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In search of strategic autonomy in energy
Vietnam must diversify every facet of its energy procurement system to be impervious to global shocks now and in the future.
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Ho Chi Minh City consults global investors on strategic tech hub to drive regional growth
Designed as a tech-driven nucleus for Ho Chi Minh City and the entire Southeast economic region, the flagship Strategic Technology Development Center project aims to realize the city's long-term vision of becoming a regional high-tech hub.
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Content creation sector could contribute 5% to Vietnam’s GDP
As Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW targets a 7% GDP contribution from cultural industries by 2030, Vietnam’s content creation sector is already estimated to account for nearly 5%, despite lacking official statistical recognition as a standalone economic industry.
Vietnam joins the world's top 50 startup ecosystems
Vietnam’s startup ecosystem recorded a growth rate of 67.9%, significantly outperforming the global average of 17.5%. Regionally, Vietnam now ranks 5th in Southeast Asia and 10th in Asia.
UK supports Vietnam in enhancing legal framework for IFC
Experts believe that transparency, predictability of the law, and effective dispute resolution mechanisms will be crucial factors in strengthening investor confidence as Vietnam develops its International Financial Center (IFC).
NIC, Canva partner to advance AI and digital skills in Vietnamese schools
The partnership expected to give students and teachers greater access to digital design tools while supporting the long-term development of a highly skilled digital workforce.
HCMC offers up to $7.7 mln in preferential loans for businesses and startups
This capital support program is not limited to the innovative startup sector, but also to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and even large-scale corporations looking to borrow capital to expand their production and business operations.
Vietnam, Singapore seek deeper technology cooperation
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam had earlier proposed promoting connectivity between VNeID and Singpass.
Tay Ninh to become Vietnam’s national hub for UAV testing and training
Positioning itself as a "real-world" testing environment, the southern province aims to play a vital role in regional linkages with Ho Chi Minh City and other major research and development hubs.