Vietnamese firms and success stories in Belgium

The Government has implemented numerous measures to keep market prices stable and inflation under control.

The launch of the Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal (HHIT) represents a significant milestone in Vietnam’s maritime development, boosting international trade and driving economic growth not only in the northern region but across the nation.

Quebec leaders expressed their determination to bolster comprehensive cooperation with Vietnam as part of Canada's strategy to diversify markets and reduce its dependence on the US market.

In March alone, the total trade revenue reached 75.39 billion USD, up 18.2% compared to the previous month, and 16.6% year-on-year.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasised that Vietnam will not change its target of achieving economic growth of 8% or higher this year, while simultaneously maintaining macroeconomic stability, ensuring social welfare, and improving people's livelihoods.

The agro-forestry-fishery, industry-construction, and service sectors expanded by 3.74%, 7.42% and 7.7%, contributing 6.09%, 40.17%, and 53.74% to the total GDP expansion during January–March, respectively.

This growth is driven by several factors, including a sharp increase in additional investment to existing projects, capital contribution, and share purchases.

The 2024 PAR Index achieved its highest average value to date – at 88.37%, up 1.39% from 2023, with all the 63 provinces and centrally-run cities scoring above 80%.

Vietnam is emerging as an attractive destination for investors in science and technology, especially semiconductors, largely due to high-quality human resources at competitive cost, upgraded infrastructure, increasingly open and transparent policies, and high political determination of Party and State leaders.

Currently, the agreement covers a market of approximately 2.3 billion people, representing around 30% of the global population and GDP. Notably, five of its 15 members are members of the G20.

Through Hien’s remarks, WTO members appreciated Vietnam’s proactive and responsible role in promoting cooperation among member states and enhancing transparency in meeting its notification obligations under WTO regulations.

While AmCham acknowledges the need to address the growing trade deficit between the two nations, it strongly urges the US administration to consider implementing a grace period.

This is reflected in the customs revenue at the border gate, which exceeded 200 billion VND (7.75 million USD), accounting for 35% of the annual budget target for 2025 and 6% higher than that of the same period in 2024.

The railway will be newly constructed with the goal of connecting to the Hai Phong international seaport and facilitating multimodal transport with China, says Nguyen Khanh Tung, Deputy Director of the Railway Project Management Board under the Ministry of Construction.

The partnership builds on prior collaboration, with UOB Vietnam previously funding NAVICO’s installation of rooftop solar power systems at its aquaculture facilities.

To meet the 2025 revenue target of 411 trillion VND, a 9.6% rise from 2024, the department has instructed regional customs offices to implement measures to boost revenue tailored to local conditions while preventing budget losses.

Startup Mahakumbh 2025 is expected to help Vietnamese firms learn startup and digital transformation initatives from India and other countries, access innovation experiences of leading global enterprises, and introduce their startup products to the world.

Of the total, domestic revenue reached some 646.3 trillion VND, fulfilling 38.7% of the target, and rising 34.5% annually.

Vietnamese localities are intensifying efforts to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, enhancing control over fishing ports and offshore activities in accordance with the European Commission’s (EC) recommendations.

Staff at the Quang Binh Public Administration Service Centre handle nearly 500 administrative requests daily from residents and businesses. Despite the high volume, the centre has built a solid reputation for delivering quick and efficient service, earning widespread satisfaction from the public.