<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/19/473060_5354100799131848_7-9975.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietjet's inaugural flight to Long Thành International Airport. — Photo qdnd.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — The new-generation carrier Vietjet Air on December 19 marked two major milestones at the newly inaugurated Long Thành International Airport in the southern province of Đồng Nai with the topping-out ceremony of its international-standard aircraft maintenance hangar project and the launch of its inaugural flight to the new airport.The hangar project, which broke ground on August 19,&nbsp;forms part of the Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering Centre at Long Thành, with a total investment of up to US$100 million and a land area of 8.4 hectares. The construction of Hangars No. 3 and No. 4 has been designed, managed, and supervised by international firms Mace (the UK) and Apave (France).Completed on schedule in just four months, the project features a large-span steel space-frame structure that meets global aviation technical standards. Once operational, the hangar complex will be capable of accommodating and maintaining up to six narrow-body and two wide-body aircraft simultaneously, or up to ten narrow-body aircraft.The project is expected to play an important role in enhancing domestic technical capacity, reducing overseas maintenance costs, improving fleet operational efficiency, and generating additional jobs and economic value for Việt Nam’s southern region.Alongside infrastructure development, Vietjet operated its inaugural flight to Long Thành International Airport. Flight VJ038, operated by an Airbus A321neo, departed from Tân Sơn Nhất Airport and landed safely, comfortably, and on schedule at Long Thành. — VNA/VNS&nbsp;

Vietjet on Friday operated its inaugural flight to Long Thành International Airport. Flight VJ038, operated by an Airbus A321neo, departed from Tân Sơn Nhất Airport and landed safely, comfortably, and on schedule at Long Thành.

Vietjet tops out hangar, launches first flight to Long Thành airport

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/20/473090_5354551176141727_image.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>he ADB-BIDV package will provide sub-loans to agribusinesses engaged in sustainable agricultural production, climate adaptation, and resource efficiency. VNA Illustrative photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>&nbsp;HÀ NỘI –&nbsp;The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Việt Nam (BIDV) have signed a US$250 million syndicated financing package to promote sustainable agriculture in Việt Nam and support women-owned small- and medium-sized enterprises (WSMEs).According to ADB, to realise its goal of becoming one of the world’s top 15 agricultural exporters by 2030, Việt Nam will need substantial capital, estimated at nearly $100 billion. The newly signed $250 million loan package represents part of the solution to this challenge.The financing package is a joint effort by multiple international institutions, with ADB acting as the lead arranger. It comprises $100 million from ADB’s ordinary capital resources; $20 million from the Canadian Climate and Nature Fund for the Private Sector in Asia (CANPA); a $50 million syndicated parallel loan from Japan International Cooperation Agency; and an $80 million syndicated commercial parallel loan from several other banks.The package will provide sub-loans to agribusinesses engaged in sustainable agricultural production, climate adaptation, and resource efficiency. It will also help BIDV develop new financial products that promote green and inclusive lending, enhance credit assessment for agriculture, and expand access to finance for WSMEs in rural areas.The financing is accompanied by technical assistance that will strengthen BIDV’s capacity in environmental and risk management. It will enhance the skills of BIDV staff and clients to identify and capitalise on sustainable agriculture investment opportunities, and raise awareness of sustainable agriculture finance.“This transaction represents an important milestone in ADB’s partnership with BIDV and in promoting climate-smart, inclusive growth in Việt Nam’s agriculture sector,” said ADB Country Director for Việt Nam Shantanu Chakraborty. “By blending commercial and concessional capital and providing technical assistance, this project will help strengthen BIDV’s capacity to serve farmers and agribusinesses, especially women entrepreneurs, while supporting Việt Nam’s transition toward a green and resilient economy.”BIDV Executive Vice President Phạm Vũ&nbsp;Thiên Nga said BIDV would strengthen its support for customers in developing sustainable agricultural models and expand access to finance for women and business owners in rural areas, thereby contributing to the Vietnamese economy’s inclusive and resilient economic growth.VNA/VNS

The package will provide sub-loans to agribusinesses engaged in sustainable agricultural production, climate adaptation, and resource efficiency.

ADB, BIDV support Việt Nam’s green agriculture with $250 million financing package

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/18/472112_long%20thanh.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Runway No. 1 at Long Thành International Airport, a centrepiece of Việt Nam’s massive nationwide investment drive in mega infrastructure projects aimed at building momentum for long-term growth. — VNA/VNS Photo Công Phong</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>2025 has been marked by a sweeping wave of mega projects rolled out nationwide, as the Vietnamese Government pushes ahead with restructuring the country’s development space to lay the foundation for double-digit economic growth in the next phase.Within less than 12 months, Việt Nam has witnessed three nationwide waves of project launches and completions, from April through December, with combined investment running into the quadrillions of Vietnamese đồng.The opening wave came on April 19, marking the 50th anniversary of national reunification, with 80 major projects launched or inaugurated, for total investment of about VNĐ445 trillion (US$16.9 billion).Four months later, around 250 projects and total investment of nearly VNĐ1.28 quadrillion were kicked off across 34 provinces and cities on August 19 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Day.The final push is on December 19 when 234 projects with a total investment of VNĐ3.4 quadrillion are launched, inaugurated or opened to mark the kick-off of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Việt Nam.Ranging from expressways and airports to power and digital infrastructure systems, key projects include the Olympic Sports Urban Area in Hà Nội, the inauguration of several works and the launch of the first commercial flight under Phase 1 of Long Thành International Airport, and the groundbreaking of component 1 of the Lào Cai–Hà Nội–Hải Phòng railway.Other highlights include the start of construction on the Red River landscape boulevard in Hà Nội, the Hòa Phát Dung Quất railway and steel production project in Quảng Ngãi, Tân Phú–Bảo Lộc expressway in Lâm Đồng, and the inauguration and technical opening of the eastern North–South expressway section linking Cần Thơ, Hậu Giang and Cà Mau.Additional milestones include the inauguration of Huế International General Hospital, the groundbreaking of the Youth Cultural Centre project in HCM City, and the launch of the first phase of an urban rail line in the Phú Quốc special administrative zone.By December 19, Việt Nam is expected to have completed or technically opened just over 3,500 kilometres of expressways nationwide, exceeding the target of bringing at least 3,000 km into operation by the end of 2025 towards a network of 5,000 km of expressways by 2030.An additional 250 km of coastal road network is expected to be completed in 2025, lifting the total length in operation to around 1,700 km, stretching from Quảng Ninh in the north to Kiên Giang in the south, and forming a new development corridor along the coast.Message for the future<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/18/472114_quang%20ngai.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Workers speed up final works for the launch of Quảng Ngãi-Hoài Nhơn Expressway on December 19. — VNA/VNS Photo Quốc Khánh</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Behind those striking figures lies a clear message that 2025 is a year to build momentum for next-phase growth with a more integrated regional and national infrastructure network.The 13th National Party Congress, in its strategic vision through 2030–45, identified the development of a modern, integrated infrastructure system as one of three strategic breakthroughs, alongside institutional reform and the development of high-quality human resources.Developing infrastructure systems has become pressing as infrastructure today extends beyond transport and energy to include digital, smart and urban systems which are seen as critical to enhance the national competitiveness in the new era.Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính said the nationwide groundbreaking and inauguration events aimed to create momentum and inspiration as well as lay the groundwork for double-digit economic growth in the coming years.These mega projects are designed to form an integrated regional and national network rather than just filling in the gaps.New expressways have shortened travel times, reduced logistics costs and strengthened regional connectivity while investment in seaports, airports and logistics centres is expected to enhance Việt Nam’s position in regional and global supply chains and provide an important foundation for the goal of becoming a developed economy by 2045.“Infrastructure investment is not only an investment for today, but for the long term," PM Chính stressed, noting that each bridge, road or airport completed now can open up new development opportunities for next generations.Private sector roleAt the year-end event marked with VNĐ3.4 quadrillion investment, the State no longer plays the dominant role in financing but a catalyst with just 18 per cent of the total investment while the rest is raised from the private sector, reflecting a structural shift in development thinking.As private capital takes on a larger role, the private sector has become a long-term investor and strategic partner, which requires a more transparent, stable and disciplined institutional environment to prevent today’s massive investment from becoming tomorrow’s burden, and instead a foundation for growth.The World Bank estimated that Việt Nam needs more than $334 billion for infrastructure development in 2026-31 period, in which the public investment could meet only half of the number.Credit rating agency VIS Rating forecast that public investment could meet only around 70 per cent of the capital demand for infrastructure development by 2030, making the public-private partnership (PPP) model a strategic choice.However, there are bottlenecks which hinder PPP practice uptake, including weakness in project preparation, risk allocation and shortage of long-term capital, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB).Shantanu Chakraborty, the ADB’s country director for Việt Nam, said Việt Nam should invest more heavily in the project preparation stage, apply international standards and establish a centralised data system for PPP projects to improve transparency and predictability.Deputy Finance Minister Trần Quốc Phương said public resources could meet only part of infrastructure funding needs, with the remainder expected to come from the private sector through transparent and well-designed mechanisms.Efforts are being enhanced to improve risk-sharing policies to create greater certainty for investors, Phương said.“PPPs help not only attract investment from the private sector but also improve governance efficiency, enhance competitiveness and draw new technology,” he added. — VNS

Within less than 12 months, Việt Nam has seen three nationwide waves of project launches and completions, from April through December, with combined investment running into the quadrillions of Vietnamese đồng.

Year marked with mass infrastructure funding

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image image-style-align-center"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/12/471218_5347921683106539_image.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A store of&nbsp;Mobile World Investment Corporation in Hà Nội. Shares of the company fell 4.6 per cent on Friday, weighing on the market's bearish trend. — Photo vietnamplus.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Indices closed the week on a negative note, with the VN-Index experiencing its most significant decline in nearly two months, extending a losing streak that has left investors in a defensive posture.Following three&nbsp;consecutive days of downturn, which saw the index drop a total of 54 points, investor caution intensified, leading to reduced capital deployment and a preference to observe from the sidelines.Selling pressures mounted as investors rushed to offload shares. Within moments of trading, the VN-Index fell below the critical 1,700-point threshold.&nbsp;The VN-Index on the Hochiminh Stock Exchange (HoSE) finished at 1,646.89 points, down 52.01 points, or 3.1 per cent. The benchmark even plummeted to as low as 1,646 points, marking its lowest level in three weeks.The breadth of the southern market was negative, as up to 296 ticker symbols went down and only 40 ticked up. Liquidity, however, soared from the previous session to nearly VNĐ25.7 trillion (US$939 million).&nbsp;The VN30 index saw a particularly negative trend, with 29 out of 30 stocks declining, leaving only Becamex (BCM) with a slight gain. Consequently, the VN30-Index fell by 57.26 points, or nearly 3 per cent, ending at 1,867 points.Similarly, the HNX-Index on the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX) dropped 5.78 points, or 2.3 per cent, to 250.09 points.The pressure driving the market's decline primarily stemmed from large-cap stocks, particularly those linked to the Vingroup conglomerate.&nbsp;Notably, Vinhomes (VHM) and Vinpearl (VPL) both hit their floor prices, while Vingroup (VIC) also succumbed to the trend with a 1.4 per cent drop.Over the past four sessions, it has been the Vin stocks that have consistently pushed the VN-Index down, with VIC losing 6 per cent, VHM down 15 per cent, Vincom Retail (VRE) falling by 17 per cent and VPL plummeting 20 per cent, making them the most influential shares on the index.Additionally, major stocks in the banking and consumer sectors faced aggressive selling, with Techcombank (TCB) down 4.2 per cent, MBBank (MBB) losing 3.4 per cent, Vietcombank (VCB) falling 1.4 per cent, HDBank (HDB) dropping 4.9 per cent and Mobile World Investment Corporation (MWG) decreasing by 4.6 per cent.On a brighter note, a handful of stocks saw impressive gains, including Phu Nhuan Jewellery&nbsp;(PNJ) up 2.1 per cent, Binh Minh Plastics&nbsp;(BMP) rising 3.7 per cent&nbsp;and BCM increasing 0.2 per cent.&nbsp;However, these increases were minimal compared to the substantial declines experienced by large-cap stocks.Foreign investors continued to exert selling pressure, recording a net sell value of over VNĐ570.8 billion on HoSE.&nbsp; — BIZHUB/VNS

Following three&nbsp;consecutive days of downturn, investor caution intensified, leading to reduced capital deployment and a preference to observe from the sidelines.

Market experiences a 'Black Friday' as VN-Index loses over 52 points

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/12/471204_anhchanhleo3.JPG" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A forum on sustainable development of passion fruit in Việt Nam was held on December 12 in Gia Lai Province. — Photos courtesy of Agriculture and Environment newspaper</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — As global demand rises, driven by consumer preferences for natural, low-sugar and nutrient-rich products, significant opportunities are opening up for passion fruit farmers and enterprises, a conference heard on December 12.The event was organised by Nông nghiệp và Môi trường (Agriculture and Environment) newspaper in cooperation with the Plant Protection Department and the Gia Lai Department of Agriculture and Environment, in Gia Lai Province to review the current state of passion fruit production, processing, distribution and export in Việt Nam.The forum also highlighted global market trends and proposed solutions for sustainable development.Experts at the forum agreed that the global passion fruit market is expanding rapidly, with its value expected to reach US$4.8 billion by 2025, particularly in the processed and frozen product segments.Việt Nam is currently among the world’s top 10 passion fruit producers and exporters, behind Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.Việt Nam now cultivates about 12,600 hectares of passion fruit, producing more than 178,500 tonnes annually. The Central Highlands accounts for over 88 per cent of the total planted area, with Gia Lai alone contributing 5,650 hectares.According to Tô Văn Huấn of the Plant Protection Department, passion fruit exports surged from US$20 million in 2015 to $222.5 million in 2023. In the first ten months of 2025, exports reached $202 million despite global market fluctuations.He noted that Việt Nam now has 43 registered passion fruit varieties, supporting rising production and export demand.Huấn highlighted Việt Nam’s competitive advantages, including favourable climate and geography. Passion fruit in the Central Highlands grows in just four to five months, delivering high yield and stable quality – conditions ideal for both fresh consumption and processing.However, he pointed out persistent challenges such as weak value chain links, insufficient disease-free seedlings, unsynchronised processing technology and increasingly strict quarantine and technical requirements from global markets.Đoàn Ngọc Có, deputy director of Gia Lai’s Department of Agriculture and Environment, said the passion fruit sector has made significant strides since Việt Nam gained permission in July 2022 to export passion fruit to China.He noted that official export channels expanded markets, increased value across the supply chain and raised incomes for both farmers and enterprises.Gia Lai currently has 48 coded planting areas and six coded packing facilities, ensuring traceability and compliance with technical standards. However, the province still faces challenges, including fragmented production, uneven seed quality, spontaneous planting and increasing climate variability.Meanwhile, major markets such as the EU, the US, Japan and China continue to tighten standards on residues and traceability, pushing producers to improve compliance.Đào Thị Lan Hoa from the Central Highlands Agriculture and Forestry Science Institute said that each planting area must meet a minimum of 10 hectares to receive a code – a barrier for small households. This requirement encourages farmers to join cooperatives in order to meet export standards for markets such as China, the EU and Japan.Hoa stressed that planting codes are crucial for quality control, traceability and food safety. Growers must apply good agricultural practices such as VietGAP or GlobalGAP, undergo regular inspections, and maintain comprehensive production records.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/12/471203_anh%20chanhleo2.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A passion fruit farm in the Central Highlands region.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Sustainable developmentTo ensure long-term development, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has designated passion fruit as a priority crop under the national programme for key fruit trees from 2025 to 2030.The plan aims to maintain 12,000-15,000 hectares of cultivation, producing 250,000-300,000 tonnes annually. Key growing regions include Gia Lai, Lâm Đồng, Đắk Lắk, Quảng Trị, Nghệ An, and Sơn La.Concentrated production zones are expected to enhance productivity, improve disease control and ensure consistent quality standards.Vũ Minh Việt, deputy editor-in-chief of the Agriculture and Environment Newspaper, said Việt Nam has one of the fastest-growing passion fruit value chains in the region, especially in the Central Highlands.However, rapid and sometimes overheated expansion has led to disease outbreaks and inconsistent seed quality.Without improvements in seed management and production organisation, he warned, the sector risks repeating the uncontrolled development patterns seen in other crops.Seed quality remains the sector’s biggest bottleneck, according to Nguyễn Thị Bích Ngọc, deputy director of the Plant Protection Research Institute.She called for a national standard for disease-free seedlings, adoption of a three-tier net-house system to control seed sources and stronger oversight of commercial seed markets.She recommended developing large-scale, uniform raw material zones with standardised cultivation practices and regular supervision from technical authorities.Enterprises at the forum expressed optimism about Việt Nam’s commercial prospects, citing competitive production costs, favourable harvest seasons, and high fruit quality.However, they acknowledged challenges, including small-scale production, weak value-chain linkages and limited international brand recognition.Many proposed a five-stakeholder model involving the State, enterprises, cooperatives, farmers and banks to establish sustainable production contracts and risk-sharing mechanisms. — VNS

As global demand rises, driven by consumer preferences for natural, low-sugar and nutrient-rich products, significant opportunities are opening up for both farmers and enterprises.

Việt Nam promotes passion fruit production as bright export future

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image image-style-align-center"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/12/471255_5348092939437105_ngoai-giao-281025-1.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyễn Minh Hằng. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Vietnamese businesses and diplomats from many African countries gathered at the “Meet Africa 2025” event held by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday.The session was attended by ambassadors and representatives of many African countries’ resident and non-resident diplomatic missions in Việt Nam, including Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Ethiopia, Chad, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Somalia, Senegal, Nigeria, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It also saw officials from various Vietnamese ministries and agencies, along with executives of Vietnamese businesses already having or interested in economic partnerships with Africa.In her opening remarks, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyễn Minh Hằng highlighted the close-knit bonds between people of Việt Nam and African countries, which shared the aspiration for national independence, inspired, and supported each other in the past struggles for national liberation, as well as the current development process.As Việt Nam is entering a new development phase with a goal of becoming a developed and high-income nation by 2045 while African countries are emerging as one of the world’s new growth engines in the near future, she expressed her hope that the two sides will actively build on their good relations to fully tap into potential and promote practical cooperation in multiple areas, thus generating tangible benefits for people and businesses of both sides.Further intensifying the traditional friendship with African countries is always a priority in Việt Nam’s foreign policy, Hằng noted, perceiving that the two sides boast much cooperation potential in such fields as infrastructure development, energy, green transition, digital transformation, and tourism, aside from the traditional areas of agriculture and food security.Việt Nam always stands ready to share its renewal, economic development, and international integration experiences with African friends, she added.The Deputy Minister held that to develop Việt Nam – Africa ties more strongly and substantively, it is necessary to promote the engagement of businesses, and that the Government will create favourable conditions for them to enhance fruitful cooperation.Stressing the immense potential of Africa, promising opportunities, the good political ties, and the strong determination of both sides’ leaders, she called on ministries, sectors, localities, and businesses to play a more active role in fostering connections with this continent, pledging that the Foreign Ministry will support African countries’ missions and Vietnamese businesses to turn bilateral relations into a model for South – South Cooperation in the new era.Addressing the event, African ambassadors said they admire Việt Nam’s socio-economic achievements after 40 years of Đổi mới (Renewal), expressing their hope to learn the countries’ experiences in development, integration, governance capacity improvement, and human resources training.They also called on reputable and capable businesses to Việt Nam to consider investing in Africa, particularly in building key infrastructure facilities and connecting economic corridors to promote regional integration and connectivity in African countries, which are strongly implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).Algerian Ambassador Azeddine Bechka said Algeria is ready for limitless cooperation with Việt Nam as its Prime Minister pledged during Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính’s official visit in November.Angolan Ambassador Fernando Miguel noted the country views Việt Nam as an important Asian partner and acknowledges Việt Nam’s commitments to cooperation with Africa. He encouraged capable Vietnamese firms to participate in transport, infrastructure, and energy projects in his country.Ethiopian Ambassador Dessie Dalkie Dukamo said Africa, including Ethiopia, has great demand and potential for cooperation in such fields as energy, infrastructure, and digital transformation. Meanwhile, Chad Ambassador Abakar Saleh Chahaimi introduced the country’s advantages in gold, petroleum, and farmland, adding that it is interested in energy transition, infrastructure development, and tourism cooperation.At the event, representatives of large Vietnamese businesses shared their demand for cooperation in certain areas with African countries.Following the session, African diplomats visited the Vinfast complex in Hải Phòng city to explore the cooperation possibility in green transport. — VNA/VNS

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyễn Minh Hằng said Việt Nam always stands ready to share its renewal, economic development, and international integration experiences with African friends.

Event connects Vietnamese businesses with African countries

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/5/469540_le-minh-hoan.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Lê Minh Hoan receives Park Soon Cheol, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Samsung Electronics, in Hà Nội on Friday. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Vice Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Lê Minh Hoan on Friday urged Samsung to continue expanding its operations and investment projects, enhance localisation in production, promote technology transfer in Việt Nam.Receiving Park Soon Cheol, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Samsung Electronics, in Hà Nội, Hoan recognised Samsung’s position and role as one of the largest foreign investors in Việt Nam. He welcomed all projects and activities of the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s group, noting their positive contributions to job creation, technology transfer, export growth, and sustainable economic development in the country.Affirming that Samsung, with its formation history and impressive development, serves as an inspiring model for Vietnamese enterprises, the NA Vice Chairman urged the group to help train high-quality human resources and raise the number of Vietnamese firms participating in the global component supply chain.He also expressed his hope that the strong Việt Nam–RoK partnership will continue to support and drive Việt Nam’s development in the years ahead.Park told the host that over the past 17 years, Samsung Vietnam has successfully implemented numerous high-tech projects, operated six manufacturing entities, one research and development institute, and one sales entity, while continuously maintaining impressive revenues, reaffirming its position as a leading FDI enterprise in Việt Nam.Since 2015, Samsung has cooperated with the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the provincial and municipal Departments of Industry and Trade to implement various programmes supporting Vietnamese enterprises, such as the smart factory development project, and supporting industry exhibitions. Several initiatives are also being carried out at the National Innovation Centre (NIC) under the Ministry of Finance, including the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) talent development programme.He emphasised that Samsung’s stable growth in Việt Nam is the result of strong support from the Vietnamese Government, NA, ministries, agencies and localities via improving the investment and business environment.With Việt Nam’s favourable investment climate and ecosystem for increasing localisation and developing supporting industries, Park affirmed that Samsung will continue to step up its efforts to help enhance the capacity of Vietnamese firms and stands ready to support their deeper participation in the global supply chain. — VNA/VNS

Over the past 17 years, Samsung Vietnam has successfully implemented numerous high-tech projects, operated six manufacturing entities, one research and development institute, and one sales entity, while continuously maintaining impressive revenues, reaffirming its position as a leading FDI enterprise in Việt Nam.

NA Vice Chairman calls for Samsung’s operation expansion in Việt Nam

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/5/469546_5342036649454973_chau.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Secretary of the Hải Phòng Party Committee Lê Tiến Châu speaks at the seminar on exploring new-generation investment destinations in the port city. —&nbsp;VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>BRUSSELS&nbsp;— As part of efforts to expand cooperation and promote its potential, a delegation from the northern port city of Hải Phòng, led by Secretary of the municipal Party Committee Lê Tiến Châu, has paid a working visit to Antwerp, Belgium – one of Europe’s leading logistics hubs.Hải Phòng and Antwerp&nbsp;– two port cities of strategic importance in Southeast Asia and Europe, respectively&nbsp;– share many notable similarities, as both serve as gateways for imports and exports, handle enormous volumes of cargo each year, and function as major logistics hubs for vast economic regions.Hải Phòng, with its Lạch Huyện – Đình Vũ – Cát Hải port system, has become the largest port in northern Việt Nam and one of the largest in Southeast Asia, offering convenient connections to Northeast Asian markets through multiple modes of transport. Meanwhile, Antwerp-Bruges&nbsp;– Europe’s second-largest port&nbsp;– leads in handling chemical products and automobiles, processes up to 290 million tonnes of cargo and more than 10 million TEUs annually, and provides deep connections into Europe’s inland transport network.On Thursday, local businesses and government agencies attended a seminar on exploring new-generation investment destinations in Hải Phòng.Châu affirmed that Hải Phòng always views the success of businesses as the key gauge of administration performance, and considers their goals and challenges as its own responsibility. He stressed the city’s commitment to accompanying foreign investors and creating the most favourable conditions for them to operate with confidence and achieve long-term, sustainable growth.From the business perspective, Bruno Jaspaert, CEO at DEEP C Industrial Zones and Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham), highlighted the strong advantages European companies can gain when shifting operations to Hải Phòng.According to him, the appeal lies not only in the robust support from local authorities but also in a comprehensive package of investor incentives, including tax benefits and the development of a local free trade zone. Bruno described Hải Phòng as a strategic gateway for northern Việt Nam, mirroring Antwerp’s role in Europe –&nbsp;a place where raw materials enter and finished products exit, connecting to vast markets beyond.Nabilla Ait Daoud, Antwerp’s Vice Mayor in charge of education and socio-economic affairs, expressed her desire to strengthen cooperation with Hải Phòng and emphasised the 28-year partnership between the city and the DEEP C industrial Zones. She praised the collaboration among ACKERMANS &amp; VAN HAAREN, DEEP C and Hải Phòng, describing it as clear evidence of the potential for sustainable development built on a foundation of trusted economic ties.During the seminar, leaders of the Hải Phòng Party Committee and the DEEP C Industrial Zones exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding, marking a new step forward in efforts to attract strategic investment.With its exceptional seaport position, increasingly modern industrial infrastructure and open policies, Hải Phòng is asserting itself as a promising destination for European investors looking to expand into Asia. —&nbsp;VNA/VNS

Hải Phòng and Antwerp - two port cities of strategic importance in Southeast Asia and Europe, respectively - share many notable similarities, as both serve as gateways for imports and exports, handle enormous volumes of cargo each year, and function as major logistics hubs for vast economic regions.

Hải Phòng seeks to promote port connectivity with Belgian city

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image image-style-align-center"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/12/5/469544_5342032519350538_vietnam-top-100-sustainable-businesses-vna.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>At the Friday ceremony in Hà Nội to honour the country’s 100 sustainable enterprises across manufacturing and trade–services. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — The Việt Nam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) on Friday held a ceremony in Hà Nội to honour the country’s 100 sustainable enterprises across manufacturing and trade–services.Notably, the top 10 in both categories comprised 60 per cent domestic firms and 40 per cent foreign-invested companies, signalling significant advances made by Vietnamese enterprises and underscoring that the “sustainability playground” is no longer dominated by FDI firms with strong governance foundations.Addressing the ceremony, Deputy Prime Minister Hồ Đức Phớc commended VCCI for its decade-long initiative in developing the Corporate Sustainability Index (CSI) and running the programme for ten consecutive years.He urged firms to persevere and innovate in building strategies and adopting responsible, sustainable business models, and to proactively improve corporate governance, transparency and accountability via applying the CSI to widen their access to green finance sources.Speaking at the event, VCCI President and head of the CSI 2025 steering committee Hồ Sỹ Hùng stressed that beyond assessment, VCCI aims to accompany, encourage, guide and connect enterprises so that the CSI becomes an ecosystem promoting national sustainable business transformation.In 2025, the CSI programme attracted more than 500 businesses of various types and sizes nationwide to submit applications, of them 147 shortlisted for official scoring. Remarkably, over 20 per cent of this year’s participants were first-time entrants, and around 30 per cent were listed companies on Việt Nam’s stock exchanges – the highest number to date.With CSI 2025 issuing its first index version exclusively for micro and small enterprises – alongside the existing version for medium and large firms, the programme saw strong engagement from the new group, and for the first time, micro and small enterprises were recognised in the top 100.Also at the ceremony, VCCI Vice President Nguyễn Quang Vinh noted that CSI will remain a priority mechanism to be expanded, in order to bolster the internal strength of Vietnamese enterprises and generate further added value for the wider business community. — VNA/VNS

Notably, the top 10 in both categories comprised 60 per cent domestic firms and 40 per cent foreign-invested companies, signalling significant advances made by Vietnamese enterprises and underscoring that the “sustainability playground” is no longer dominated by FDI firms with strong governance foundations.

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TNH99 Vietnam joint stock company is a multi-sector investment management company. Currently, TNH99 focuses on media, marketing, real estate, health care, F&amp;B and trading. TNH99 Vietnam always defines the customer benefits as the core value in it’s development strategy. We have been incessantly inovating, creating new values, complying with, committing to respect and consistently enforcing the common principles of conduct that make up TNH99 culture. Each member of TNH99 Vietnam has so much enthusiasm, devotion. They understand that interests of the company as well as its customers and social responsibility are focused.TNH99 currently has over 26 subsidiaries and affiliates throughout the country. At TNH99, more than 300 employees, experienced professionals, industry-leading experts, senior advisors and an open knowledge system provide a solid foundation for sustainable development.PRINCIPLES OF OPERATIONFollowing the "for human development" philosophy, TNH99 constantly searches and researches the needs of human and social trends. With the visionary leadership and management as well as young and professional staff, we are constantly growing and affirming our brand in the fields in which we operate in the Vietnamese market.CORE VALUESPeople are the most important resource, helping to create the values and differences of TNH99. They have the knowledge, qualifications and experience that are constantly accumulated and developed.The employees of TNH99 also have the unique characteristics of the Vietnamese people and industries. They always unite, strive towards professionalism, absorb and behave appropriately in communication with customers.Besides, leadership capacity is a key factor that helps TNH99 plan and successfully implement the sustainable development goals, promote the use of advanced management systems and tools, make accurate and timely decisions.Orientation to improve social responsibility, value management is applied at TNH99 to create a culture of effective work, productivity and quality. These values ​​are shared by TNH99 leaders and staff with partners and customers.TNH99 is committed to behave and operate with the following values: Efficiency, Quality, Straightforward, Enthusiastic, Professional.QUALITY POLICY:Meet the needs and satisfy customers by the highest quality of organization and service;Regularly research, apply and develop advanced technology to improve product quality, service and competitiveness in the field of operation;Identify and provide sufficient resources to ensure effective implementation of the quality management system.DEVELOPMENT ORIENTATIONWith a joint-stock operating model, we are still consistent with the tagline "We grow business", in which the principle of human resource development is an important step, governance is an important phase and promoting corporate culture is a regular task. Oriented solutions and services of TNH99 helps businesses to create sustainable added values ​​for people.We are committed to providing the most effective and practical services for Vietnamese businesses and the world for sustainable joint development.We always keep in mind, cherish and create products that constantly meet the expectations of the business community.We behave and cooperate based on civilized values ​​while promoting the cultural identities of VietNam.

About Us

In more than 15 years of establishment and development, with prestigious brands such as the Institute for Brand Strategy and Competition (BCSI), Vibiz, Vmark, Aaker,... and hundreds of media channels, we have affirmed our position as one of the pioneers and prestigious units in the field of market research, marketing consulting, communications, advertising and event organization in Vietnam. With a strategic vision and an experienced creative team, we provide comprehensive communication solutions, helping businesses not only reach the right customers but also build sustainable brand value in the public mind. The modern media industry requires a combination of content strategy, technology and the ability to understand consumer behavior. We provide a closed service ecosystem, including: - Market research and brand health - Consulting and building integrated communication strategy (IMC) - Creative content production (TV, digital, OOH, POSM, corporate films, TVC ...) - Management and implementation of multi-channel advertising campaigns: from traditional press to digital platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Google ... - Internal branding and brand communication services - PR - Press communication and media crisis handling With the orientation of "communication is not only to be known, but to be trusted", we always focus on the depth of the message, personalization and the ability to connect the brand with the target customers. In addition to communication capacity, we are a leading event organizer, with more than 1,000 large and small events held nationwide. We provide services from concept, design, production to full operation, including: - Marketing campaigns - Product launch, opening ceremony, anniversary celebration - Customer conferences, seminars, international forums - Activation, roadshow, exhibition, trade fair - Cultural, artistic and community CSR events Each event we organize is designed as a vivid communication story, where the brand is not only introduced, but also felt, loved and remembered. Our strength lies not only in our ability to organize or create content, but also in our ability to think about comprehensive communication strategies. We understand that in the digital age, brands cannot "shout loudly" but must "say the right thing, do the right thing and touch the emotions". With a team of experienced experts in marketing, communications, content production, art and digital technology, we are a trusted partner in the journey of building strong brands, winning public trust and promoting business growth.

Communication

In the digital age, information technology is not only a tool to support operations but has become the backbone of business development strategies. Realizing that, TNH99 has developed information technology services as a strategic pillar, providing comprehensive digital solutions for organizations and small and medium enterprises in Vietnam. TNH99 specializes in consulting and implementing digital transformation roadmaps from the root - starting from assessing the current state of operations, analyzing needs, to building digital systems suitable for the characteristics of each industry. We do not provide "ready-made" technology products, but focus on designing flexible, customized solutions according to reality, to ensure effective implementation and sustainable operation. One of TNH99's outstanding strengths is software development in the fields of medical health care, building management and operation, data mining, social listening. These systems are capable of linking internal data, real-time reporting and expanding integration with other platforms such as accounting systems, electronic invoices, banks or online payment gateways. In parallel with the management software, TNH99 also owns a team of experts in designing and operating business websites, e-commerce platforms and landing page platforms dedicated to marketing campaigns. All are built with a friendly interface, SEO standards, fast loading speed, multi-device compatibility and high security. In addition, TNH99's e-commerce solutions also support order management, customers, shopping carts, online payment integration and effective remarketing tools. In terms of infrastructure, TNH99 provides comprehensive IT system management solutions, from server setup, internal or cloud storage systems, to LAN setup, surveillance cameras, remote operating systems. In particular, information security and safety services are one of the top priorities, with encryption tools, periodic backups and access monitoring to protect business data from increasing cyber risks. For businesses that do not want to invest in their own IT team, TNH99 provides IT Outsourcing services - hiring technology experts periodically or by project. From daily technical support, system maintenance, troubleshooting, to training internal staff to use technology systems, we ensure professionalism - quick response - cost savings while still ensuring stable operating quality. All of TNH99's information technology services are built on 4 core principles: understanding the problem correctly - designing a custom solution - flexible implementation - long-term companionship. Not only a service provider, TNH99 wants to become a strategic technology partner of businesses on the journey of sustainable development.

Infomation Technology

We are a pioneer in providing comprehensive F&amp;B solutions, from restaurant operations, event organization, catering to importing and distributing high-end culinary specialties, including wine and imported food from famous regions around the world. With the philosophy that cuisine is a bridge between culture and life experience, TNH99 is committed to bringing customers satisfaction in every dish, every glass of wine and every moment of service. Professionally operated culinary - F&amp;B service chain: - KKAVENUE member company with a multi-style La Fontaine restaurant chain: from traditional Vietnamese dishes to modern fusion menus, youthful design space, international standard service. - Catering: serving family parties in a cozy and private space at private homes and villas, ensuring food safety, reasonable nutrition, and standard operation. - Event party - catering service: organizing full package wedding parties, birthdays, conferences, opening ceremonies... with flexible menus and attentive service. Importing - distributing high-end specialties and wines: Brandx member company is a direct importer and exclusive distributor of many high-end product lines serving the sophisticated culinary market: - Imported wines and beverages: from France, Italy, Chile, Australia, America,... with a diverse portfolio from regular wines to premium lines (Grand Cru, DOCG, Reserva...). - Regional specialties and high-end ingredients: such as European cheese, cold cuts, local spices, organic foods - supporting restaurant chains and distributors. - Gift baskets, high-end culinary gifts: designed according to the holiday season, combining the quintessence of Vietnamese and international cuisine - both luxurious and meaningful. We commit to: - Quintessence of raw materials - input standards: strictly selected, clear origin, meeting international safety standards. - Continuous innovation - flexible according to needs: meeting diverse individual, organizational and corporate customers. - Consistent service quality: whether it is a meal or a glass of wine at a high-end party, TNH99 focuses on the final customer experience. - Sustainable development - responsible business: minimizing F&amp;B waste, developing a clean supply chain, prioritizing high-quality Vietnamese goods.

Our Expertise

In TNH99's multi-industry development strategy, the real estate sector plays an important role in creating long-term value for the community and investors. Established as a member company, Allard Homes was born with the mission of becoming a professional, humane and sustainable real estate management and development unit, focusing on modern - sophisticated - livable housing products and urban projects. Allard Homes operates on the foundation of combining creative development thinking and international standard implementation capacity. With a team of experienced experts in the fields of planning, architecture, construction and finance, Allard Homes participates comprehensively in the process of market research, master planning, architectural design, construction and project management.From nursing homes, health care centers, eco-villas to synchronous urban areas, Allard Homes always focuses on three core factors: Construction quality - Investment value - Living experience. Each project is not just a real estate product, but a living ecosystem: a harmony between utilities, landscape, architecture and future residential community.In particular, Allard Homes prioritizes participating in the development of projects following the trend of "green and smart real estate", integrating standards of energy saving, green space, smart management and long-term after-sales services - contributing to the sustainable development of Vietnamese urban areas.With financial support, a multi-industry ecosystem and operational capacity from TNH99, Allard Homes not only creates high-quality real estate products, but also opens up opportunities for transparent, effective and long-term investment cooperation for strategic partners, individual and institutional investors.

Real Estate

With a distinguished heritage spanning over a decade in healthcare excellence, TNH99 Vietnam Joint Stock Company established the Medpharin Institute for High-Tech Pharmaceutical Research and Development — a pioneering institution dedicated to delivering optimal, bespoke health solutions through the harmonious integration of advanced biomedical technology and the enduring wisdom of traditional medicine.&nbsp;Complementing this foundation, TNH99 has thoughtfully cultivated a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem through a portfolio of esteemed subsidiaries. Peacelife Vietnam specializes in the production and distribution of premium herbal remedies and functional supplements, preserving and revitalizing Vietnam’s rich tradition of medicinal herbs. In parallel, My Health Vietnam stands at the forefront of digital healthcare innovation, developing intelligent m-Health platforms, AI-powered medical applications, gene sequencing technologies, family healthcare management solutions, and precision medicine services — all committed to fostering a proactive, health-literate community while elevating the global stature of Vietnamese healthcare.&nbsp;Building upon this legacy of holistic well-being, TNH99 made a visionary expansion into the luxury wellness and beauty sector with the founding of Éclat Vietnam — the exclusive owner and operator of Éclat Wellness &amp; Spa. Conceived as a sanctuary of refined beauty and restorative tranquility, Éclat Wellness &amp; Spa masterfully unites advanced therapeutic techniques, state-of-the-art technology, and an opulent, resort-style ambiance. Nestled within Hanoi’s prestigious Diplomatic Corps area — a modern, well-appointed neighborhood offering easy connectivity to the city’s major residential and commercial hubs — Éclat Wellness &amp; Spa offers an exquisite, timeless beauty experience through a portfolio of meticulously curated, five-star personalized services across three signature domains: Spa – Massage – Hair &amp; Nail. Every moment within Éclat is an invitation to celebrate individual beauty, nurture inner harmony, and embrace the art of gracious living.

Với hơn một thập kỷ hoạt động trong lĩnh vực chăm sóc sức khỏe, TNH99 đã thành lập Viện Nghiên cứu và Phát triển Dược phẩm Công nghệ cao (Medpharin), cung cấp các giải pháp tối ưu, cá nhân hóa, kết hợp giữa công nghệ hiện đại và tinh hoa y học truyền thống. Song song với đó, Tập đoàn cũng phát triển hệ sinh thái chăm sóc sức khỏe thông qua các công ty thành viên. Công ty Peacelife Việt Nam chuyên sản xuất và phân phối thực phẩm chức năng và các sản phẩm chăm sóc sức khoẻ từ thảo dược, đặc biệt là các sản phẩm từ cây thuốc Nam. Bên cạnh đó, TNH99 đầu tư Công ty My Health Việt Nam, tiên phong ứng dụng công nghệ thông tin vào y tế, phát triển các nền tảng m-Health, giải pháp số hóa, trí tuệ nhân tạo, giải trình tự gen, chăm sóc sức khoẻ gia đình và y học chính xác, với sứ mệnh xây dựng cộng đồng khỏe mạnh, chủ động và từng bước nâng tầm vị thế người Việt trên trường quốc tế.Dựa trên nền tảng vững chắc đó, TNH99 tiếp tục mở rộng lĩnh vực wellness &amp; beauty với sự ra đời của Éclat Việt Nam — đơn vị sở hữu và vận hành thương hiệu Éclat Wellness &amp; Spa. Đây là chuỗi điểm đến làm đẹp toàn diện, kết hợp liệu pháp trị liệu chuyên sâu, công nghệ tiên tiến và không gian nghỉ dưỡng đẳng cấp. Éclat Wellness &amp; Spa mang đến trải nghiệm làm đẹp vượt thời gian và thư giãn tuyệt đối thông qua hệ thống dịch vụ cá nhân hóa chuẩn 5 sao, tập trung vào 3 lĩnh vực chính: Spa – Massage – Hair &amp; Nail.