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Taking convenience a step further
Participants at a recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum shared their thoughts on promoting cross-border QR code payments.
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Air transport projected to grow 13% in 2026
The CAAV forecasts that the market will reach roughly 94 million passengers and over 1.6 million metric tons of cargo for the full year 2026, marking gains of 13% and 9.3%, respectively, compared to 2025.
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Social housing loan interest rate set at 6.5% per annum, after six adjustments
The initial scale of the social housing loan program was VND120 trillion (nearly $4.62 billion), with participation from four state-owned commercial banks.
Enterprises to be empowered to set fuel prices
A draft decree grants pricing authority to enterprises, but price calculations must adhere to the formula prescribed by the state.
Broader access to purchasing power
A recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum heard how Vietnam’s cross-border QR payment system is entering a new era of expansion.
Vietnam's securities accounts surpass 14.1 million
Domestic individual investors overwhelming the market with around 14 million accounts.
Criteria set for special economic zones and free trade zone
Newly-issued Decree No. 378/2026/ND-CP provides detailed regulations and implementation measures for the Law on Urban Development,
Irish grass-fed beef debuts in HCMC
The market opening comes as agri-food trade between Vietnam and Ireland sees expanding growth potential, enabling Irish exporters to access Vietnamese consumers seeking premium beef products.
Edging upwards in real estate transparency
Vietnam was among ten countries and territories to improve its score in JLL’s Global Real Estate Transparency Index 2026 the most, though it remains in the “Semi-Transparent” category.