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Paving the way for green industrial future
A recent NordCham Vietnam summit discussed whether Vietnam is able to create the ecosystem needed for a green industrial future.
Investment
Vietnam becomes key destination for global data center investments
With government incentive policies arriving in November 2026, Vietnam is targeting high-quality data center FDI. Leveraging its early-stage market status, the country is uniquely positioned to deploy purpose-built AI and high-performance computing infrastructure from the start.
Business
Domestic market accelerates, cementing role as economic anchor
Retail sales of consumer goods continued to serve as the primary pillar, generating over $171.7 billion in the first nine months—accounting for 75.3% of the total revenue and climbing 12.8% year-on-year.
Expectations for more budget contributions from private sector
While the private sector makes a significant and growing contribution to State budget revenue, there remain many issues in need of attention.
Key trends driving global competition for Vietnam's high-skilled talent
Vietnam’s demand for high-quality human resources over the coming years is set to outpace market supply. Rapid digital economy expansion, global talent mobility, and growing executive-level requirements are intensifying competition for skilled professionals.
Half of localities post double-digit GRDP growth in Q3
Leading the pack were Quang Ninh (15.04%), Thai Nguyen (13.96%), Bac Ninh (13.83%), and Hai Phong (13.09%).
Hanoi leads Vietnam’s 2026 Provincial Innovation Index
The Provincial Innovation Index (PII) provides data and evidence to help local authorities design and implement measures to improve the effectiveness of innovation activities and strengthen their innovation ecosystems.
Vietnam calls for stronger business-led innovation to drive growth
A ceremony was held on October 4 to mark the National Innovation Day 2026 under the theme “Innovation – The Driving Force for Development of the Entire Society”.
Vietnam’s seafood exports hit $9.1 billion in 9M
Shrimp remaining the country’s leading seafood export with total export turnover of $3.75 billion in the first nine months of 2026.