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This policy change follows the rapid expansion of e-commerce, which has led to a significant rise in low-value imported goods. According to the Department of Vietnam Customs, in 2023, the total value of such imports (under VND1 million) via express delivery services amounted to VND27.7 trillion. With a 10% VAT rate applied, the State budget stands to gain an estimated VND2.7 trillion annually.

Women are at the helm of over 20% of businesses in Vietnam, with the rate of women-led or owned businesses expected to reach at least 30% by 2030. In line with Vietnam’s net zero commitments by 2050, many female entrepreneurs are leading efforts in sustainable production, waste reduction, and green supply chains.

The global automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation, driven by new technologies, shifting consumer preferences and growing environmental concerns. The rise of electric and self-driving vehicles is creating a demand for new skills and expertise in the automotive workforce. Meanwhile, software and electronics companies have already achieved success with many projects in the automotive sector.

Agriculture tourism (agritourism) and rural tourism in Việt Nam, where tourists can engage in farm activities, have been attracting many visitors, helping local farmers increase their incomes and enhance the quality of Vietnamese agricultural products. The trend of agricultural and rural tourism is not only growing in many countries worldwide but is particularly suitable for Việt Nam, a country with vast agricultural land where over 62.7 per cent of the population lives in rural areas.

Vietnam’s property market is expanding rapidly, but legal challenges are becoming more complex. From hidden clauses in lease agreements to disputes over land use rights, investors and business owners face real risks that can lead to financial loss. That’s why we’re bringing together top industry experts to help you navigate these legal and financial challenges.

Vietnam's rubber industry is poised for strong growth in 2025, driven by rising rubber prices, expanding production, and increased export opportunities, despite potential challenges from global trade policies and shifting market dynamics. As global trade dynamics continue to evolve, Vietnam’s rubber industry remains well-positioned to leverage rising prices, supply constraints in competing markets, and increasing demand from key trade partners.

In 2025, Vietnam's textile and garment industry targets US$47-48 billion in export revenue, a US$3-4 billion increase from last year. To achieve this, businesses must expand markets and secure a proactive raw material supply while meeting strict standards on transparency, sustainability and labor compliance from key importers like the U.S. and the EU.

Việt Nam’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) has risen by 7.2 per cent year-on-year in the first two months of 2025, according to the Ministry of Finance's General Statistics Office. In February, the IIP saw a significant year-on-year increase of 17.2 per cent, though it experienced a month-on-month decline of 2.2 per cent, largely due to the timing of the Lunar New Year celebrations, which in 2024 took place entirely in February.