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Balance between growth goals and human resources
As it goes about identifying and introducing a new development model, Vietnam must weigh growth goals against workforce and population issues.
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HCMC launches double-digit growth plan for 2026-2030 period
Strategic technology sectors prioritized for development include Artificial Intelligence (AI), semiconductors, Big Data, Cloud Computing, biotechnology, new materials, and renewable energy.
Investment
Ha Tinh approves $2bln Vung Ang III LNG Power Plant project
The project, with a total installed capacity of 1,500MW, expected to support national energy security.
Corporate bond issuance rises in May as real estate firms increase fundraising
Total corporate bond issuance in May reaching VND40.26 trillion ($1.53 billion), up 21.5% from the previous month.
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang leads National Council for Sustainable Development
The Council shall be responsible for assisting the Prime Minister in directing and handling major inter-sectoral issues related to sustainable development in Viet Nam
A people-centered development model
Professor Nguyen Xuan Thang, Politburo Member in the 13th Tenure and Chairman of the Central Theoretical Council, delivered a speech at the national scientific conference theming “Reforming Vietnam’s Development Model Based on Science, Technology, Innovation, and Digital Transformation," held in Hai Phong city on May 26, stressing
people-centric principles for shaping a new development model.
Manufacturing Expo 2026 to showcase technologies driving Thailand’s industrial transformation
The four-day event will feature more than 2,000 exhibitors, 90 conference sessions, and the latest advances in automation, electronics, automotive manufacturing, and sustainable factory management.
Hue proposes integrated energy-industry-trade hub at Chan May–Lang Co EZ
The plan is part of the central city's strategy to accelerate economic growth and industrial development.
Ministry proposes special mechanism for North-South Expressway expansion
Under the medium-term public investment plan for the 2026–2030 period, the Ministry of Construction has organized the preparation of a pre-feasibility study to widen sections of the Eastern North-South Expressway.