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Hanoi hotel denies guest check-in; unrelated hotels suffer 1-star backlash

A viral video of a Hanoi hotel denying a guest check-in sparked outrage online. Unfortunately, other unrelated hotels with similar names are suffering from false 1-star reviews and reputational damage.

Eighth ministerial trade negotiation held between Vietnam and the US

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer have held a ministerial-level negotiation on the bilateral trade reciprocity agreement between Vietnam and the United States.

Experts urge caution in Vietnam’s gold taxation strategy

As gold prices in Vietnam climb past US$6,300 per tael, the government considers new tax measures and their broader market impact.

Vietnam must abandon old growth models to escape middle-income trap

Outdated strategies and institutional inertia threaten Vietnam’s bid for long-term, innovation-driven growth.

Taxpayers want to apply new family-circumstance deduction from 2025

The personal deduction level of VND15.5 million per month is considered appropriate for the 2025 tax year, but if not implemented soon, it will quickly become outdated, experts say.

Mystery apartment in high-rise stays dark all year

Amid the dazzling lights of the urban area, one apartment has remained unlit for three years. Behind it lies a hidden corner of the luxury apartment segment that has been in “hibernation” for years.

Real estate tycoons: some have big debts, others pocket huge profits

The contrasting business results of real estate companies show clear signs of market divergence.

Northern Vietnam’s farming villages thrive on e-commerce

From waiting for middlemen to mastering livestreams, remote farming communities in northern Vietnam are embracing e-commerce to sell their traditional products nationwide.

CMC & Signal Corps forge strategic alliance grounded in discipline & innovation

At a recent ceremony held at the Signal Officer School in Khanh Hoa, CMC Corporation and the Signal Corps signed a strategic cooperation agreement focused on education and training, scientific research, and applied technology deployment.

Four records set as Vietnam hosts first-ever world tea fest 2025

The World Tea Fest 2025, Vietnam’s first international-scale tea festival, officially opened in Lam Dong province on November 11, promising a month-long celebration of tea culture.

Red River Delta trade promotion fair opens in Hung Yen

A trade promotion fair for localities in the Red River Delta opened on November 10 in the northern province of Hung Yen, aiming to foster regional connectivity, promote sustainable development and enhance brand of regional products.

Foreign investors ready to pour capital into HCM City

Many foreign businesses have expressed their readiness to invest in Ho Chi Minh City, provided that administrative procedures are simplified and handled more efficiently.

Vietnam’s tea exports hit nearly 12,000 tonnes in October

Vietnam’s tea exports in October were estimated at nearly 12,000 tonnes, worth 20.9 million USD, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has reported.

PM spotlights solidarity, cooperation, dialogue at annual business forum

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh addressed the annual Vietnam Business Forum (VBF) 2025 in Hanoi on November 10, underscoring the spirit of “solidarity for strength, cooperation for mutual benefit, and dialogue for trust building”.

Wind power companies on brink as dispatch restrictions threaten revenue

Vietnam’s renewable energy sector faces uncertainty as wind producers warn of financial collapse.

Ho Chi Minh City eyes regional wood hub status with green push

Ho Chi Minh City is poised to become a Southeast Asian powerhouse in wood and furniture production and exports, provided that companies ramp up green practices, branding and innovation, industry insiders said.

New land prices from 2026 must avoid shocks to households and developers

Rising land values can boost revenue and fairness but require careful rollout to avoid disruptions.

From Vietnam to Amazon: How Sunhouse is rethinking exports

With ESG, logistics innovation, and product localization, the Vietnamese brand is future-proofing for global markets.

Vietnam seafood exports hit record $1.14bil. in October

According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Vietnam’s seafood exports in October 2025 reached approximately $1.14 billion, marking a slight increase compared to the same period last year.

From street snack to export star: coconut jelly hits 27 countries

Coconut jelly, once a humble Vietnamese dessert, is now reaching 27 countries thanks to high-tech processing and a shift toward healthy living.