VET Exclusive
Opportunities and challenges ahead of Vietnam's economy
The positives in Vietnam’s economic performance in the first four months of 2026 were accompanied by a growing number of constraints.
Property
Bac Ninh announces housing projects open to foreign ownership
This move aims to improve the provincial investment environment and provide housing support for the foreign community currently living and working in the northern province.
Digital Biz
HCMC sets target of at least 50 science and technology tasks per year
The city aims to become a leading STI hub in Southeast Asia, possessing the capacity to research, master, and commercialize advanced technologies.
Society
Hanoi plans to support residents to transit to clean vehicles
Residents will get financial assistance when switching to electric motorbikes under a draft resolution aimed at accelerating the transition from fossil fuel-powered road vehicles to clean energy alternatives.
Banking & Finance
World Financial Innovation Series (WFIS) 2026 scheduled for May 19-20
This year’s program will focus on pivotal themes such as cloud-native banking, digital currencies, AI and data-driven personalization of financial services, cybersecurity management, financial inclusion, and the future of customer experience in the banking sector.
Property
Construction of $130m IP commences in Hai Phong
The northern port city's new industrial park is expected to be ready to welcome first investors in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Vietnam Today
Vietnam, EU expand strategic technology and innovation cooperation
Both sides identifying strategic sectors such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and digital infrastructure as key priorities for future collaboration.
VET Exclusive
Vietnam Today
Vietnamese agricultural exporters advised to adapt to new regulations from China
China introduces new import regulations and updated sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) requirements.
Investment
Opportunities and challenges ahead of Vietnam's economy
The positives in Vietnam’s economic performance in the first four months of 2026 were accompanied by a growing number of constraints.
Green Economy
Banking & Finance
Public investment disbursement remains low
As of May 7, total public investment disbursement reaching VND153.9 trillion (approximately $5.9 billion), equivalent to 15.2% of the annual plan assigned by the Prime Minister.
Business
Opportunities and challenges ahead of Vietnam's economy
The positives in Vietnam’s economic performance in the first four months of 2026 were accompanied by a growing number of constraints.
Bac Ninh announces housing projects open to foreign ownership
This move aims to improve the provincial investment environment and provide housing support for the foreign community currently living and working in the northern province.
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Biz Traveler
Hanoi aims for night economy to contribute 12% of GRDP by 2045
The capital city has approved the Night-Time Economic Development Plan for 2026–2030, with a vision to 2045.
Society
Hanoi plans to support residents to transit to clean vehicles
Residents will get financial assistance when switching to electric motorbikes under a draft resolution aimed at accelerating the transition from fossil fuel-powered road vehicles to clean energy alternatives.
