Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade proposes stiff penalties for rooftop solar projects that bypass regulations or fail to report capacity details.

New electricity pricing reforms aim to attract investment and ensure energy security in Vietnam’s power sector.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade is drafting a scheme on diversifying imported raw material sources for domestic production, with feedback from industry associations and businesses being incorporated into concrete proposals and support policies.

In 2024, Vietnam’s import-export sector rebounded strongly, supported by a more favourable macroeconomic environment, concerted efforts by the Government, ministries, and sectors, as well as the resilience of the business community.

The 'V-Brands Go Global' program will help transform Vietnamese products into global icons.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has identified a range of factors behind the recent closure of over 5,500 shops and small businesses along city streets and at traditional markets across Vietnam.

The initiative is expected to unlock new opportunities for traditional vendors, helping them improve business capabilities, align with the national digitalisation trend and contribute to the robust growth of e-commerce in Vietnam.

“In the past, I noticed that many investors were selected. But after being selected, they waited for the right time to ride the wave and profit from price differences. This is extremely dangerous,” Minister Nguyen Hong Dien warned.