Vietnam vehicle market expands 8% in March

Vietnam’s new vehicle market expanded by 8% to 26,079 units in March 2025 from 24,133 units a year earlier, according to wholesale data released by the Vietnam Automotive Manufacturers Association (VAMA).
Government proposes allowing Prime Minister to approve nuclear power projects

The Vietnamese Government has proposed granting the Prime Minister authority to approve nuclear power plant investment proposals, which currently come under the jurisdiction of the National Assembly (NA), in a draft revision of the Atomic Energy Law.
Vietnam Energy Update: Canon Vietnam Leverages Solar and Smart Energy Innovations to Slash Electricity Use by 11%

Canon Vietnam Co., Ltd., one of the country’s leading Japanese FDI enterprises, has significantly enhanced its energy efficiency over the past five years, with a strong focus on solar power and intelligent energy systems.
BESS Task Force to accelerate Vietnam’s clean energy transition

The inaugural technical meeting marked a critical milestone in providing advisory support for Vietnam’s efforts to integrate renewable energy and strengthen grid resilience in alignment with the national Power Development Plan 8 (PDP8).
Hanoi aims for 100% electric buses by 2030

The Hanoi People’s Committee has issued a directive outlining the city’s roadmap for transitioning its public bus fleet to electric and green energy vehicles.
Hai Duong Industries Pioneer Energy-Efficient Solutions to Cut Costs and Reduce Grid Pressure Amid Rising Fuel Prices

As one of the provinces with high electricity demand, Hai Duong records industrial, manufacturing, and construction sectors consuming approximately 70% of its total annual electricity usage. In response, local enterprises are adopting innovative energy-saving measures that not only benefit the businesses but also support broader energy conservation goals.
Petrovietnam, Petronas Extend PSC for Offshore Block

Vietnam’s state oil firm Petrovietnam and Malaysia’s Petronas signed a deal to extend their long-standing Production Sharing Contract for an offshore oil block that overlaps a maritime boundary between the two countries, Petrovietnam said on Wednesday.
Ho Chi Minh City residents face record high electricity bills amid intense heatwave

Recent statistics indicated a sharp increase in electricity consumption, signaling that consumers will face much higher costs than the average monthly bills.