Banking & Finance
Corporate bond issuances total $4.6 bln in 5M
Banking sector accounting for the largest proportion with 67.1%.
Digital Biz
Legal framework key to Da Nang's digital asset hub ambitions
Da Nang has approved a controlled pilot mechanism for a stablecoin payment project. This model allows international tourists visiting the city to make payments using USDT.
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Banking sector’s commitment to green growth
The State Bank of Vietnam has introduced an action plan to ensure sustainability within the country’s financial system.
Tax reforms under discussion
A number of draft laws on tax matters recently went before the National Assembly Standing Committee for consideration and comment.
Standard Chartered forecasts strong growth for Vietnam in Q1
The country’s GDP growing by 7.7% in the first quarter of this year, up from 7.6% in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Over $4.2 bln worth of Government bonds raised in Q1
The figure being equivalent to 22.09% of the annual plan.
Investment to ensure sustainable growth
Investment in education and infrastructure is crucial for driving long-term sustainable economic growth, fostering innovation, and improving workforce capabilities.
First meeting of the Steering Committee on the Regional and International Financial Centers in Vietnam held
PM Pham Minh Chinh stressed the importance of fostering public-private partnerships, mobilizing resources from businesses and the public, and building an advanced financial center.
Domestic gold prices hit new high in line with global moves
The global gold prices forecast to keep increasing, following reciprocal tariff plans announced by US President Trump.