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Vietnam Airlines Invests USD 3.6 Billion to Modernize Fleet with 50 Boeing 737-8 Jets

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Defense/Aerospace

Vietnam Airlines (VNA) has announced a significant investment exceeding USD 3.6 billion to purchase 50 Boeing 737-8 aircraft as part of its fleet development strategy for ...

Vietnam Posts 7.52% GDP Growth in H1 2025, Highest in 15 Years

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Economy

Vietnam’s economy expanded by 7.52% in the first half of 2025, the highest H1 growth rate recorded between 2011 and 2025, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO). ...

Vietnam and the UK Explore Offshore Wind Energy Collaboration

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Energy

From 16 to 23 June, 2025, a Vietnamese energy delegation visited the UK to explore cooperation opportunities in offshore wind energy production. Organized by the British ...

Vietnam’s Leading Hospital Strengthens Ties with UK Partners for Medical Advancements

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Healthcare

A delegation from 108 Military Central Hospital (Hospital 108) in Hanoi, led by Director – Major General Dr. Le Huu Song, visited the UK from 10 to 13 June to enhance ...

Vietnam and the US Strengthen Agricultural Trade Ties with USD 3 Billion in New Deals

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Agrifood

June 2025 marked a new milestone for Vietnam and the US agricultural trade ties when 20 new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth USD 3 billion was signed between between ...

Sweden’s SYRE IMPACT to Invest USD 1 Billion in Polyester Recycling Facility in Binh Dinh

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Environment

Authorities in Binh Dinh (Gia Lai) province have granted Sweden-based SYRE IMPACT AB an investment registration certificate for a USD 1 billion polyester recycling and ...

Vietnam Launches USD 38.4 Billion Fund to Drive Digital Transformation

Jul 2025 Vietnam, ICT

Vietnam has officially launched the National Data Development Fund with an initial capital of VND1 trillion (approximately USD 38.4 million), aimed at accelerating the ...

Vietnam to Invest USD 2.6 Billion in Upgrading Hai Phong Port System by 2030

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Infrastructure

The Ministry of Construction has greenlit a major VND 66 trillion (USD 2.6 billion) investment plan to expand and upgrade Hai Phong’s port infrastructure by 2030. The ...

Vietnam Remains Attractive to Global Manufacturers Despite US Tariffs

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Manufacturing

Despite the challenges posed by US tariffs, Vietnam continues to attract foreign investment, particularly in manufacturing and industrial real estate. The country’s ...

Unilever Vietnam Expands Investment in Ho Chi Minh City Plant

Jul 2025 Vietnam, Retail/FMCG

Unilever Vietnam is ramping up its investment in its manufacturing operations in Ho Chi Minh City, with plans to raise capital for its Cu Chi factory to nearly USD 120 ...

Indonesian Navy Chooses French Company for Advanced Unmanned Mine Countermeasure Systems

Jul 2025 Indonesia, Defense/Aerospace

Exail, a French company specializing in advanced maritime robotics and autonomous systems, will supply the Indonesian Navy with a next-generation Unmanned Mine ...

Indonesia and Singapore Agree to Strengthen Energy Cooperation

Jul 2025 Indonesia, Energy

Indonesia and Singapore have reached an agreement to enhance energy cooperation, focusing on clean energy exports and the development of a renewable energy-based industrial ...

Indonesia and the EU Establish Investment Desk to Enhance European Business Engagement

Jul 2025 Indonesia, Economy

Indonesia and the European Union (EU) have set up a dedicated investment desk to facilitate increased investment from EU member states, according to Indonesia’s Investment ...

Islamic Services of America Expands Global Halal Presence to Indonesia

Jul 2025 Indonesia, Agrifood

Islamic Services of America (ISA), a U.S.-based pioneer in Halal certification since 1975, strengthened its international presence by signing a Letter of Intent (LOI) with ...

Botanical Essentials Unveils Immersive Fragrance Installation for New Collection

Jul 2025 Indonesia, Retail/FMCG

Indonesian self-care brand Botanical Essentials, in collaboration with experience curator Haluu, has launched Scentarium: A Life Journey through Scent. This immersive ...

Largest Integrated Solar Panel Manufacturing Facility Opens in Indonesia

Jul 2025 Indonesia, Manufacturing

In June, Indonesia inaugurated its largest and first fully integrated solar cell and module manufacturing facility, PT Trina Mas Agra Indonesia (TMAI), situated in the Kendal ...

Al Qilaa Announces USD 2.5 Billion Housing Initiative in Indonesia

Jul 2025 Indonesia, Infrastructure

Qatari firm Al Qilaa, operating through its Indonesian subsidiary Al Qilaa International Indonesia, intends to develop 50,000 affordable apartment units in the first phase of ...

Indonesia and the UK Explore Collaboration in AI and Digital Technology

Jul 2025 Indonesia, ICT

During London Tech Week 2025, Indonesia’s Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs explored opportunities for collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI) with ...

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