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A driving force for green transition
Vietnam has officially introduced a carbon exchange, marking a major step toward its net-zero goals and a market-driven approach to reducing emissions.
Digital Biz
Next Wave of Startups 2026 adopts accelerator model
After several alumni secured funding, expanded into new markets, and advanced product commercialization, Next Wave of Startups is launching its 2026 edition as an accelerator program focused on long-term startup growth.
Vietnam Today
PM orders faster implementation of science, technology and digital transformation initiatives
The Prime Minister's Directive No. 29/CT-TTg underscores the government's determination to accelerate Vietnam's digital transformation agenda and strengthen its innovation ecosystem as key pillars of long-term economic development and public sector modernization.
Investment
Quang Tri advances plan for integrated free trade zone
Under the proposed plan, the free trade zone will cover approximately 2,785 hectares and be divided into two key functional areas.
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Financial architecture for economic growth
As Vietnam looks to modernize its growth model, policymakers are betting that International Financial Centers in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang can help channel the capital needed to power the country’s next stage of economic development.
Vietnam Today
Proposal for a 7.8% increase in regional minimum wage for 2027 agreed upon
The proposal was agreed upon during the National Wage Council 's second meeting on July 16 and would increase monthly minimum wages by between VND340,000 ($12.94) and VND390,000 ($14.85), depending on the applicable regional wage zone.
Digital Biz
HCM City earmarks $485mln for science, technology and digital transformation in 2026
The city ranks second nationwide in Vietnam's Provincial Innovation Index and has entered the world's top 100 startup ecosystems for the first time.
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Vietnam Today
PM orders faster implementation of science, technology and digital transformation initiatives
The Prime Minister's Directive No. 29/CT-TTg underscores the government's determination to accelerate Vietnam's digital transformation agenda and strengthen its innovation ecosystem as key pillars of long-term economic development and public sector modernization.
Investment
A driving force for green transition
Vietnam has officially introduced a carbon exchange, marking a major step toward its net-zero goals and a market-driven approach to reducing emissions.
Green Economy
Banking & Finance
A driving force for green transition
Vietnam has officially introduced a carbon exchange, marking a major step toward its net-zero goals and a market-driven approach to reducing emissions.
Business
A driving force for green transition
Vietnam has officially introduced a carbon exchange, marking a major step toward its net-zero goals and a market-driven approach to reducing emissions.
PM orders faster implementation of science, technology and digital transformation initiatives
The Prime Minister's Directive No. 29/CT-TTg underscores the government's determination to accelerate Vietnam's digital transformation agenda and strengthen its innovation ecosystem as key pillars of long-term economic development and public sector modernization.
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Biz Traveler
Hue welcomed more than 4.3 million visitors in first half of 2026
Central Hue city’s tourism industry posted strong growth in the first half of 2026, with visitor arrivals exceeding 4.3 million, up 30% from the same period last year, according to the city's Department of Tourism.
Society
Proposal for a 7.8% increase in regional minimum wage for 2027 agreed upon
The proposal was agreed upon during the National Wage Council 's second meeting on July 16 and would increase monthly minimum wages by between VND340,000 ($12.94) and VND390,000 ($14.85), depending on the applicable regional wage zone.
