Digital Biz
Vietnam eyes official launch of crypto asset market in Q3 2026
The market operating under a framework designed to ensure safety and transparency.
Investment
Hanoi approves investment policy for 6 key projects
During the second session of the 17th Hanoi People’s Council (2026–2031 tenure), a resolution on the adjusted investment policies for six major projects across the city was approved.
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All public services and transactions to be fully digitalized
By December 2026, the Ministry of Public Security will coordinate with ministries, sectors, and localities to integrate identity accounts, including those for organizations and foreigners, into public services.
VASEP proposes removing barriers to reach $12 billion in seafood exports by 2026
The industry currently faces significant hurdles, including shortages of raw materials and labor, high production costs, disease outbreaks, and trade defense investigations.
VET to host Vietnam Connect Forum 2026
The forum aims to foster collaboration between domestic and foreign-invested economic sectors to create a breakthrough for sustainable growth. It will be followed by the 25th Golden Dragon Awards where 50 outstanding FDI enterprises will be announced.
More export opportunities from the UK for Vietnamese firms, despite high compliance barriers
Vietnam-UK bilateral trade reaching approximately $9.3 billion in 2025, up 10% year-on-year.
Vietnam’s overseas investment increased by 2.3 times in 4M
The country’s total overseas investment capital in the period included $691.1 million pledged for 74 newly licensed projects, representing a 2.6-fold increase compared to the same period last year.
Hai Phong targets 13–14% annual growth through 2030
The northern port city has approved its socio-economic development plan for the 2026–2030 period with a target of two-digit annual growth rate.
When AI lacks moral comprehension
AI is capable of conducting many tasks, but there will likely remain a key role to be played by people in ensuring that output is what was sought.