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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.
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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.
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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.
Quang Tri advances plan for integrated free trade zone
Under the proposed plan, the free trade zone will cover approximately 2,785 hectares and be divided into two key functional areas.
Financial architecture for economic growth
As Vietnam looks to modernize its growth model, policymakers are betting that International Financial Centers in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang can help channel the capital needed to power the country’s next stage of economic development.
HCM City earmarks $485mln for science, technology and digital transformation in 2026
The city ranks second nationwide in Vietnam's Provincial Innovation Index and has entered the world's top 100 startup ecosystems for the first time.
Six banks syndicate over $1 bln for HCMC-Trung Luong-My Thuan expressway expansion
The lending consortium includes Vietcombank as the lead arranger, alongside VietinBank, BIDV, Agribank, TPBank, and VPBank.
High-tech industries drive Ninh Binh’s trade value to over $32.4 bln
Several of the northern province's key export commodities recorded significant growth, with laptop exports up 90.3%, trucks 35.4%, and passenger vehicles with 10 or more seats 13.6%.
HCMC proposes monthly support of up to $2,300 for businesses hiring experts
The policy specifically targets individuals working on key digital product research and production projects, semiconductors, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems.