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At least 3–5 national materials research centers are to be established by 2028
The target is set by the conclusion of the Politburo on the development of materials industry.
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PM urges banks to direct credit toward growth-driving sectors
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung chairing a meeting with the banking system to review monetary policy and credit activities during the first seven months of 2026.
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Vietnam targets 10,000 highly skilled AI professionals by 2030
The Government has approved a National Program on AI Human Resources Development through 2030, with a vision to 2035.
Vietnam’s 7-month trade turnover exceeds $659 bln with a trade deficit
The United States remained Vietnam’s largest export market with a turnover of $104.7 billion, while China was its largest source of imports, reaching $138.6 billion.
Vietnam's growth momentum improves in July amid waning inflationary pressures: S&P Global
Sharper increases in output, new orders, exports and purchasing being recorded, according to a report released by S&P Global on August 3.
Vietnam's registered FDI rises 58% to $38.1 bln in 7M
Vietnam licensing 2,429 new projects with combined registered capital of $21.05 billion in the first seven months of 2026.
HCM City targets Top 50 global smart cities by 2030
The southern city aims to develop its smart city infrastructure based on a model of green growth and data-driven governance.
Foreign affairs must play pioneering role, provide sound advice, take prompt action: Top leader
Addressing the opening of the 33rd Diplomatic Conference in Hanoi on August 1, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam stressed that a good diplomat must first have firm political mettle and always take national interests as the compass for action.
Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air to launch direct flights connecting Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo (Sri Lanka)
In the first half of 2026, nearly 9,000 visitors from Sri Lanka traveled to Vietnam, while more than 4,500 Vietnamese visited Sri Lanka.