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An overview of Vietnam's economy in October and the first ten months of 2026.

Better infrastructure and revitalized urban areas are tipped to drive growth in housing demand in Vietnam’s major cities, especially where public transport offers convenience.

A number of amendments are contained within the draft revised Law on Housing, including rules on homeownership by foreign organizations and individuals.

Foreigners working at FDI projects seek a level of housing and services that Vietnam is now committed to providing.

Mr. Don McGuire, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Qualcomm Incorporated, shared his thoughts on the evolution of the Snapdragon brand, agentic AI, and Vietnam’s key role in Qualcomm’s global roadmap with VnEconomy. Qualcomm is expanding Snapdragon beyond a technology platform into a premium global consumer brand, with Vietnam emerging as a vital hub for its ambitions across AI, connected devices, and digital innovation. Once known primarily among engineers as a high-performance chip powering mobile devices, Snapdragon has evolved into a globally-recognized premium consumer brand. As Qualcomm expands Snapdragon across AI PCs, automotive platforms, and wearable tech, Vietnam is proving to be far more than a vibrant consumer market, it is becoming a strategic hub for innovation and R&D. Mr. Don McGuire, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Qualcomm Incorporated, tells VnEconomy / Vietnam Economic Times about brand evolution, agentic AI, and Viet

Vietnamese students are confident about AI as a concept but face a gap in the real-world use of the technology.