Investment
Vietnam shifts FDI strategy toward high-tech investment and stronger domestic linkages
Vietnam has attracted more than $570 billion in FDI over nearly four decades.
Investment
JICA commits $630 million annual loans to support Vietnam’s growth target
JICA plans to direct these loan facilities toward projects assisting Vietnamese enterprises with technology transfer, business matching, and improved financial access.
Investment
Ninh Binh approves $44.5 million GMP medical manufacturing plant
The facility aims to build a GMP-certified complex producing human pharmaceuticals, functional foods, cosmetics, medical equipment, and medical supplies.
Vietnam pilots low-altitude economy in Dien Bien using drones
Starting September 15, 2026, the northern mountainous province completed 118 trial flights hauling harvested coffee in Muong Ang Commune, carrying payloads of 50 kg per trip.
National Assembly pledges legal framework for Vietnam - Panama ties
The Vietnamese legislature strongly supports directions to strengthen Vietnam-Panama relations and commits to creating a favorable legal corridor to implement bilateral agreements and expand high-potential cooperation.
Social housing loan interest rate set at 6.5% per annum, after six adjustments
The initial scale of the social housing loan program was VND120 trillion (nearly $4.62 billion), with participation from four state-owned commercial banks.
Broader access to purchasing power
A recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum heard how Vietnam’s cross-border QR payment system is entering a new era of expansion.
Vietnam's securities accounts surpass 14.1 million
Domestic individual investors overwhelming the market with around 14 million accounts.
Criteria set for special economic zones and free trade zone
Newly-issued Decree No. 378/2026/ND-CP provides detailed regulations and implementation measures for the Law on Urban Development,