chính said he hopes that Ericsson will continue to be a good partner of Việt Nam in the next 50–100 years, grounded in shared studies, mutual benefits, risk sharing, and innovation-driven growth.Ekholm pledged that Ericsson is fully prepared to help the country "leapfrog" in digitalisation while sidestepping common pitfalls.Earlier the same day, the Vietnamese PM also held working sessions with executives of global fashion retailer H&amp;M and its textile recycling subsidiary SYRE.Susanna Campbell, Chairwoman of SYRE, introduced the company as a joint venture between H&amp;M Group and tech investment firm Vargas, focused on building large-scale textile recycling hubs worldwide. Việt Nam, a strategic priority, has granted SYRE an investment license to construct a hi-tech polyester fabric recycling plant with an investment of nearly US$1 billion in Bình Định Province.Adam Karlsson, CFO of H&amp;M Group, noted that H&amp;M has operated in Việt Nam since 2017, with 13 stores and plans to expand to over 20. Việt Nam has been a key sourcing market for nearly two decades, with H&amp;M now partnering with 103 local factories that employ over 86,800 workers.As H&amp;M and SYRE look to scale up green investments in Việt Nam, they called on the PM to direct continued policy support, particularly in facilitating the import of raw materials for SYRE’s production. They also expressed their desire to transform Việt Nam’s textile industry toward a circular, sustainable model.Congratulating H&amp;M on its success in the Vietnamese market of 100 million people, Chính praised both companies for their pioneering work in building a global circular textile ecosystem, a vision aligned with Việt Nam’s development goals.He encouraged SYRE to position Việt Nam as the world’s first hub for hi-tech, circular textile production, while urging both firms to share expertise, support regulatory frameworks, and prioritise locally sourced materials to bolster Việt Nam’s role as a global textile powerhouse.The PM stressed the need for advanced technologies and certified sustainable materials to ensure environmental protection and the industry’s sustainable development.Campbell and Karlsson expressed their appreciation for the PM’s guidance on the development of the SYRE project in Việt Nam. They affirmed their commitment to advancing the project in line with its stated goals, particularly in fostering circular economy and ensuring environmental sustainability, as directed by the Vietnamese leader.At a meeting with President of AstraZeneca for the Nordic and Swedish markets Emelie Antoni, PM Chính acknowledged the company’s significant contributions to healthcare and pharmaceutical innovation, especially its vital support to Việt Nam during the COVID-19 pandemic.He expressed Việt Nam’s willingness to grant immediate approval for AstraZeneca to invest in pharmaceutical and vaccine production plants in the country, transfer technology, employ Vietnamese workers, and supply medicines and vaccines to the domestic market of 100 million people as well as to the wider region, especially for cancer treatment, and for the prevention and treatment of diseases affecting women, children, and those caused by tropical pathogens.Highlighting Việt Nam’s favourable policies on administrative procedures, clinical trials, and technology transfer, especially for new, hi-tech, and brand-name drugs, vaccines, and orphan drugs, PM Chính suggested AstraZeneca continue its support for enhancing the country’s response to non-communicable diseases (NCDs).He also cleared up the company’s proposals regarding the acceleration of clinical trial approvals, early disease detection, and tailored policies for rare diseases, reiterating the government’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for foreign investors under the principle of “harmonising benefits and sharing risks.”Emelie Antoni noted that AstraZeneca has operated in Việt Nam since 1994 and was officially licensed in 2019 to establish AstraZeneca Việt Nam Co. Ltd., which now employs more than 700 staff nationwide.She commended Việt Nam’s progress in transforming its healthcare system and reaffirmed the country as a strategic market of AstraZeneca. Antoni called for continued policy incentives for the pharmaceutical sector, particularly for rare diseases, and urged for faster clinical trial approval processes to facilitate more effective operations for AstraZeneca and other international pharmaceutical companies in Việt Nam. — VNS

Meeting Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính, Borje Ekholm, President and CEO of Ericsson, stated that the business, founded in 1876, is a Swedish multinational networking and telecommunications company and one of the world’s leading telecom groups, particularly in the field of 5G network infrastructure.

Vietnamese PM works with top Swedish firms to foster investment ties

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/30/427526_5178690764642734_szw4rjz4.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Investors monitor the stock market. — Photo baotintuc.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam’s stock market ended the session on May 30 in negative territory, weighed down by selling pressure, particularly from foreign investors. The benchmark VN-Index dropped by 9.26 points, or 0.69 per cent, to close at 1,332.6 points. Meanwhile, the HNX-Index lost 1.08 points to settle at 223.22.The market experienced strong fluctuations throughout the day. VN-Index opened in the green but quickly reversed course as selling intensified, especially in the afternoon session. Although liquidity improved slightly compared to the previous day, capital flow remained highly selective, with a clear sector rotation, reflecting continued investor caution.Total trading value on the Hochiminh Stock Exchange (HoSE) reached VNĐ22.33 trillion, including VNĐ20.79 trillion matched orders — up 3 per cent from the previous session.Within the VN30 basket, declines dominated with 25 stocks falling and only four advancing.Mobile World Investment Corporation (MWG) dropped by 3.42 per cent, erasing 0.76 points from the VN-Index. VietinBank (CTG) and BIDV (BID) each shaved nearly 0.8 points from the benchmark.Textile and seafood stocks also declined sharply, with HTG down 2.89 per cent, TCM falling 2.75 per cent, VHC retreating 3.8 per cent, and FMC dropping 1.8 per cent. Meanwhile, the seaport and maritime logistics group continued to correct, with HAH down 2.99 per cent, PHP down 2.6 per cent, and VSC falling 2.5 per cent.On the upside, several stocks in the steel and securities sectors helped narrow the market’s losses. Hòa Phát Group (HPG) gained 0.8 per cent, NKG rose 1.5 per cent, and VGS advanced 1.15 per cent. In the securities sector, EVS hit the ceiling price, CTS added 4.13 per cent, and APG gained 2.54 per cent, contributing positively to market sentiment.Foreign investors extended their net selling streak to six sessions, offloading nearly VNĐ1.1 trillion worth of stocks on HoSE. HPG faced the most pressure, with net sales of VNĐ188 billion, followed by MWG and Sacombank (STB), both with over VNĐ100 billion in net outflows. On the other hand, Novaland (NVL) led the net buying side with VNĐ220 billion, followed by Vingroup (VIC) with VNĐ81 billion.Nevertheless, in aggregate, foreign investors remained net buyers for the month of May, with net inflows exceeding VNĐ5 trillion as of mid-month. Analysts noted this as a potential sign of positioning ahead of Việt Nam’s anticipated market upgrade, which could attract significant passive inflows from ETFs and benchmark indices such as the MSCI Emerging Markets and FTSE EM Index over the next 6 to 12 months.To realise an upgrade, Việt Nam will need to continue removing key bottlenecks, including easing foreign ownership limits, implementing same-day settlement (T+0), rolling out omnibus accounts, and expanding the derivatives market.Additionally, the expected listing wave of large-scale enterprises with combined assets of up to US$47 billion — including Vinpearl, TCBS, Highlands Coffee, VNPay, and Bách Hóa Xanh — promises to offer fresh appeal for long-term institutional capital. — VNS

The market experienced strong fluctuations throughout the day.

VN-Index declines at end of May as foreign investors maintain strong net selling

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/30/427510_2025_8064226.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Delegates participate in harvesting lychee.&nbsp;— VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HẢI DƯƠNG&nbsp;— The People's Committee of Hải Dương Province on Friday held a ceremony to start off the lychee season and mark the export of this year's first batch of Thanh Hà lychees.Speaking at the opening ceremony, Trần Văn Quân, vice chairman of the provincial People's Committee, emphasised that along with ensuring safe and quality production, the province continues to focus on trade and product promotion and connecting consumption markets.Immediately after the opening ceremony, the People's Committee of Thanh Hà District coordinated with enterprises to cut the ribbon and export the lychee batch to Japan.On the same day, the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency under the Ministry of Industry and Trade coordinated with the provincial People's Committee to organise a conference to promote the Thanh Hà lychee trade with Vietnamese trade counsellors and foreign enterprises.Trần Văn Hảo, director of the provincial Department of Industry and Trade, said that in addition to the traditional market of China, which consumes about 15,000 - 20,000 tonnes of the fruit, Thanh Hà lychee has been exported to many high-end markets such as the US, Japan, Australia, the UK and the EU.In addition, the average domestic consumption output is about 20,000 tonnes per year.The province will grow about 8,800 hectares of lychee this year, including 2,850 hectares of early lychee and 5,850 hectares of main-season lychee.This year's harvest is expected to yield about 60,000 tonnes, including 32,500 tonnes of early lychee and 27,500 tonnes of main-season lychee. Thanh Hà district alone is expected to harvest about 38,000 tonnes. — VNS

The People's Committee of Thanh Hà District coordinated with enterprises to cut the ribbon and export the lychee batch to Japan.

Thanh Hà exports this season's first batch of lychee to Japan

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/30/427429_5178365469283210_1%20(2).jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese textile, footwear exporters eye target markets — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — In response to shifting global trade dynamics and tariff challenges, Việt Nam’s textile and footwear sectors are actively diversifying their export markets, with a strong focus on destinations that have signed free trade agreements (FTAs) with the country.Trương Văn Cẩm, Vice Chairman of the Việt Nam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS), said many companies are currently prioritising the fulfilment of export orders. However, the industry is also in urgent need of detailed market information to accelerate exports to promising destinations such as Russia, Brazil, Chile, and the Middle East.Phan Thị Thanh Xuân, Vice Chairwoman and General Secretary of the Việt Nam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (Lefaso), noted that changes in trade policy from the US and the European Union are having a significant impact on Vietnamese exporters. To mitigate these effects, businesses are expanding into new markets in South America and the Middle East, where consumer demand is both large and diverse.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/30/427430_5178366611140686_2%20(2).jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese textile, footwear exporters eye target markets — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>This year, the footwear industry continues to target exports to Africa, Asia, Japan, Europe and the US, while also taking initial steps to engage with major e-commerce platforms like Alibaba and Amazon to open new sales channels.To support these efforts, the Việt Nam Trade Promotion Agency under the Ministry of Industry and Trade is helping firms participate in trade promotion activities to broaden their reach, especially in emerging and high-potential markets such as Latin America, Halal markets, India, Russia and the Middle East.A representative of the trade agency noted that most Vietnamese firms are small and lack the resources or experience to join large-scale promotion efforts or to adapt quickly to tariff shifts. Businesses are therefore urged to diversify exports and focus on target markets, optimising FTAs to reduce costs and boost competitiveness in countries like Canada, Australia, Japan, the EU, China, and ASEAN.The agency will continue supporting firms at major trade fairs such as Anuga in Germany, SIAL in France, Canton Fair in China, World Food Moscow, and Trade Expo Indonesia, with logistical and financial backing.Đỗ Ngọc Hưng, Việt Nam’s Trade Counsellor in the US, stressed the need for firms to improve competitiveness, diversify supply chains, and reduce dependence on single-source inputs. He also encouraged full use of new-generation FTAs and urged faster domestic consumption and new FTA negotiations, highlighting Canada as a promising market.Meanwhile, VISTA Vice Chairman Cẩm suggested trade offices regularly update businesses on market trends, US consumer shifts, and trade talks to help exporters adjust strategies. — VNS

This year, the footwear industry continues to target exports to Africa, Asia, Japan, Europe and the US, while also taking initial steps to engage with major e-commerce platforms like Alibaba and Amazon to open new sales channels.

Vietnamese textile, footwear exporters eye target markets

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/23/425790_leasing.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Financial leasing reached nearly VNĐ40.7 trillion (US$1.6 billion) by the end of Q1, representing an increase of 8.4 per cent year-on-year.&nbsp;— Photo baochinhphu.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Financial leasing reached nearly VNĐ40.7 trillion (US$1.6 billion) at&nbsp;the end of the first quarter of this year, representing an increase of 8.4 per cent year-on-year, Vietnam&nbsp;Financial Leasing Association (VFLE) said, urging solutions to promote the role of financial leasing in the economy.The increase comes amid a complicated global landscape,&nbsp;with geopolitical pressures and spiralling trade tensions, but with a robust domestic market with a solid GDP growth of 6.93 per cent in the quarter, supported by strong public investment and a trade surplus of $5 billion.However, the total outstanding lease balance was flat compared to the end of 2024, due to the impact of rising bad debts, the association said.Financial leasing was sound in several categories, such as for cars, up 26.4 per cent to VNĐ8.5 trillion, ships up 79.44 per cent and medical equipment up 50 per cent.Working capital loans expanded by over 40 per cent to VNĐ30 billion, thanks to regulatory easing.The association has set the goal of expanding total leasing outstanding to VNĐ300-500 trillion over the next five years, in line with the Poliburo’s Resolution 68 on private sector development, which represents an annual growth rate of 60-70 per cent.To achieve this goal, the focus should be on increasing long-term financing, especially for small- and medium–sized enterprises (SMEs) in production technology renovation and digital transformation, the association’s General Secretary&nbsp;Phạm Xuân Hòe, said.The focus should also be on green finance with the integration of environment – social – governance (ESG) criteria, he said.It is necessary to diversify funding sources from banks, international partners, bond issuance to improve lending capacity, he added.Hòe&nbsp;called for the development of a financial leasing law within the next 3-5 years, to create a solid legal framework for the sector. — VNS

Financial leasing reached VNĐ40.7 trillion (US$1.6 billion) by Q1, up 8.4 per cent year-on-year, calling for measures to boost its role in the economy.

Policy boost urged as financial leasing hits VNĐ40.7 trillion in Q1

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/23/425837_5172529948532828_exiadwnj.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>An investor monitors the stock market. — Photo hanoimoi.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam’s stock market saw a muted performance on May 23 as liquidity declined and the benchmark index fluctuated within a narrow range, with investors showing renewed caution following a solid upward streak in previous weeks.At the end of the session, the VN-Index edged up by 0.62 points to close at 1,313.46. Trading volume reached nearly 718 million shares, equivalent to more than VNĐ16.89 trillion (US$651.5 million) in value.On the HOSE, 162 stocks advanced, 150 declined and 54 closed flat. Meanwhile, the HNX-Index dropped 0.47 points to 216.32, with over 58.3 million shares traded for a total value of VNĐ1.17 trillion. The northern bourse recorded 72 gainers, 86 losers and 59 unchanged.The VN30 basket showed strong divergence, with 15 gainers, 12 losers and 3 flat stocks. Large-cap stocks contributing positively included GAS (+3.28%), VRE (+1.18%), ACB (+1.17%) and VHM (+1.03%). On the contrary, stocks such as BCM, VCB, BID, CTG, PLX, HPG, MSN and TCB exerted downward pressure, preventing the market from breaking through. Securities and oil &amp; gas stocks continued to fall into the red, weighing on overall sentiment.Foreign investors returned to net selling on HOSE with a total value of over VNĐ141 billion, led by FPT (VNĐ126.22 billion), MSN (VNĐ108.22 billion), MWG (VNĐ88.57 billion) and HCM (VNĐ66.1 billion). On the HNX, they also net sold more than VNĐ44 billion, focusing on PVS (VNĐ19.03 billion) and NTP (VNĐ10.51 billion).Analysts at Saigon-Hanoi Securities JSC (SHS) commented: “In the short term, the VN-Index remains in an upward trend but is facing correction pressure around its previous peak – the highest level reached in March 2025. Selling pressure intensified towards the end of the week, while demand at higher price levels showed signs of weakening.This movement aligns with earlier forecasts and reflects investor caution after a strong rebound, primarily led by VN30 and Vingroup-related stocks. In the short term, the index may retreat to the support zone around 1,300 points.”“Investors should maintain a balanced portfolio, prioritising stocks with solid fundamentals and leading positions in strategic sectors of the economy. New disbursements should be selective and tied to the real growth potential of businesses,” SHS advised. — VNS

At the end of the session, the VN-Index edged up by 0.62 points to close at 1,313.46. Trading volume reached nearly 718 million shares, equivalent to more than VNĐ16.89 trillion (US$651.5 million) in value.

Market slows as VN-Index struggles near previous peak

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/22/424824_5169247432470473_Masan%20Meat%20Deli.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The pork processing line of the Masan MEATDeli. Masan Group has offered multiple exit routes including IPOs and trade sales for its investors. — VNA/VNS Vũ Sinh</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>By Mai HươngAs Việt Nam positions itself as a leading destination for private capital in Southeast Asia, investors and founders now all care about one thing: a clear and reliable exit strategy.Industry experts said that while Việt Nam’s start-up scene is buzzing and its economy remains one of the most dynamic in the region, private capital will only continue to flow if investors are assured of viable returns.In other words, it’s not enough to enter the market with enthusiasm – there must be a way out.According to Michael H. Nguyễn, deputy CEO of Masan Group, investors don’t just look at the entry point, they care even more about how and when they can exit.Over the past 17 years Masan has raised over US$2 billion from a blend of strategic and financial investors, Nguyễn said during a recent panel on pathways to exits in Việt Nam.He attributed this achievement to Masan’s unwavering commitment to building trust with investors, offering multiple exit routes including IPOs and trade sales.“What makes us proud is that most of those investors have come back to invest again," he said."That shows they believe they can generate returns – which requires a clear path to exit. It’s a credible path that any investor should seriously consider when looking at Việt Nam.”Nguyễn said Masan offered three main exit options for investors: secondary sales, strategic sales (like Singha’s stake in KKR), and IPOs, such as Masan Group’s listing. "While IPOs remain a viable option,the market is more challenging now."This view is shared by Lê Hoài Vy, general partner at Do Venture and chairperson of the Vietnam Private Capital Agency (VPCA), a strong voice for enhancing Việt Nam’s investment landscape.She believes Việt Nam is at a pivotal moment. For the first time, the government is demonstrating a strong and clear will to support innovation and startup growth.However, she warned that a lack of high-profile exit success stories in recent years held the ecosystem back.“There’s a great deal of investor interest, but without successful exits, especially in the last three to four years, reinvestment becomes harder,” Vy said.“We need to create more exit stories like we once had with Thế Giới Di Động (Mobile World). That builds momentum, credibility and trust in the market.”<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/22/424825_5169250516696253_thegioididong.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A Mobile World saleswoman introduces a mobile phone to a customer. The high-profile IPO of Mobile World in 2014 has boosted investor confidence in realising returns on their investments. — Photo thegioididong.com</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>The Vietnam Innovation and Capital Report 2025, released last month by the Việt Nam Private Capital Agency (VPCA), National Innovation Centre (NIC), and Boston Consulting Group (BCG), said in 2024 the country drew nearly $2.3 billion across 141 foreign-funded innovation deals.Although total investment fell by 17 per cent compared to the previous year, this was modest relative to the 35 per cent global decline, reflecting Việt Nam’s resilience and growing appeal.The report pointed out key growth drivers such as strong GDP growth at 7.1 per cent in 2024 (higher than most Asian economies), rising foreign investment, an expanding middle class expected to reach 46 per cent of the population by 2030, and a digital economy aiming to grow from 18.3 per cent to 35 per cent of GDP by 2030.According to Chris Milliken, a partner in Baker McKenzie Vietnam, Việt Nam is at a promising turning point. It can learn from developed capital markets like the US, the UK, Hong Kong (China), Japan, and South Korea.Although these markets have different systems, they share common goals of protecting investors and ensuring liquidity.Milliken said Việt Nam should adopt global best practices in building its capital market rules. For instance, introducing a takeover code or easing regulations on share offerings and private placements could bring more clarity.“What investors value most is consistency and clear rules. If Việt Nam aligns with international standards, it will lower the entry barrier for investors and quickly close the gap between them and local companies,” he added.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/22/424823_5169244279754028_IPO.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Speakers at the panel discussion. — VNS Photo Mai Hương</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Indeed, the problem is structural. Though notable players like MoMo and Base.vn are gaining traction, the Vietnamese capital markets still present barriers. Strict listing regulations, especially for technology companies that may not yet be profitable, are a key obstacle.Chairperson Vy pointed out that while manufacturing firms have physical assets and predictable profits, tech startups would operate on a different timeline.“Look at Amazon – it took over a decade to become profitable,” she said.“We need pilot schemes that allow pioneering tech companies to access the IPO market, even if they are not yet profitable but show strong growth and robust balance sheets.”The consequences of inaction are visible.As Vy noted, many foreign funds still lack a deep understanding of Việt Nam and remain cautious. If they cannot envision a clear exit within 5–10 years, they may simply redirect their capital elsewhere.According to Nguyễn of Masan Group, there are reasons for optimism nonetheless. Việt Nam boasts a young, educated, and increasingly experienced workforce. He reflected on the transformation within Masan, where the once predominantly foreign-led leadership has been replaced by local talent.“When I joined, 80 per cent of our group-level staff came from overseas. Now, it’s mostly young, talented Vietnamese professionals,” he said. “That’s a huge shift – and it gives me hope.”Experts also believe Việt Nam can become a regional hub for private equity and venture capital by strengthening legal infrastructure and fostering a culture of transparency. Doing so would not only benefit current companies but create an upward spiral – where early-stage investors exit successfully and reinvest their capital into the next generation of start-ups.“Investment isn’t just about money,” Vy said.“It’s about mentorship, partnership, and long-term commitment. But at the end of the day, every fund needs to exit. If we can build a clear path for that, Việt Nam will become one of the most attractive markets in the region.” BIZHUB/VNS

Experts emphasised that Việt Nam’s startup scene is thriving, but private capital will only flow if investors see viable returns.

Clear exit strategies key to unlocking private capital

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/423417_vna_potal_le_trao_giai_thuong_bao_son_2024_8026085.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Professor Nguyễn Đình Đức (centre) receives the Bảo Sơn Prize, a recognition granted to outstanding scientific achievements with high practical value, on Sunday.— VNA/VNS Photo Hoàng Hiếu</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Professor Nguyễn Đình Đức from the University of Engineering and Technology under Việt Nam National University, Hà Nội (VNU), has been awarded the prestigious Bảo Sơn Prize, a recognition granted to outstanding scientific achievements with high practical value.Đức received the prize, following decades of study, for his research cluster titled 'Advanced Research and Application of Three-Phase Composite Materials and Structures in Engineering'.The work is the culmination of over 30 years of persistent research and practical application.His journey began in the 1990s at the Composite Materials Laboratory of the Mechanical Engineering Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences – then one of the world’s most advanced research centres in composite materials.Through tireless efforts, Đức discovered a new three-phase carbon-carbon composite structure with a spatial configuration, offering extraordinary mechanical and thermal resistance while remaining ultra-lightweight.The innovation has played a crucial role in both industrial and national defence sectors, especially in missile technology.His discovery answered longstanding questions in the field, where many physicists and materials scientists had struggled to enhance the mechanical and physical performance of composite materials.In addition, Đức’s research successfully modelled the interaction between the matrix, fibres and particles within the composite.The derived analytical formulas for calculating elastic moduli allow researchers to design custom composites with desired physical and mechanical properties by adjusting the initial parameters.Based on extensive theoretical and experimental results, he demonstrated that incorporating particles, especially those at the nanoscale significantly reduces voids and enhances performance characteristics such as elasticity, heat resistance and durability, while minimising plastic and creep deformation and increasing the life of the material.In 2012, Đức partnered with the Shipbuilding Research Institute at Nha Trang University to successfully apply a three-phase polymer-based composite, enhanced with titanium oxide particles, to waterproof ship engine girders.The work was granted a national patent in 2016.Leveraging the scientific advances, the institute dramatically improved product quality and competitiveness.It has produced over 60 vessels and various composite-based equipment for the fisheries logistics sector so far, achieving revenues of more than VNĐ300 billion (US$11.6 million).Đức has also conducted in-depth studies on the vibration, static stability and dynamic behaviour of plate and shell structures made from three-phase composites.The structures are applicable across diverse sectors, including construction, shipbuilding, solar energy, aviation, aerospace and other environments involving complex interactions of heat, electricity and magnetism.New research schoolAccording to the Bảo Sơn Prize Council in 2024, Đức’s spatially structured three-phase composite research stands out for its scientific depth, intellectual richness and real-world applicability, solidifying Việt Nam’s position in the global advanced materials research landscape.The council also highlighted the significance of his long-standing work. Not only has it delivered outstanding scientific and practical results, but it has also laid the foundation for a distinct Vietnamese research school in three-phase composites, gaining international recognition and respect within the global scientific community.In the field of three-phase composite research alone, Đức has successfully supervised many PhD candidates.His students continue to advance applications in modern shipbuilding and other key industrial areas in Việt Nam.Over his academic career, Đức has published nearly 400 scientific papers, including more than 220 articles in ISI-indexed international journals.Of these, over 30 publications relate to three-phase composites, with more than 20 appearing in leading ISI journals.Since 2019, he has been consistently ranked among the top 10,000 scientists worldwide for impactful publications and citations, reaching 78th in Engineering and Technology globally in 2024.He is also a member of the editorial boards for several ISI-listed international scientific journals.Receiving the prize, Đức described the award as a profound encouragement and motivation for himself and his colleagues to continue striving for new scientific heights and delivering research that serves the people and the country.Talking about his plans ahead, Đức intends to focus on next-generation materials such as pentagraphene, auxetics and composites reinforced with carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene – the materials that significantly enhance mechanical strength, thermal and electrical conductivity.His goal is to develop solutions for electronics, renewable energy, data storage, aerospace, and the integration of artificial intelligence into engineering applications.“High-level scientific research can be deeply relevant to everyday life,” Đức said.“When scientists immerse themselves in real-world problems, their research becomes truly impactful for the community,” he added. — VNS

Professor Nguyễn Đình Đức from the University of Engineering and Technology received the Bảo Sơn Prize for his research cluster titled 'Advanced Research and Application of Three-Phase Composite Materials and Structures in Engineering'.

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<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/412628_ktnurs.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A nursery at the Ngọc Linh Kon Tum Ginseng Joint Stock Company in Kon Tum Province. – VNA/VNS Cao Nguyên</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>KON TUM – Kon Tum Province is expanding Ngọc Linh ginseng cultivation and improving its value to improve farmers' incomes.The Tây Nguyên (Central Highlands) locality&nbsp;aims to plant an additional 1,578ha of the plant this year, bringing the total area to 4,500ha.Of the 1,578ha, 60ha will be planted by farmers in Đăk Glei and Tu Mơ Rông districts and the rest by companies such as Ngọc Linh Kon Tum Ginseng Joint Stock Company, Vingin Joint Stock Company, Sâm Ngọc Linh Tu Mơ Rông Kon Tum Joint Stock Company, and Đăk Tô Forestry Single Member Limited Company.They plan to grow over 15.2 million Ngọc Linh ginseng seedlings this year, ensuring they meet the planting target set by local authorities.To achieve its plans, the province has adopted several measures like urging enterprises to speed up planting and facilitate leasing of forest lands for growing medicinal herbs.Kon Tum is Việt Nam’s largest Ngọc Linh ginseng-growing locality, with most of the cultivation taking place in Tu Mơ Rông District.Over the years both the district and the province have made significant efforts to transform the plant, dubbed a national treasure, into a key economic asset.The cultivation of Ngọc Linh ginseng not only generates economic benefits but also contributes to the conservation and expansion of natural forests.In Kon Tum, the plant is grown beneath trees in special-use, protective and production forests, according to its Department of Agriculture and Environment.Discovered in 1973, Ngọc Linh ginseng has been cultivated on thousands of hectares in the Ngọc Linh mountain range in Quảng Nam and Kon Tum provinces.Once a secret remedy used by the Xê Đăng ethnic group, it has now become a key economic crop, helping ethnic&nbsp;communities improve their livelihoods.This rare medicinal plant thrives at an altitude of 1,500m&nbsp;in primary forests with 70-90 per cent canopy coverage, average temperatures of 14-18 degrees Celsius and humidity levels of 85-90 per cent.Võ Trung Mạnh, chairman of the Tu Mơ Rông People's Committee, said the district has 2,800ha under the plant."Over the past five years this valuable crop has helped around 2,000 ethnic minority households escape poverty and enabled hundreds of families to achieve prosperity."Many Xê Đăng ethnic households in Tu Mơ Rông have obtained loans to help cultivate the plant, and currently grow more than 84ha of it, with some even becoming millionaires as a result.The district has prioritised Ngọc Linh ginseng as a key crop for poverty alleviation and economic development.It has leveraged various funding sources to reforest barren hills in buffer zones for ginseng cultivation. Hundreds of hectares of buffer zone forests have been established, helping maintain the cool climate essential for growing ginseng.A Ngôm of Đăk Dơn village in Măng Ri Commune is growing 1,000 Ngọc Linh ginseng plants, which are thriving.The farm, his family’s most valuable asset, has helped them escape poverty.He hopes that as the farm expands, they will achieve greater prosperity and be able to afford a car.The district has also introduced ginseng garden tourism services, allowing farmers to sell their ginseng at higher prices while enabling visitors to witness the plant’s natural habitat and buy genuine products.A Xây, a ginseng farmer in Tê Xăng Commune, said many tourists&nbsp;from Hà Nội, HCM City, Bình Dương Province, and elsewhere visit local farms."Tourists can personally select and buy high-quality Ngọc Linh ginseng at reasonable prices. Their visits provide local farmers with additional incomes."The pristine forest along the Ngọc Linh Mountain range has attracted thousands of visitors in recent years, drawn by its fresh, cool air and ancient trees.Its ginseng has been developed into various products catering to different consumer groups.Once a luxury reserved for the wealthy, it is now available in more affordable forms such as energy drinks and tea. Premium products made from it include honey, bird's nest drink, extract, and liquor.In June 2016 the province’s Ngọc Linh ginseng root was granted a geographical indication certificate by the National Office of Intellectual Property.To protect the brand name, the province has called for relevant agencies to strengthen the management of ginseng varieties.The genetic identification of ginseng seedlings is reinforced to control the number of seeds harvested annually.Nguyễn Văn Nam, head of the local Forest Protection Sub-department, said the province has prioritised the focused development of medicinal plants, with Ngọc Linh ginseng as the key one."Our goal is to establish Kon Tum as a national medicinal hub and a major pharmaceutical production centre by 2025, with 4,500ha of Ngọc Linh ginseng and 10,000ha of other medicinal plants." – VNS&nbsp;<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/412629_ktcom.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A ginseng root brought to the Ngọc Linh Ginseng Competition in Kon Tum Province’s Tu Mơ Rông District in 2023. The competition was organised for the first time by the district People's Committee to promote the precious ginseng and enhance its value. – VNA/VNS Photo Khoa Chương</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Kon Tum Province is expanding Ngọc Linh ginseng cultivation and improving its value to improve farmers' incomes.

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