Digital Biz
Da Nang promotes e-commerce and digital payments to drive economic growth
The central city aims for the digital economy to contribute 27% of its GRDP.
Business
Da Nang revamps foreign aid strategy to target green economy, sustainable growth
The strategic shift was highlighted at the international workshop "Foreign NGO Affairs in the New Context Toward a Green Economy, Circular Economy, and Sustainable Development – An Inevitable Global Trend," in Da Nang on October 22.
Vietnam Today
Vietnamese, Belgian leaders agree to enhance multifaceted collaboration
At their talks in Brussels on October 23, in terms of the economy, trade and investment, the two leaders called for breakthroughs and larger-scale strategic projects in areas where Belgium has traditional strengths and Vietnam has pressing needs, including seaport development, smart logistics chains, green energy, eco-industrial parks and climate-resilient high-tech agriculture.
Valuable visibility
Vietnamese brands account for more than half of AI citations in Vietnam, but visibility remains concentrated among a small group of brands, publishers, and platforms, a recent report found.
Interconnected assistance
AI is becoming a lot more involved in customer interactions and the purchasing journey as retailers continue to access its benefits.
Joint press release on top Vietnamese leader's official visit to European Union
The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the partnership, including through Global Gateway investments and the Just Energy Transition Partnership.
Vietnam waives work permits for 18 foreign worker groups
A new decree officially specifies 18 categories of foreign employees who are exempt from work permit requirements...
Ho Chi Minh City and ACV partner to boost tourism and air connectivity
The agreement focuses on attracting more flights to HCM City and neighbouring destinations, promoting tourism at airports, sharing market data and improving passenger experiences.
VSBF 2026 addresses digital finance and sustainable growth in Vietnam
The two-day VSBF 2026 symposium convened leading domestic and international regulatory experts, economists, and researchers for in-depth academic deliberations.