Business Sweden, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden in Vietnam, released the 2026 Business Climate Survey on June 11. The report shows a positive business climate in Vietnam, with Swedish companies remaining engaged and optimistic regarding future investment opportunities. The publication brought to the fore growing key sectors, namely healthcare services, infrastructure as well as both green and digital transformation.
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Germany-Vietnam Business Forum highlights circular economy growth
The 2026 Germany-Vietnam Business Forum commenced on June 11 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Co-organised by the Ho Chi Minh City Investment and Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC) and the German Business Association (GBA), the bilateral meeting focused extensively on the theme “Circular Economy in Manufacturing”.
Timor-Leste’s Prime Minister visits Vietnam to advance trade and cooperation
Timor Leste’s Prime Minister, Xanana Gusmão conducted a formal visit to Hanoi from June 7 to 10, meeting his counterpart Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng. The visit aimed to explore new strategic sectors and advance bilateral relations, marking a significant step forward in a relationship that stretches back to the establishment of diplomatic ties in 2002.
Vietnam reaches new milestone in MICHELIN Guide 2026
On June 4, several restaurants in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang were included in the MICHELIN Guide 2026, further highlighting Vietnam’s growing reputation as a culinary destination. For more than a century, the prestigious dining guide has recognised outstanding restaurants around the world and remains one of the hospitality industry’s most respected benchmarks of quality.
Vietnam’s Bánh Mì ranked among world’s best sandwiches 2026
Vietnamese authentic sandwich Bánh mì has been ranked among the world’s best sandwiches and wraps, earning three positions on TasteAtlas’ 2026 list. Based on this year’s list, Turkey’s Tombik Döner is at the top of the ranking, while Lebanon’s Shawarma secured fourth place. These rankings aim to highlight popular sandwiches and wraps from different continents, curated by international and local food enthusiasts, while helping local foods gain wider recognition.
Vietnam breaks into world’s top 10 steel producers
For the first time, Vietnam entered the top 10 of the world’s crude steel producers, according to a report published by the World Steel Association (Worldsteel) on 22 May.
WHO supports Vietnam’s Ebola preparedness despite low global risk
On May 23, the World Health Organisation (WHO) classified the global threat posed by the recent Ebola outbreak as low, including for Vietnam, while commending Vietnamese health authorities for swiftly strengthening preparedness and response measures.
Vietnam to nurture maritime growth through finance infrastructure
On May 16, the Ho Chi Minh City Business Association (HUBA) convened key stakeholders, economic experts, local businesses and investors for a forum themed “Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC) in Ho Chi Minh City – Opportunities for Businesses”.
Vietnam FM visits Pyongyang, reaffirms bilateral ties
Vietnamese Foreign Minister Lê Hoài Trung, who serves as Special Envoy of General Secretary and President Tô Lâm, visited the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) on May 13.
Hanoi to launch HalalViet Centre, eyeing global halal supply chain
Vietnam is set to debut the HalalViet Promotion and Experience Centre on May 15 in Hanoi. Organised by the Vietnam Institute of Strategy and Policy for Industry and Trade (VIOIT) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the launch will serve as a platform for business networking and Halal cultural experiences.