VIETNAM'S REGISTERED FDI JUMPS 58 PER CENT IN FIRST SEVEN MONTHS
Vietnam attracted $38.06 billion in registered foreign direct investment during the first seven months of 2026, up 58 per cent on-year, according to the National Statistics Office on August 3. The figure includes newly registered capital, additional investment for existing projects, as well as capital contributions and share acquisitions.
VIETNAM SEES RECORD CAPITAL INFLOWS ALONGSIDE SHARP RISE IN BUSINESS CLOSURES
Vietnam's business sector presented a striking tale of two contrasting trends during the first seven months of 2026. While newly registered capital surged by more than 63 per cent, the market also underwent an unprecedented wave of consolidation, with the number of dissolved businesses jumping nearly 119 per cent.
NINH THUAN 1 NUCLEAR PLANT WILL REQUIRE MORE THAN 2,000 PERSONNEL
Vietnam Electricity has estimated that over 2,000 personnel will be required for the Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Project, with the two generating units scheduled to be commissioned between 2030 and 2035. The information was shared at the seventh National Conference on Nuclear Regulation, jointly organised by the Vietnam Agency for Radiation and Nuclear Safety (VARANS) under the Ministry of Science and Technology and Quang Ninh People's Committee, on July 30.
MANUFACTURING GROWTH STRENGTHENED IN JULY
The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose to 52.9 points in July, up from 51.8 points in June and signalling a solid monthly improvement in the health of the sector. Business conditions have now strengthened in 13 consecutive months, with the latest improvement the most pronounced since February.
VIETNAM CHARTS NEW COURSE FOR MARITIME INDUSTRIAL ECOSYSTEM
The conclusion of Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, set out in Notice No.125-TB/VPTW dated July 18, marks a new approach to the development of Vietnam’s maritime industry, with the aim of building a comprehensive maritime industrial ecosystem, strengthening national self-reliance, and supporting the country’s ambition to become a strong maritime nation.
VIETNAM’S SEVEN-MONTH TRADE REACHES $659.58 BILLION AS DEFICIT WIDENS
The National Statistics Office reported on August 3 that total export-import turnover reached $659.58 billion during the period, up 28.1 per cent on-year. Exports increased by 21.7 per cent, while imports rose by a faster 34.8 per cent. The widening gap between export and import growth reflected stronger demand for raw materials, machinery, equipment, and other goods used for manufacturing and investment activities.
REGIONAL LOGISTICS ADVANCES PROCESSING INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT
As competition intensifies and supply chains become more demanding, logistics is no longer just a transportation function but a key factor in economic competitiveness. For Dak Lak, home to the largest agricultural and forestry raw material base in the Central Highlands, developing regional logistics is creating new opportunities to expand deep-processing industries, increase product value, and attract high-quality investment.
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