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A driving force for green transition
Vietnam has officially introduced a carbon exchange, marking a major step toward its net-zero goals and a market-driven approach to reducing emissions.
Digital Biz
Next Wave of Startups 2026 adopts accelerator model
After several alumni secured funding, expanded into new markets, and advanced product commercialization, Next Wave of Startups is launching its 2026 edition as an accelerator program focused on long-term startup growth.
Vietnam Today
Proposal for a 7.8% increase in regional minimum wage for 2027 agreed upon
The proposal was agreed upon during the National Wage Council 's second meeting on July 16 and would increase monthly minimum wages by between VND340,000 ($12.94) and VND390,000 ($14.85), depending on the applicable regional wage zone.
CPI up 3.2% in 10M
Core inflation put at 4.38% in the period.
Ha Tinh seeks closure of polluting iron ore mine
An estimated 3-4 million sq m of wastewater will be released into the sea each day if the postponed mine in the north-central province was to become operational again.
Health Ministry pledges favorable conditions for pharmaceutical firms
Ministry focusing on accelerating administrative reforms, improving the business and investment environment, and removing existing obstacles.
Vietjet receives new A321neo ACF 240 aircraft
Aircraft delivery brings its fleet to 101, with a total of 384 on order.
2023 shrimp exports expected to hit $4.3bln
Total farmed shrimp output for the year is estimated to exceed 1 million tons.
Singapore to import 1.2 GW of primarily wind-generated electricity from Vietnam
Plan announced by Singapore’s Energy Market Authority on October 24.