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Evolving priorities
The industrial capabilities Vietnam has acquired from decades of oil and gas operations must be turned into a strategic asset for future development.
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Vietnam and Nordic countries explore new business opportunities under EFTA Free Trade Agreement
Norwegian Ambassador to Vietnam, H.E. Stein Iversen, spoke with Nhu Quynh during the Nordic Business Summit 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City on October 29, where business leaders and policymakers discussed opportunities to strengthen economic cooperation between Vietnam and the Nordic countries, particularly following the signing of the Vietnam-EFTA Free Trade Agreement.
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Multiple levels of value
A number of resolutions provide the backing for Vietnam’s marine spatial planning to focus on integrated governance of the marine economy’s many elements.
Speed & flexibility in industrial real estate
Ready-built factories are growing in appeal among investors as they seek to get production underway as quickly as possible.
Vietnam & France seek stronger cooperation in science, technology and innovation
Ambassador of France to Vietnam, H.E. Didier Le Bret, spoke with Nhu Quynh during Vietnam Forward 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City on October 15, where 600 participants highlighted the need to translate research and technology partnerships into practical applications.
From niche to mainstream
Global hoteliers have accelerated their push into Vietnam’s branded residence segment on the back of the country’s continued economic growth.
Arrangements afoot
Vietnam issuing USD-denominated government bonds would be entirely feasible given that certain preparatory stages for an international bond issuance are already underway.
Rebalancing capital channels
The development of Vietnam’s green bond market has failed to keep pace with the introduction of various policies in support of green finance.
Selling journeys and travel experiences
Ambitious tourism targets to 2030 will require the linking of almost all facets of the sector to boost offerings and, hence, tourist numbers.