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Vietnam Economic Times May, 25 2026
Vietnam Economic Times Issue 458 | Monday, May 25 2026
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Structural leap for SME access to credit
Experts and industry leaders tell Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy how data-driven banking and digital platforms can improve SMEs’ access to finance and accelerate Vietnam’s shift toward a more connected, resilient digital economy.
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Risky business for SMEs
The attitude among banks toward SMEs seeking financing may eventually be addressed by digital transformation and better-quality data.
Effects from the Vietnam - Japan enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership
Already strong, Japanese FDI into Vietnam received a significant boost from the two sides agreeing recently to enhance their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Value in partnerships between international capital flows and domestic private sector
Mr. Brook Taylor, CEO - Asset Management and Executive Director of VinaCapital and CEO of VinaCapital Fund Management, shares his perspective on Vietnam’s investment environment and the role of funds in connecting international capital with the domestic private sector.
Dual transformation - a key for business sustainability
The “dual transformation” of green transition and digitalization is set to shape the long-term strategies of local and foreign companies as they seek sustainability.
BLUEMARQ GROUP Founder Luong Tri Thin on the Group’s aspirations in the new era of development
Mr. Luong Tri Thin, Founder and Chairman of the Strategic Council of BLUEMARQ GROUP, tells VET why Dat Xanh is restructuring into BLUEMARQ GROUP and why Vietnam’s next growth phase demands a new real estate model built on long-term investment and asset management.
Continuous confidence from foreign investors in Vietnam
Representatives from foreign business associations shared their thoughts on Vietnam’s investment and business environment and where improvements are sought.
Vietnam's economy forecast to stay upbeat
Despite an increasingly uncertain global environment, the World Bank expects Vietnam’s economy to remain among the strongest performers in ASEAN.