EconomyVietnam
Vietnam’s 2026 GDP growth forecast lifted to 7.4 per cent
The World Bank expects manufacturing, exports and expanded public investment to support growth, but warns of risks if global AI demand falls.
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- EV & MobilityVietnam
Vingroup and Alstom sign deal for 200 Hanoi metro trainsets
Alstom will manufacture the first 83 trainsets in France and provide technology and components to support production of the remaining 117 in Vietnam.
- TravelVietnam
Phu Quoc airport development plan revised for APEC 2027
The approved changes include additional taxiways, expanded aircraft parking and support facilities, with land needs put at about 1,040.43ha.
- Business & CompaniesVietnam
Samsung Electro-Mechanics plans US$1.85 billion plant expansion in Vietnam
The Vietnam subsidiary aims to finish construction and start operations by June 2030 as part of a wider semiconductor substrate investment programme.
- Business & CompaniesVietnam
German-owned projects in Vietnam total an estimated US$3.7 billion
AHK Vietnam says 620 projects have generated at least 55,000 direct jobs, while German businesses are expanding into engineering and digital services.
- HeritageVietnam
Da Nang Museum receives 88 excavated artefacts, including possible eighth-century statue
The finds came from two Nguyen Dynasty defence sites. The museum plans further research, exhibitions and digital access.
Vietnam leads ASEAN-6 car sales growth as electrified vehicles gain share
About 291,000 vehicles were sold in Vietnam in the first half of 2026, placing it fourth among the six markets tracked by PwC.
Malaysia defeat leaves Vietnam fourth in FIFA ASEAN Cup group
Fergus Tierney scored Malaysia's winner, while Vietnam had a penalty decision overturned following a VAR review.
- FoodVietnam
Hoi An festival puts new banh mi recipes to a public vote
The event at Bel Marina Hoi An Resort featured regional sandwich variations, including shrimp-patty and braised pork leg fillings.
Malaysia beat Vietnam to finish third at FIFA ASEAN Cup
Second-half substitute Fergus Tierney scored the only goal, while a Vietnam penalty award was overturned after a VAR review.
