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Hanoi's fiscal capacity and its ambitious metro line scheme
Hanoi’s ambitious metro line expansion will require far more than fiscal capacity and new financing tools to deliver on its promise.
Banking & Finance
Vietnam, Singapore launch cross-border QR payment service
The new service links the payment infrastructures of Vietnam's National Payment Corporation (NAPAS) and Singapore-based Liquid Group.
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For better development of the International Financial Center in Vietnam
Vietnam needs to make comprehensive and well-coordinated preparations in order to successfully develop its International Financial Center and secure a competitive position on the regional financial map.
Carbon credit exchange and green finance products planned for IFC
This proposal is a key component of a draft decree currently undergoing consultation before it is submitted to the Government.
Over $1bln worth of Government bonds raised in July
Ten-year bonds dominated the market, accounting for 84% of the issuance.
For Vietnam’s sustainable finance agenda
Ms. Nguyen Thuy Hanh, CEO and Head of Banking & Coverage, Corporate and Investment Banking, at Standard Chartered Vietnam, tells Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy how the bank is supporting Vietnam’s sustainable finance agenda and accelerating its net-zero transition.
Gold price in Vietnam hits new record high
The selling price exceeding VND124.4 million ($4,730) per tael.
Nearly $15 bln of public investment capital disbursed in 7M
The figure equal to 39.5% of the annual plan.
CPI increases 3.26% in 7M
The growth was driven primarily by higher costs in housing repairs, food, and dining services.