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Non-cash payments reach 28 times GDP in 2025
Strong growth was recorded across all modern payment channels.
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Unlocking capital for carbon market development
Measures must be in place to smooth the flow of capital into carbon projects and grow Vietnam’s carbon market.
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HCMC to pour $67 mln into Van Thanh Canal upgrade and dredging
Key objectives include enhancing water storage and drainage capacity to prevent flooding, while integrating transport infrastructure, parks, and green spaces along the route.
2025 revenue for Top 4 e-commerce giants estimated at $16.5 bln
Shopee continues to hold a dominant position with a 56.04% market share in 2025, despite showing signs of slowing growth.
New decree revises environmental protection regulations
Environmental inspections shall be conducted in accordance with the Law on Inspection, except for unscheduled environmental inspections, which may be carried out without prior notice when necessary.
Vietnam, Laos to boost border ties
Trade fairs and exhibitions of high-quality Vietnamese and Lao products will be organized annually in populated border areas.
Spring Fair 2026 to be opened soon
It is expected to feature about 3,000 standard booths, alongside dedicated zones for cuisine, cultural performances, and interactive experiences.
Thai Nguyen says no to investment projects posing major environmental threats
The province will resolutely refuse or cease the attraction of projects with high pollution risks or those belonging to sectors categorized by the Government as having a high potential for environmental degradation.
Vietnam, UK bolster cooperation in digital healthcare transformation
Both nations are facing familiar challenges: an aging population, rising healthcare demands, workforce pressures, and the urgent need to shift from a curative to a preventative model of care.