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Smart factories need skills, finance and trust to scale

By Duc Anh October 14, 2026 | 17:33

Robots are getting cheaper, but Vietnamese manufacturers will need skilled workers, secure systems, and flexible financing, to turn automation into growth, according to German and Vietnam-based industry leaders.

Green transition requires realistic roadmap

By Minh Vu October 14, 2026 | 17:31

The green transition has become an unmistakable trend, but its implementation requires a roadmap that reflects practical conditions and economic development needs.

French business delegation meets MoF to discuss investment cooperation

By Minh Vu October 14, 2026 | 11:37

A French business delegation led by the France-Vietnam Business Council has met with the MoF to discuss investment cooperation.

Northern Ho Chi Minh City apartment market gains momentum in 2026

By Ha Thuy October 14, 2026 | 08:00

Northern Ho Chi Minh City's apartment market is booming in 2026, accounting for over half of the city's new supply.

Vietnam and Luxembourg sign MoU to strengthen financial cooperation

By Minh Vu October 13, 2026 | 10:20

On October 12, in Hanoi, Vietnam’s Minister of Finance Ngo Van Tuan and Luxembourg’s Minister of Finance Gilles Roth signed an MoU on cooperation between the two countries’ ministries of finance.

Vietnam seeks stronger cooperation with Fitch Ratings to improve sovereign credit rating

By Minh Vu October 13, 2026 | 10:07

On October 12, at the Ministry of Finance, Minister of Finance Ngo Van Tuan met with Ian Linnell, president of international credit rating agency Fitch Ratings, to discuss Vietnam’s sovereign credit profile, and macroeconomic growth prospects.

From carbon value to greener capital

By Thu Ha Nguyen October 12, 2026 | 09:15

Vietnam’s emerging carbon market is opening another potential source of value for green projects. Nguyen Thi Thu Ha, deputy head for the Steering Committee for Environmental, Social, and Governance at Agribank, analyses the broader shift of the role of carbon pricing.

From cost advantage to ecosystem strength

By Nhue Man October 12, 2026 | 09:00

Vietnam is at an important turning point in attracting foreign investment, shifting to attracting high-quality capital flows, strengthening links with domestic enterprises, and enhancing its position in global value chains.

Vietnam’s growth ambitions hinge on effective policy reforms

By Nguyen Thu October 12, 2026 | 09:00

Vietnam’s ambitions for double-digit economic growth hinge on effective policy implementation, a predictable business environment, and enterprises capable of driving investment, technological innovation, and deeper integration into global value chains.

French experts share AI and digital governance insights in Hanoi

By Hazy Tran October 11, 2026 | 08:00

Vietnamese and French experts highlighted the importance of leadership capacity, responsible AI, and citizen-centred digital governance at a Hanoi session.

Vietnam strengthens global credit standing with R&I upgrade to BBB

By Minh Thuy October 09, 2026 | 16:56

For the first time, Vietnam has been upgraded to investment grade by an international credit rating agency, Rating and Investment Information, Inc. (R&I), marking a significant step forward in strengthening the country's credit standing in international markets.