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Opportunities and challenges ahead of Vietnam's economy
The positives in Vietnam’s economic performance in the first four months of 2026 were accompanied by a growing number of constraints.
Society
Hanoi plans to support residents to transit to clean vehicles
Residents will get financial assistance when switching to electric motorbikes under a draft resolution aimed at accelerating the transition from fossil fuel-powered road vehicles to clean energy alternatives.
Banking & Finance
World Financial Innovation Series (WFIS) 2026 scheduled for May 19-20
This year’s program will focus on pivotal themes such as cloud-native banking, digital currencies, AI and data-driven personalization of financial services, cybersecurity management, financial inclusion, and the future of customer experience in the banking sector.
Vietnam officially recognises National Logistics Day and Logistics Week
May 6 each year will be observed as Vietnam Logistics Day.
Clear strategic benefits from Vietnam - Russia energy cooperation
Energy cooperation between Vietnam and Russia has been steadily moving from traditional frameworks to new endeavors.
Over 95% of Vietnam’s population to access airport within 100 kilometer radius by 2030
The figure is equal to other countries in Asia (Japan 99 per cent, South Korea 100 per cent, China 73.37 per cent, Malaysia 98.13 per cent, the Philippines 93.62 per cent and Thailand 88 per cent).
Vietnam-Sri Lanka Business Forum held in Colombo
At the event, a direct flight route between Ho Chi Minh City and Colombo was officially launched by Vietnam Airlines that is expected to commence operations in August 2026.
Three firms approved to develop pilot commercial housing projects in Hai Phong
The projects will be developed through agreements on land-use rights transfers or on land already under legal use rights.
Finance and beyond support for Vietnam's startups
The newly-launched Ho Chi Minh City Venture Capital Fund is expected to attract private capital and support innovation and technology startups within the ecosystem in various ways.