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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.
New industrial parks to be developed to attract investors
Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha approving a number of IPs in Hai Phong, Da Nang, Can Tho and Dak Lak.
Bac Ninh attracts new investment capital of $1.8 bln
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) capital accounted for $1.67 billion.
Thanh Hoa province targets 11% in 2025 GRDP growth
The province recording GRDP growth of 12.16% in 2024, ranking second among the 63 centrally-run cities and provinces nationwide.
More support from the Government for semiconductor and AI investors
The government recently issued a decree providing financial support up to 50% of initial investment costs for enterprises undertaking research and development projects in the semiconductor and artificial intelligence industries.
Binh Duong attracts $1.7 bln in domestic investment
The southern province has granted investment certificates to more than 20 domestic projects.
Vietnam's PMI drops below the 50.0 no-change mark in December
The reading signaled a fractional deterioration in overall business conditions at the end of the year.