AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSEA V Cup Volleyball: Vietnam’s women missed a chance to finish on top in Leg 1 after Thailand swept the hosts in straight sets (25-18, 25-17, 25-14) to take the opening-leg title in Hanoi. HCM City Energy Plan: Ho Chi Minh City is drafting a multi-pole national energy and industrial hub, with deep-water port areas earmarked for LNG, gas-to-power and specialised energy projects as it faces rising power demand from major investors. Trade & Market Strategy: Vietnamese firms are being urged to move beyond “make and ship” exports by building market-specific strategies, stronger trade promotion and long-term overseas partnerships. Netherlands–Vietnam Business Ties: Dutch businesses say they’re upbeat on Vietnam’s growth, pointing to reforms and plans for an international financial centre, as bilateral trade tops US$6.74 billion in the first five months. Long Thanh Airport Update: Contractors at Long Thanh International Airport are pushing to complete the passenger terminal for trial operations from September, with major civil works and key baggage-handling systems nearing completion. Vietnam–Taiwan Students: Taiwan’s education ministry says Vietnamese enrolment in 2025 rose to 52,974, surpassing 50,000 for the first time, driven by tech-focused education and affordable costs. EV Market Watch: Vietnam’s EV momentum is echoed by regional reporting, with July retail EV volumes crossing 30,000 units in India for the second straight month.
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