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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.
Construction of $130m IP commences in Hai Phong
The northern port city's new industrial park is expected to be ready to welcome first investors in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Vietnam, EU expand strategic technology and innovation cooperation
Both sides identifying strategic sectors such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and digital infrastructure as key priorities for future collaboration.
2026 supporting industry infrastructure map unveiled to boost global supply chain integration
This initiative aims to increase localization rates, enhance the competitiveness of Vietnamese firms, promote exports, and gradually help local businesses integrate more deeply into global supply chains.
Vietnam expected to retain position as world’s second-largest coffee producer in 2025/26 crop
The country's coffee export revenue reached $3.6 billion in the first four months of 2026.
Vietnamese agricultural exporters advised to adapt to new regulations from China
China introduces new import regulations and updated sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) requirements.
Car sales hit 126,800 in first four months of 2026
The figure representing a year-on-year increase of 25%.