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People & preservation of marine resources
Skilled workers will be in significant demand as Vietnam grows its blue economy, within which coastal communities will also play a key role.
Digital Biz
Three startups win investment pitch at 2026 Vietnam-Korea AI & Digital Forum
Three startups, including two from Vietnam, selected and awarded at the IR Pitching 2026 competition will receive free workspace support at South Korea's NIPA headquarters throughout 2027 to access the South Korean tech ecosystem, expand partner networks, and explore international market opportunities.
Banking & Finance
Vietnam cuts special consumption tax on petrol to zero
The tax reduction taking effective from November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 as part of measures to stabilize the market.
Vietnam cuts average retail electricity price by 2% from November 1
The reduction marking the first time the average electricity price has been lowered in 20 years.
Natural advantages as competitive strengths
The focus of coastal tourism must shift from tourist volumes to destination value, accessing the country’s cultural identity and offering specific visitor experiences to stand out from the crowd.
Vietnam’s stock market capitalization reaches $386 billion
The value is equivalent to 79.1% of estimated 2025 GDP.
Window of opportunity
Policies and plans are set to make offshore wind a driver of the blue marine economy.
Quang Tri province breaks ground on $613m tourism complex
The complex is expected to welcome approximately five million visitors annually.
HCM City International Financial Center targets first transactions in November
The push for early transactions must go hand in hand with full compliance with regulations on licensing, financial safety, foreign exchange management, anti-money laundering and investor protection.