Prolonged Middle East conflict raises revenue concerns for Vietnam’s aviation sector
EconomyVietnam’s aviation authority and airport operators are bracing for potential financial losses as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt international flight operations.
In southern Vietnam, fuel price surge pressures transport firms to raise fares
EconomyTransport operators across southern Vietnam are scrambling to revise fares up to avoid heavy losses after domestic fuel prices jumped sharply on Saturday.
Thailand’s Central Retail plans up to 12 new hypermarkets in Vietnam
EconomyThai retail giant Central Retail has announced ambitious plans to expand its footprint in Vietnam, aiming to open up to 12 new hypermarkets over the next three years while doubling the number of supermarkets under its management, according to Nikkei Asia.
Vietnam raises fuel prices for 2nd time in 3 days amid Middle East tensions
EconomyVietnam raised retail fuel prices sharply on Saturday afternoon, the second increase in three days, after the government activated emergency pricing rules following a surge in global oil prices linked to tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran.
Vietnam expected to pass FTSE Russell review as part of market upgrade process: analysts
EconomyVietnam is expected to pass FTSE Russell’s mid-cycle market review in March as part of the process that could lead to its stock market being upgraded in global classifications, analysts said.
Vietnam says March fuel supply sufficient, warns of risks if Middle East conflict drags on
EconomyVietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade said fuel supply for the domestic market in March is expected to be sufficient but warned the market could face greater difficulties if conflict in the Middle East continues into April.
Vietnamese exporters struggle as surging oil prices drive up logistics costs
EconomyEscalating tensions in the Middle East are pushing global oil prices higher, placing new pressure on Vietnam’s exporters as transportation and logistics costs surge at a time when orders are already difficult to secure.
Vietnam’s 5G speeds surge at start of 2026
Vietnam NewsVietnam’s 5G network speeds surged more than 50 percent in January 2026 compared with December 2025, signifying one of the sharpest month-to-month increases in recent years and reflecting a strong wave of investment in telecommunications infrastructure.
Mitsubishi Xpander MT 2026 debuts in Vietnam, priced at $21,700
EconomyMitsubishi on Thursday officially debuted the Xpander MT 2026 in Vietnam, with the completely built-up model imported from Indonesia carrying a price tag of VND568 million (US$21,700).
Vietnamese firms wary of accepting orders bound for Middle East
EconomyEscalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, are prompting Vietnamese logistics providers and exporters to watch developments closely, with many reconsidering whether to accept new shipments to the region.
