AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRetail Pulse: Vietnam’s retail sales of goods and consumer services hit about 3.18 quadrillion VND in the first five months, up 11.2% year-on-year, with goods sales leading and accommodation/catering also rising. Customs Update: A new customs penalty regime under Decree 169/2026/ND-CP kicks in July 1, shifting how reporting errors, exemptions, and digital enforcement are handled for importers and exporters. Party & Labour: Hanoi hosted the 14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress (2026–2031), with leaders highlighting wider collective labour agreement coverage and major worker welfare spending. Tech & Investment: Ho Chi Minh City is pulling in high-tech FDI, especially data centres and AI-linked projects, as firms chase digital infrastructure. Tourism Watch: Phu Quoc and Da Nang are leading Vietnam’s summer travel surge, while Da Nang prepares for the 2026 Asian Film Festival (June 28–July 4). Regional Ties: Vietnam and the Philippines elevated relations to an Enhanced Strategic Partnership during President To Lam’s state visit, with South China Sea security in focus.
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