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Toward a viable rental housing market
Policymakers and industry leaders discuss what is needed for affordable rental housing to facilitate Vietnam’s next stage of urban and real estate development.
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Hai Phong targets 17,000 rental housing units by 2030
As part of this strategy, 15 rental housing projects comprising around 4,900 apartments have already been launched.
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Government orders localities to align with double-digit growth targets
Localities are required to identify new growth drivers, regularly update growth scenarios, and remove long-standing development bottlenecks.
FinTech and Digital Economy Disputes Panel launched to support Vietnam’s International Financial Centre
An effective dispute resolution system considered a key factor in enhancing the competitiveness of international financial centres.
Vietnam’s young people and homeownership decisions
Housing demand among Vietnam’s Millennials and Gen Z remains structurally strong, although the pace of purchasing activity is changing due to some pressures.
Australia commits $10mln to support climate-focused startups in Vietnam
The funding will back early- and growth-stage SMEs working in areas including clean manufacturing, sustainable consumption and AI-driven climate solutions.
“Tien Phuoc” pepper officially granted geographical indication protection
Currently, Vietnam's central Da Nang City holds five GIs for local specialties: Ngoc Linh ginseng, Tra My cinnamon, Cu Lao Cham – Hoi An bird’s nest, Nam O fish sauce, and Tien Phuoc pepper.
ASEAN future forum to focus on peace, prosperity, and AI governance
Initiated by Vietnam, the forum was first announced at the 2023 ASEAN Summit.
Vietnam's food delivery and ride-hailing market gains momentum
Vietnam’s on-demand services market is emerging as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing and most competitive digital sectors, driven by rapid technology adoption, a young population, and changing consumer behaviour.