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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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Vietnam Economic Times August 24 2026
Vietnam Economic Times Issue 471 | Monday, August 24 2026
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Updating legal framework for petroleum industry
The evolving nature of the petroleum industry means that revisions to the legal framework are already needed just four years after previous amendments were made.
Readiness for ESG journey in Vietnam and experience from Thailand
In the context of rising concerns about climate change, natural habitat loss, Covid-19, and regional conflicts, investors are increasing their interest in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria to minimize potential risks.
Demand rising for modern office space
Office leasing will continue to increase into the future, analysts believe.
Vietnam’s digital economy poised to develop substantially
Country holds a great deal of potential in the digital economy, especially blockchain, Binance Blockchain Week Paris 2022 hears.
Plastic waste as a resource
Dr. Kåre Helge Karstensen, Chief Scientist at the Foundation for Scientific and Industrial Research (SINTEF) in Norway, shares his views on how the cement industry can be involved in and increase the treatment capacity for non-recyclable plastic waste, thereby contributing to reducing the release of plastics into the seas.
WB: Vietnam’s overall credit growth still high
World Bank releases report on Vietnam’s macro-economic situation.
FIEs still not linked to domestic businesses
Though foreign enterprises account for a large proportion of Vietnam’s exports, they are not well connected to domestic businesses in the supply chain.