Da Nang promotes e-commerce and digital payments to drive economic growth
The central city aims for the digital economy to contribute 27% of its GRDP.
Vietnam and Amazon launch program to help young entrepreneurs go global
The programme targets businesses with promising products that have established domestic online sales and are seeking to expand their operations globally.
Hanoi launches TikTok channel to promote OCOP products and boost e-commerce
The program aims to translate national and municipal policies on digital transformation, the digital economy and e-commerce into practical initiatives, while implementing Hanoi’s plans for developing digital commerce.
Vietnam’s e-commerce market records strong growth in first half of 2026
Total gross merchandise value (GMV) on four major e-commerce platforms in Vietnam — Shopee, TikTok Shop, Lazada and Tiki - reaching $10-11.1 billion.
Smarter selling
Customer attraction and retention, getting the best out of AI, and navigating a more stringent regulatory environment count among the key factors driving a changeable e-commerce space.
Quality the selling point
A recent e-commerce report found that four platforms continue to dominate the market, while revenue growth is outstripping volume growth.
Convenience stores remain customers' preferred choice
A recent InsightAsia study found that customers are spending more and more time inside convenience stores, and not always for shopping.
HCM City's e-commerce retail sales expected to grow 25% annually
The southern metropolis has unveiled its 2026–2030 Master Plan for E-commerce Development.
Hanoi promotes AI and e-commerce adoption to drive double-digit growth among SMEs
The capital is currently home to 221 science and technology enterprises, more than 1,000 innovative start-ups and nearly 11,000 digital technology companies.
Hanoi launches pilot digital consumption initiative to promote transparent e-commerce
The program aiming not only to establish an additional online sales channel but also to build a safe, transparent and traceable digital consumption ecosystem under the supervision of the municipal government.
Vietnam’s online electronics and home appliance sales reach $395mln in 4M
The figures underscoring the continued expansion of Vietnam's e-commerce sector.
Ha Tinh targets $4 bln in export turnover by 2030
A significant part of this strategy involves digitalizing local commerce, with a target of having 80% to 90% of "One Commune, One Product" (OCOP) items and typical rural industrial products featured on e-commerce platforms.
Vietnam eyes leadership in Southeast Asia’s e-commerce export market
E-commerce exports considered as a new growth engine for Vietnam’s digital economy.
Benefits from e-commerce for furniture and fashion exporters
E-commerce has proven to be a boon for MSMEs in Vietnam’s furniture and fashion exports and the room for continued growth is substantial.
Online retail platforms post strong Q1 growth
Total Q1 revenue from Vietnam’s four major e-commerce platforms - Shopee, Lazada, Tiki and TikTok Shop - reaching VND148.6 trillion ($5.8 billion).
Vietnam emerges as a key retail growth market amid APAC’s digital transformation
Vietnam is rapidly positioning itself as one of the most dynamic retail markets in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, driven by strong economic growth, rising consumer incomes, and accelerated adoption of digital technologies...
Authenticity-driven e-commerce in Southeast Asia strongly grows
The total value of authentic product transactions through online stores is projected to account for 55 per cent of the total e-commerce market in the region by 2030, equivalent to $150 billion...
Investment policy for over $1-billion route connecting Gia Binh airport with Hanoi approved
The project will be invested under the public-private partnership (PPP) form, and Build-Transfer (BT) contract...
Urgent need to create a transparent legal corridor for e-commerce
The draft Law on E-commerce submitted by the Government to the National Assembly on November 3 is expected to create a level and transparent playing field, protect consumers and promote the development of the digital economy...
Vietnam's e-commerce ecosystem shows strongest growth optimism in Southeast Asia: report
"The Next Leap for E-Commerce in Southeast Asia” report was released recently by Blackbox Research.