Banking & Finance
Regulations on gold trading tightened
The maximum fine of up to VND400 million (approximately $15,200) will be applied following a new decree issued by the Government.
Banking & Finance
Vietnam’s outstanding credit reaches $699 bln
The credit structure remains closely aligned with the country’s economic structure, effectively meeting the borrowing needs of both individuals and businesses.
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M&A transactions in uptrend
M&A transactions are on the rise and will continue upwards as 2025 comes to a close.
Police forces from 34 localities join national cybersecurity drill 2025
The exercise serves as a critical test of the nation’s defensive capabilities. It aims to enhance incident response skills at a time when cyberspace is becoming an increasingly dangerous and volatile front.
Online payment lessons from India
India’s adoption of a Unified Payments Interface (UPI) offers lessons for Vietnam as it looks to grow online payments.
Executive Council of Vietnam's International Financial Center set up
The council is tasked with setting development strategies, roadmaps, and plans for the International Financial Center.
Shift towards merchant-based QR payments
Questions regarding transparency and data acquisition count among the issues to be addressed as QR payments grow in popularity.
PM outlines tasks to promote economic growth
One of main tasks is urgently proposing the establishment of a national gold exchange.
Vietnam Economy in 2025 and Prospects in 2026 Forum opens
Experts at the Forum agreed that green transformation and the circular economy represent the only viable path for Vietnam to achieve high growth in tandem with sustainable development in the digital era