Banking & Finance
Ho Chi Minh City banks disburse $10.3 billion in H1 loans
The financing has enabled businesses to expand production and commercial activities.
Vietnam Today
Government's new action plan for combatting money laundering and terrorism financing adopted
The plan aims to remove Viet Nam from the list of countries subject to increased monitoring issued by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) – a global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog.
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Attractive offerings from Vietnam's International Financial Center
As the International Financial Center in Vietnam comes into being, the task now at hand is shaping core product portfolios that appeal to investors.
Corporate bond issuance rises in May as real estate firms increase fundraising
Total corporate bond issuance in May reaching VND40.26 trillion ($1.53 billion), up 21.5% from the previous month.
Ministry proposes special mechanism for North-South Expressway expansion
Under the medium-term public investment plan for the 2026–2030 period, the Ministry of Construction has organized the preparation of a pre-feasibility study to widen sections of the Eastern North-South Expressway.
UK supports Vietnam’s economic transformation through its financial services sector
As a Comprehensive Strategic Partner of Vietnam, the UK is supporting the country's economic transformation through its financial services sector, as well as through investment, expertise, innovation, and long-term institutional cooperation.
Strengthening banking cybersecurity
Rising cases of AI-driven fraud are putting pressure on banks to bolster their cybersecurity capabilities.
Central bank proposes easing rules for foreign exchange agents
The move aiming to reduce business conditions, simplify administrative procedures and expand foreign exchange services at locations frequented by international visitors.
Vietnam raises over $6bln through Government bond auctions in 5M
The figure equivalent to 32% of the annual plan.