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24-07-2025
National E-commerce Development Master Plan (2026–2030) Approved
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has issued Decision No. 1568/QĐ-BCT approving the National Master Plan on E-commerce Development for the 2026–2030 period. The plan is built on the principle that e-commerce is a pioneering sector of the digital economy, playing a key role in transforming the growth model, enhancing competitiveness, and promoting sustainable development. Accordingly, the development of e-commerce in the upcoming period is positioned in close alignment with key national strategies and programs such as the National Digital Transformation Program, the Strategy for Digital Economy and Digital Society Development, and sectoral initiatives under the Ministry of Industry and Trade....
03-07-2025
VECOM contributes at the consultation conference on the draft E-Commerce Law
According to Vietnam E-Business Report 2025 , the scale of Vietnam’s e-commerce market in 2024 reached USD 32 billion, with a growth rate of 27%. Of this, online retail sales amounted to USD 22.5 billion, marking a 30% increase compared to the previous year. The e-commerce market continues to be an attractive destination for many foreign investors, enabling Vietnamese consumers to easily access a wide variety of domestic and international products. Vietnamese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have effectively leveraged modern digital platforms to expand their product distribution channels and grow their businesses. With the goal of institutionalizing the Party's guidelines and...
30-06-2025
The Business Community Actively Contributes Feedback on the Draft E-Commerce Law
The Seminar on Contributing Feedback to the Draft E-Commerce Law, Organized by VECOM on the Morning of June 28, 2025, Attracted Strong Interest and Active Participation from the E-Commerce Business Community. Mr. Trần Trọng Tuyến, Vice President of the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM), delivered the opening remarks of the program. Mr. Trần Văn Trọng, Secretary General of VECOM and a member of the Drafting Committee, gave an overview of the Draft E-Commerce Law and the drafting process. He shared: "Since 2024, the Vietnam E-commerce Association has held numerous meetings and provided feedback on major proposals for the E-Commerce Law. On April 9, 2025,...
26-06-2025
VECOM organizes a seminar to gather public input on the draft E-Commerce Law.
The popularization and rapid development phase of Vietnam's e-commerce began two decades ago with the introduction of the Master Plan for E-Commerce Development for the 2006–2010 period and Decree No. 57/2006/ND-CP on e-commerce. By 2025, Vietnam’s e-commerce sector has achieved a significant position within the broader context of commerce and the digital economy.The issuance of key policies and legal documents on taxation, customs, and import-export at the end of 2024 — effective from 2025 — marks the beginning of a new phase for e-commerce. At the same time, the National Master Plan for E-Commerce Development for the 2026–2030 period, along...
07-05-2025
VOBF 2025: Closing with “Victory in the AI Era”
Hanoi, April 25, 2025: Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM) organized the annual event: Vietnam Online Business Forum 2025 (VOBF 2025) with the theme "Victory in the AI era", before that the Forum was also held in Ho Chi Minh City on the morning of April 22, 2025. The entire program took place with a scale of more than 1,500 delegates from agencies, organizations, businesses, and individuals operating in the field of E-commerce in Vietnam and internationally. The Forum in Hanoi The Forum in HCMC The Vietnam Online Business Forum (VOBF) is an annual event that brings together a large number of e-commerce communities. After...
07-05-2025
Work Plan 2025
The 5th VECOM Executive Committee Meeting of the 4th term took place on January 3, 2025 in Quang Ninh. This is an annual event, solemnly and meaningfully organized with the participation of the 4th term Executive Committee members, the Senior Advisory Council on E-commerce, the E-commerce Training Institutions Network, a number of close members and partners of VECOM. At the Conference, VECOM summarized and evaluated the results achieved in 2024 and approved the Work Plan for 2025. This plan is built according to the Operational Direction approved at the 4th National Congress of the Vietnam E-commerce Association, the implementation status of...
07-05-2025
Vietnam E-Business Report 2025
Download here Vietnam’s e-commerce in 2024 was uplifted and reinforced at a solid position, attributed by the annual growth rate up to 27% and the online retail market size reaching 32 billion USD. On that context alongside many policies and legal documents being effective or promulgated in 2025, VECOM assesses that Vietnam's e-commerce is about to enter the fourth phase - the stage of rapid and sustainable e-commerce development. Back in 2015, VECOM assessed that the period from 1998 to 2005 was the formation of e-commerce with prominent activities of building infrastructure for e-commerce. In this first stage, information technology and...
21-11-2024
UNITOUR 2024 at Vietnam Academy of Policy and Development
On October 10, 2024, the Vietnam E-commerce Association collaborated with the Vietnam Academy of Policy and Development to organize the Unitour 2024 program with the theme "Catch the Trend - Lead the Future." The event attracted a large participation of over 400 students, experts, and those interested in the field of e-commerce. Opening the program, Dr. Nguyen The Hung, Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Policy and Development, delivered a warm welcome speech. He emphasized the necessity of grasping new trends in digital business and encouraged students to proactively learn and apply this knowledge in practice. Following this, Mr. Tran Van...
21-11-2024
UNITOUR 2024 at University of Information Technology, VNU-HCM and Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade
The Unitour 2024 program was a resounding success with its stops at the University of Information Technology, VNU-HCM on October 30th and Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade on November 1st. The event attracted over 400 students from each university, creating a vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere. Unitour is an event within the series of activities of the Digital Business Contest 2024, aiming to connect students with businesses and provide learning opportunities about startups and business. This event typically includes activities such as seminars, recruitment booths, skill workshops, and networking programs between students and entrepreneurs. In 2023, E-Unitour was...
19-11-2024
Unitour 2024 at Thu Dau Mot University and Ha University of Mining and Geology
Thu Dau Mot University and Ha Noi University of Mining and Geology recently successfully organized the Unitour program "Catch the Trend - Lead the Future," attracting the attention of hundreds of young people. The program brought a vibrant atmosphere, where students had the opportunity to learn more about the learning environment, career opportunities, and attractive skills at the university before embarking on their careers. According to Dr. Dao Anh Tuan, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, University of Mining and Geology: "Facing the endless opportunities of e-commerce, young people need to equip themselves with the necessary knowledge...
19-11-2024
UNITOUR 2024 Makes its Mark at Phenikaa University
On November 6, 2024, the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM) held the Unitour 2024 program at Phenikaa University, attracting 800 students with a series of practical learning and networking activities in the field of E-commerce and Digital Business. The program was designed to convey the latest trends and necessary skills for the younger generation, creating a foundation for students to access career opportunities and personal development. At the beginning of the program, Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Hieu, Vice President of Phenikaa University, delivered a welcoming speech with insightful messages. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Hieu expressed his delight that Unitour 2024 was held...
19-11-2024
UNITOUR 2024 at University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City and Hong Bang International University
The Unitour 2024 program was a resounding success in Ho Chi Minh City, with impressive stops at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City on October 28th and Hong Bang International University on October 29th. This event was not merely a networking opportunity but also a valuable chance for students to learn about academic programs and career development. At the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, the program attracted over 500 students, creating a vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere. Students not only listened to presentations from prestigious speakers but also participated in engaging interactive activities, expanding their knowledge and connecting...
