The industrial gases specialist announced on August 20 that it will expand two existing facilities in the northern province, adding a combined 900 metric tonnes per day of liquid gas production capacity.

At its Yen Binh site, Messer will build a new air separation unit (ASU) capable of producing 600 metric tonnes per day of nitrogen, oxygen, and argon. Meanwhile, a new nitrogen liquefier with capacity of 300 MT per day will be developed at the company’s Song Cong facility.

The latest investment, worth approximately $40 million, will lift Messer’s total production capacity in northern Vietnam to 2,000 MT per day. The nitrogen liquefier is scheduled to begin operations in mid-2027, with the new ASU expected to come online by the end of that year.

The projects will particularly expand the availability of liquid nitrogen, an important input for electronics and semiconductor manufacturing, as major technology manufacturers continue to increase their presence in northern Vietnam.

Continued foreign direct investment and the expansion of global manufacturers have helped reinforce the region’s position as an increasingly important manufacturing hub in Southeast Asia. Messer expects the additional capacity to serve existing customers while supporting future industrial projects.

“This strategic investment underscores Messer’s commitment to sustainable, long-term growth in Southeast Asia, and will reinforce our position as a leading industrial gases supplier in Vietnam,” said Peter Mohnen, CEO of Messer.

He added that the company had partnered with local industries and continuously invested in production facilities for nearly three decades to support Vietnam’s economic growth and industrial development.

Adrien Rameaux, country manager of Messer in Vietnam, said the company remained confident about Vietnam’s economic potential and manufacturing outlook.

“By expanding the production capacity at our existing facilities, we will strengthen our ability to serve customers in high-growth sectors and continue to be a reliable partner,” Rameaux said.

Messer, the world’s largest privately held industrial gases specialist, supplies oxygen, nitrogen, argon, hydrogen, CO₂, and speciality gases to a broad range of industries.

The company entered Vietnam in 1997 and has since invested more than $600 million in the country, developing a production network that has made it one of Vietnam’s leading industrial gases suppliers.

The investment adds a scalable, high-calibre, AI-first development team to Skyform’s capabilities. The partnership will also combine Enouvo’s engineering excellence with Skyform’s expertise across technology platforms to build bespoke solutions and products for Asia-Pacific enterprises.

Enouvo operates one of the premier development organisations in Danang, with a strong track record of serving Australia- and Singapore-based enterprise clients. The company focuses on AI-enabled software engineering, data solutions, and digital product development, helping clients accelerate critical innovation and transformation initiatives.

Yuan En Lim, founder and CEO of Skyform, said, “Enouvo’s reputation as a preferred employer of top-tier talent in Central Vietnam is well established. We have been especially impressed by the company’s commitment to customer outcomes and, importantly, a culture of relentless innovation. As many of Skyform’s customers transition to autonomous and AI-enabled operations, we believe the Enouvo team will play a key role in helping to deploy their next-generation technology stack.”

Trang Tran, founder and CEO of Enouvo, said, “When we started Enouvo, our goal was simple: to build a world-class technology company from Central Vietnam that could compete globally while creating meaningful opportunities for local talent. Today, that vision takes an important step forward."

"Skyform shares our belief that technology, data, and AI will reshape how organisations operate and innovate. This partnership is the beginning of an even more ambitious, AI-first journey. I am excited about what we can build together, the opportunities it creates for our team, and the role we can play in advancing Vietnam’s position in the global technology landscape,” Tran added.

HD Hyundai Eco Vina breaks ground on $116 million tank plant in Quang Ngai Construction begins on over 26-hectare independent tank production zone in Dung Quat Economic Zone with a total investment of $116 million.

US businesses remain committed to Vietnam with measured outlook While business confidence has become more measured compared with the optimistic outlook at the beginning of the year, US companies remain committed to Vietnam.

Continuous supply chain expansion at Amata City Halong: Topping Industrial On August 18, Amata City Halong JSC signed a Land Use Right Sublease Agreement with Topping (Quang Ninh) Industrial Co., Ltd., marking the arrival of a new Chinese supporting manufacturing project in Amata City Halong Industrial Park (also referred to as Song Khoai Industrial Park).

This strategic move marks a significant milestone in Fusion’s growth across Southeast Asia and reinforces the group’s commitment to delivering diverse, accessible, and guest-centric hospitality experiences.

Topotels operates a collection of seven mid-scale hotels across key Indonesian cities under the Ayola and Odua brands, offering comfortable, value-driven stays for both business and leisure travellers. The two brands have grown steadily within the Topotels Hotels & Resorts portfolio, serving guests in destinations such as Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, and other regional hubs.

The addition of Ayola and Odua adds to the strong collection of mid-scale hotels in the Fusion family, strengthening the group’s presence in Indonesia, one of the region’s most dynamic and fast-growing travel markets.

“This integration marks an exciting new chapter for Topotels. Joining Fusion will open new doors for our business, allowing us to deliver a better experience for our guests and provide stronger support for our owners. We’re confident that the integration with Fusion will bring fresh momentum to our hotels and teams,” said Willy Suderes, COO of Topotels Hotels & Resorts.

Ayola and Odua will continue to operate under their existing brand identities while benefiting from Fusion’s regional expertise, commercial platforms, and operational support. Guests can expect enhanced service consistency, stronger distribution, and access to Fusion’s growing network of hotels and resorts across Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia.

“We’re delighted to welcome Topotels into the Fusion family; their strong roots in Indonesia combined with Fusion’s expertise will unlock new opportunities in key destinations across the country. This partnership strengthens our regional presence and supports our long-term vision for growth across Southeast Asia,” said Christopher Hur, CEO of Fusion Hotel Group.

The integration underscores Fusion Hotel Group’s long-term strategy of expanding its brand portfolio and strengthening its presence in key Southeast Asian destinations through thoughtful partnerships and scalable growth.

Founded in 2008, Fusion Hotel Group is a leading wellness-focused hospitality platform with 26 operating properties and eight brands across Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia. Renowned for its innovative wellness and lifestyle concepts, Fusion provides end-to-end hospitality capabilities, from concept development and brand creation to hotel operations. In addition to hotel management, Fusion has also developed and operated branded residences, a fast-growing segment across the Asia-Pacific.

Fusion offers guests special deals to celebrate Vietnam’s April holidays Fusion Hotel Group in Vietnam offers various curated experiences to celebrate Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and the upcoming April 30 holiday, whether guests prefer unwinding by a tranquil beach or immersing themselves in the vibrant rhythm of city life.

Fusion marks Global Wellness Day with spa promotions across Vietnam Fusion will mark Global Wellness Day and the International Day of Yoga with a series of wellness promotions at its resorts and hotels across Vietnam.

Fusion Hotel Group partners with Hotel Management Japan to expand in Asia Fusion Hotel Group has entered a strategic partnership with Hotel Management Japan to expand its hospitality footprint across Asia.

Fusion Original Saigon Centre names new executive chef At a time when Vietnam’s culinary scene is entering a compelling new era of creative expression, Fusion Original Saigon Centre welcomes Ninh Le Trung Hau as executive chef – a rising talent redefining contemporary Vietnamese cuisine through precision, restraint, and cultural storytelling.

Fusion gives away 2,222 free room nights for loyalty programme anniversary Fusion is celebrating the second anniversary of its loyalty programme by giving away 2,222 complimentary room nights across its hotels and resorts in Vietnam and Thailand.

Following approval of a revision to the LC-SCRUM-Asia project protocol, the participating organizations plan to begin testing in August 2026. The project is expected to include approximately 2,000 patients over a two-year period.

Pillar's oncoReveal® Essential+ assay has been validated at LSI Medience for use as a screening test for circulating cell-free DNA (cfDNA) and cell-free RNA (cfRNA) samples collected from patients with lung cancer participating in the LC-SCRUM-Asia project. Testing will be performed by LSI Medience to support identification of genomic alterations relevant to the project's research objectives.

"LC-SCRUM-Asia has established an important collaborative framework for advancing precision oncology research in lung cancer," said Daniel Harma, Chief Commercial Officer, Pillar Biosciences. "We are pleased that oncoReveal Essential+ has been validated at LSI Medience for screening both cfDNA and cfRNA samples and look forward to supporting this large-scale project in Japan."

"Rapid and reliable genomic testing is essential for identifying patients who may benefit from biomarker-driven clinical studies and emerging precision therapies," said Dr. Koichi Goto of LC-SCRUM-Asia. "The use of oncoReveal® Essential+ through LSI Medience will provide the LC-SCRUM-Asia network with a highly accurate and accessible liquid biopsy solution for analyzing cfDNA and cfRNA from patients with non-small cell lung cancer, while supporting the rapid turnaround needed for clinical research."

Supporting blood-based genomic screening in lung cancer
Liquid biopsy testing can enable genomic analysis from blood samples when tissue is limited or when a minimally invasive sampling approach is desirable. By combining analysis of cfDNA and cfRNA, the LC-SCRUM-Asia project is designed to support broad screening for genomic alterations in patients with lung cancer.

The planned use of oncoReveal Essential+ within the LC-SCRUM-Asia project reflects the assay's ability to support targeted NGS analysis from blood-based specimens within a decentralized laboratory workflow.

About LC-SCRUM-Asia

LC-SCRUM-Asia is a large-scale lung cancer genomic screening and clinical research network led by the National Cancer Center Hospital East in Japan. The project brings together medical institutions, diagnostic laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and other research partners to identify genomic alterations in patients with lung cancer and facilitate the development and delivery of biomarker-driven therapies. Through comprehensive molecular screening and collaboration across participating institutions, LC-SCRUM-Asia seeks to advance precision medicine and expand clinical research opportunities for patients with lung cancer.

For more information, visit www.medience.co.jp/english/ and visit pillarbiosci.com

Nongshim launched its first global Shin Ramyun campaign with aespa last November. Its music video-style advertisement, featuring aespa's music and performance, generated 270 million views and helped raise global awareness of Shin Ramyun's slogan, 'Spicy Happiness In Noodles'. For the second campaign, the setting moves from the stage to everyday life, showing aespa enjoying Shin Ramyun while cooking, shopping, traveling and spending time together.

'Spicy Happiness' in Everyday Life, from Cooking to Travel

The main campaign video opens with aespa saying, "To us, spicy is happiness." It then shows four everyday moments featuring the members and Shin Ramyun in an omnibus-style format.

Across the video, aespa enjoy Shin Ramyun in a variety of settings. In the "cooking" scene, the members prepare and share Shin Ramyun with a friend, while the "shopping" scene follows them picking up Shin Ramyun at a store. In the "travel" scene, the members enjoy Shin Ramyun with a companion while on a trip.

In the final quiz scene, aespa is asked, "What is another word for happiness?" They answer "SHIN", playfully bringing the campaign's "Spicy Happiness" message to life.

Through the video, as Korea's No. 1 iconic ramyun that embodies the nation's food culture, Nongshim aims to show consumers around the world how Shin Ramyun's signature spicy taste can add enjoyment to ordinary moments and make time spent together feel more special.

Diverse Digital Content Tailored for Global Audiences

Nongshim will release a total of 15 videos, including one main campaign video and 14 digital shorts. The shorts expand on the everyday moments featured in the main video through short, upbeat content. They also include interview-style videos in which aespa members talk about topics such as "when they crave Shin Ramyun" and "their favorite toppings to enjoy with Shin Ramyun." By naturally showing how the members enjoy Shin Ramyun in their daily lives and highlighting their individual preferences, Nongshim aims to communicate the appeal of Shin Ramyun more effectively to global consumers.

The campaign will first roll out in key markets across North America, Asia and Europe where Nongshim has overseas operations, before expanding to markets around the world.

aespa said, "We hope fans around the world can find their own moments of 'Spicy Happiness' with Shin Ramyun too."

A Nongshim representative said, "The second campaign shows global consumers, through aespa, how Shin Ramyun fits naturally into everyday life. Together with aespa, we will continue to engage consumers worldwide and communicate the value of Shin Ramyun's global slogan, 'Spicy Happiness In Noodles.'"

About aespa

aespa is a global K-pop force renowned for their distinctive concept and powerful performances. Comprised of KARINA, WINTER, GISELLE, and NINGNING, the group has continued to break records since their 2020 debut with "Black Mamba." Their releases have achieved major global chart success, including multiple No. 1s on Billboard's Top Album Sales chart and seven consecutive million-selling releases. Most recently, aespa collaborated with Anderson .Paak on "Keychain (FROM THE FILM K-POPS!)" and released their second full-length album in May 2026, which topped the iTunes Top Albums chart in 25 regions worldwide.

aespa's growing international impact has earned recognition across the global music industry, including being named Group of the Year at Billboard Women in Music 2025 and receiving a nomination for Best Female K-Pop Artist at the 2026 American Music Awards. In August, aespa made their highly anticipated Lollapalooza debut in Chicago and kicked off their new world tour, 2026–27 aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK : COMPLæXITY, continuing their momentum on the global stage.

These recognitions highlight Kaspersky's ability to align its cybersecurity strategy with the evolving needs of industrial organizations while executing through a unified, OT-native approach. In a market shaped by rapid digitalization, legacy infrastructure, expanding cyber-physical attack surfaces, and the convergence of IT and OT, Kaspersky demonstrates a differentiated ability to strengthen protection without compromising operational continuity.

Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Kaspersky excelled across these dimensions through its combination of purpose-built industrial cybersecurity, localized execution, partner-led delivery, and a platform strategy designed to support organizations from foundational OT protection to broader IT/OT convergence.

"Kaspersky demonstrates customer ownership excellence through a platform strategy built around completeness rather than isolated point capabilities. A unified approach is central to this value proposition, integrating endpoint protection, anomaly detection, secure remote access, asset visibility, and centralized management. This coherent operational model is especially valuable in industrial environments where low asset awareness and disconnected tools can slow response times, reduce efficiency, and leave security teams with an incomplete view of risks," said Tetsuya Niihara, Director at Frost & Sullivan.

Kaspersky's strategy focuses on the realities of industrial and critical infrastructure environments, where security solutions must accommodate legacy systems, heterogeneous architecture, and stringent uptime requirements. Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS) combines endpoint protection, OT network monitoring, anomaly detection, and asset visibility, while its broader IT security portfolio extends this approach across enterprise environments. The Open Single Management Platform enables centralized oversight and cross-domain threat correlation.

Innovation also remains central to Kaspersky's product strategy. Its solutions are designed with a limited system footprint and support for legacy operating systems, proprietary industrial protocols, air-gapped environments, and passive monitoring. AI-driven capabilities, behavioral analytics, automated alert summarization, and the Kaspersky Investigation and Response Assistant enhance security operations by helping analysts accelerate investigation and decision-making.

"APAC is where the world's industrial future is being built, and it is also where the diversity of cybersecurity maturity is greatest: Advanced manufacturers and first-time OT security adopters often operate in the same supply chain. Kaspersky's role in this region has been to make enterprise-grade industrial protection genuinely accessible across that entire spectrum through local teams, a certified partner ecosystem, and an adoption model that lets organizations start with visibility and scale to full protection at their own pace. Frost & Sullivan's recognition reflects the trust we have earned plant by plant, market by market, across APAC," said Adrian Hia, Managing Director, APAC at Kaspersky.

Kaspersky's customer value proposition is strengthened by its focus on non-disruptive protection and operational continuity. Capabilities such as zero-reboot updates, precision alerting, portable scanning, and OT-aware support help organizations strengthen their security posture while minimizing disruption to production environments. Its localized engagement model and partner ecosystem across key Asia-Pacific markets support practical deployment and long-term customer value.

"Kaspersky's approach stands out for bringing together comprehensive OT protection, visibility, and management while maintaining the operational discipline required in industrial environments. By connecting KICS with its broader IT security capabilities, the company provides customers with a more unified view of risk across traditionally siloed environments, helping strengthen both security effectiveness and operational efficiency," said Rajarshi Dhar, Associate Director, Security Advisory Practice at Frost & Sullivan.

Frost & Sullivan commends Kaspersky for establishing a strong position at the intersection of OT cybersecurity, IT/OT convergence, cyber-physical systems security, and cyber resilience. Its ability to combine OT-native protection with unified IT/OT visibility and management allows organizations to secure interconnected industrial ecosystems while maintaining operational performance.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents Best Practices Recognitions to companies that demonstrate outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in customer value, competitive positioning, innovation, and market performance. Kaspersky's two recognitions reflect its differentiated approach to addressing the evolving requirements of industrial cybersecurity across Asia-Pacific.

Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Recognition
Frost & Sullivan's Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards.

Learn more at www.kaspersky.com.

Effective October 11, 2026, Sanas will appoint Jack Madrid, current President and CEO of the IT & Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP), as Sanas Ambassador, Philippines, and Christopher Venturina as Director of Business Development, Philippines. The appointments come as Sanas strengthens its local operations, expands customer investments, and builds deeper relationships with enterprises, BPO providers, and technology partners in the country.

The Philippines is a key market for Sanas as it brings AI into an industry where Filipino talent already plays a leading role in serving customers around the world.

Sanas currently works with more than 200 enterprises globally and processes millions of live voice interactions every day. The company was also recently ranked No. 8 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies, while ranking No. 1 in both AI & Data and California.

"The Philippines has spent decades building one of the world's strongest customer experience industries. What AI changes is not the value of that talent, but what people can accomplish with the right technology," said Sharath Keshava Narayana, Co-Founder and CEO of Sanas. "We are investing in the Philippines because we believe the country can play a leading role in defining how people and AI work together to create better customer experiences."

A familiar industry leader for a new era
Madrid joins the company as Sanas Ambassador, Philippines at a pivotal moment for the Philippine IT-BPM industry, bringing more than two decades of experience across banking, technology, digital commerce, media, and industry leadership.

As President and CEO of IBPAP, Madrid helped lead the country's IT-BPM sector through significant transformation and growth. Under his leadership, the industry surpassed US$40 billion in annual revenues and supported approximately 1.9 million Digital Filipino Workers, reinforcing the Philippines' position as a global leader in technology-enabled services.

His move to Sanas brings together two sides of a conversation increasingly important to the Philippine economy: the country's strength in human-led customer service and the growing role of AI in the workplace.

"The conversation around AI and the Philippines should not simply be about what technology can replace. It should be about what technology can help Filipino talent do better," said Jack Madrid, Sanas Ambassador, Philippines. "The Philippines has an opportunity to lead the next chapter of global customer experience by combining the strengths of its people with technology that helps them communicate, perform, and connect more effectively. That is what makes this opportunity with Sanas particularly exciting to me."

Throughout his career, Madrid has held senior leadership positions at organizations including Citibank, Dell Technologies, Yahoo! Philippines, MTV Philippines, Ayala Corporation, and Multiply.com. He has also been a prominent voice on AI adoption, workforce readiness, digital infrastructure, and the future of work.

Turning AI interest into business impact
Sanas is also strengthening its commercial presence in the Philippines with the appointment of Venturina, who brings extensive experience across the country's outsourcing and customer experience ecosystem.

In his new role, Venturina will focus on expanding Sanas' relationships with enterprise customers, BPO providers, and technology partners in the Philippines and across the region.

"The conversation has moved from whether AI will affect customer experience to how companies can use it effectively and responsibly," said Christopher Venturina, Director of Business Development, Philippines, Sanas. "Our role is to help organizations turn that interest into practical applications that support employees, make conversations more effective, and deliver better customer experiences."

That shift is increasingly relevant as Philippine enterprises and BPOs navigate a global market where customers expect faster, more personalized, and more seamless interactions, while businesses face growing pressure to improve productivity and performance.

For Sanas, the opportunity is not simply to automate customer interactions, but to help organizations combine technology with human expertise to create better experiences.

"Technology should ultimately make it easier for people to understand and connect with one another," said Shawn Zhang, CTO and Co-Founder of Sanas. "The Philippines has shown the world what exceptional customer experience looks like. We believe AI can help Filipino professionals and the organizations they work with take that capability even further."

With Madrid and Venturina joining its Philippine leadership team, Sanas is strengthening its presence in a market it sees as central to the future of customer experience.

The future of customer experience will be defined by the combination of AI and human expertise. The Philippines is uniquely positioned to lead that future, pairing world-class talent with technologies that help people communicate more effectively, perform at a higher level, and deliver better outcomes for customers.

Learn more at Sanas.ai.

"Hong Kong is a global hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and commerce," said Gary Shapiro, Executive Chair, CTA. "In collaboration with the Hong Kong Electronics Fair, CES Asia Unveiled Hong Kong will highlight the region's technology leadership and connect innovators with customers, media and industry leaders ahead of CES 2027."

The event will feature CES startups from Hong Kong across product categories, keynotes and panels on emerging technologies, networking opportunities and a startup pitch competition. The winning company will receive complimentary exhibit space at Eureka Park, the premier destination for startups at CES 2027. During the programming, CTA executives will preview what's new for CES 2027, taking place Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas, and share insights on the technology trends shaping the year ahead.

"The Hong Kong Electronics Fair, taking place from October 13 to 16, gathers innovators, manufacturers and buyers from around the world," said Basil Wai, CEO, HKEIA. "Through our long relationship with CES, we have helped Hong Kong companies expand internationally and reach new markets. Hosting CES Asia Unveiled Hong Kong alongside the fair is a natural next step, promoting the region's innovation ecosystem and creating new connections to the global CES platform."

At CES 2026, the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion in Eureka Park, jointly organized by HKTDC and HKSTP, showcased more than 60 Hong Kong companies with technologies spanning artificial intelligence, digital health, robotics and advanced manufacturing.

CTA is working with the organizer of the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) to offer special packages for qualified startups interested in exhibiting at the fair and CES 2027. Interested companies should contact CESUnveiledHK@hkeia.org for more information. Register or apply for booth space at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) 2026.

CES Asia Unveiled Hong Kong underscores CTA's commitment to deepening engagement across Asia and expanding opportunities for innovators and technology leaders in the region to connect with the global CES community. CTA leaders will also participate in CES Asia Unveiled Seoul.

About CES®:
CES is the most powerful tech event in the world – the proving ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. This is where the world's biggest brands do business and meet new partners, and the sharpest innovators hit the stage. Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, CES features every aspect of the tech sector. CES 2027 takes place Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas. Learn more at CES.tech and follow CES on social.

For VIB, the challenge lies not in how many cards a customer requires, but in whether a solution is flexible enough to meet multiple needs at once. It is the mindset behind One Card–a card designed to meet customers’ diverse needs across different stages of life. Tuong Nguyen, deputy CEO of VIB, speaks with VIR’s Thanh Van about the bank’s new approach to credit cards.

How do you see the changes in modern consumers’ lives making designing a card today fundamentally different from designing one in the past?

Customers’ lives are becoming increasingly multifaceted. One may simultaneously be an office professional, a household financial manager, a parent, a frequent traveller, or someone seeking unique and personalised experiences.

As a result, financial needs no longer fall into separate categories. A customer might shop for their family, pay tuition fees, settle insurance premiums, book flights, or conduct international transactions–all within the same spending journey.

This trend makes it increasingly difficult to identify a typical customer persona. Two individuals might share the same age and income level, yet their spending habits and priorities can differ vastly.

With the evolving demand, the key question for us is whether customers need another card.

VIB has launched One Card with the philosophy “ONE is ENOUGH.” Can you explain what this means?

“ENOUGH” does not mean having less or having just enough. “ENOUGH” means having a comprehensive solution to customers’ important needs without making the experience more complicated. We believe that customers can get more value without managing more tools.

It is the reason why VIB pursues the “ONE IS ENOUGH” philosophy. Instead of addressing each need separately, we have developed a single product that addresses diverse needs for customers with a simple and seamless experience. Thus, customers can have more value, but they don’t need to manage numerous financial solutions.

What are the unique selling points of One Card compared with VIB’s other cards?

One Card caters to different demands, ranging from shopping, travel, education, insurance, and international spending. This single credit card can accompany customers throughout their financial journey. Customers can flexibly select cashback rewards in line with their spending needs at any given time.

For the same journey, One Card offers three tiers – Gold, Platinum and Signature – with limits and privileges automatically upgraded according to each tier. More importantly, cardholders don’t need to issue a new physical card when their needs and financial capacity change. Furthermore, the PayFlex feature allows customers to link the One Card with any other VIB payment card, creating a seamless experience for payments and cash withdrawals on a single card.

Instead of having a specialised card for every need, One Card brings multiple needs together in a single product. Thus, customers don’t need a new card with every new milestone in life, as the card can continue to serve their evolving needs throughout their financial journey.

Why did VIB choose to bring multiple needs together in one card?

In the early years of the “Leading card trends” journey, VIB has developed specialised card products to address customers’ needs. As customers have more demands at the same time, we realise that the next step is not to create a new card. Instead, we should create a card flexible enough to eliminate the need to carry multiple cards.

When designing One Card, we didn’t try to incorporate as many features as possible into a single card. Instead, we decided to select and connect the right values within one seamless experience. We made sure that diverse options wouldn’t create more barriers for customers. Thus, customers don’t have to remember too many conditions, think about which card to use for each transaction, or switch cards as their needs change. Our goal is to ease the decision-making process for customers rather than incorporating more features into one card.

Imagine the same customer at different stages of life, how do their needs evolve? How does VIB One Card address their needs at each stage?

Imagine the same customer at three different points in life. At 25, they pay attention to their first personal experiences such as a holiday, a long-awaited purchase, or everyday spending as they begin their career.

By 35, the same card enters a new chapter with them. Specifically, they pay for their children’s education, protect the family with insurance, and take trips with others.

At 45, the focus may shift again towards optimising their finances and enjoying experiences and privileges that better reflect their changing lifestyle and status. Yet the needs from earlier stages do not simply disappear–they continue to build on one another.

Customers’ lives evolve at every stage. Does every change really need to come with a new card?

With VIB One Card, we want to separate the card itself from the value it delivers. If customers have to close an existing product and open a new one every time their needs change, the experience becomes fragmented. Instead, if the product is designed to adapt across different stages of life, customers can continue using a familiar solution while the value it delivers grows alongside their financial journey.

As customers’ lives evolve, the value their card provides should evolve with them–without requiring them to start over with a different card.

Beyond a credit card, how does VIB build the relationship with its customers?

Previously, “Leading card trends” was about continuously creating new solutions for specific needs. With One Card, VIB wants to take a step further: creating a solution that can adapt as customers’ needs evolve. One Card is not simply about bringing multiple benefits together in a single card. It is about a longer-term journey between customers and the bank–one that extends across VIB’s entire personal financial ecosystem, encompassing everything from cards and payment solutions to deposits and loans.

We want to create a product that not only suits customers at the beginning but also gives them reasons to stay and use it for years to come. After all, a truly " ENOUGH" solution is not the one that offers the most features, but the one that can continue to create value as customers enter new chapters of their lives.

That is what VIB aims to create with One Card: one card for the entire personal financial journey. More is good. But ONE is ENOUGH.

VIB Up offers an interest rate of up to 2 per cent per annum for monthly deposits VIB is offering VIB Up as a package solution to upgrade membership benefits with preferential interest rates for monthly i-1Depo deposits and a wide range of membership privileges.

VIB's pre-tax profit reaches over $199 million On July 27, Vietnam International Bank announced its business results for the first six months of 2026, with pre-tax profit reaching over VND5.18 trillion ($199.23 million), up 3 per cent on-year.

VIB launches One Card, ushering in a new era of credit cards On August 5, VIB launched the One Card, marking a new milestone in credit card innovation by integrating multiple card tiers, benefit schemes, privilege sets, and the capacity to evolve alongside the customer into a single card.

"Korean innovation is helping shape the technologies, ideas and partnerships driving our industry forward," said Kinsey Fabrizio, President and CEO, CTA. "Korea is a valued part of the CES community and we're thrilled to partner with KEA as it celebrates its 50th anniversary to bring CES Asia Unveiled to Seoul. Together, we will build momentum toward CES 2027."

CES will participate in KES programming through a keynote conversation with Fabrizio and a presentation on the technology trends that will shape CES 2027 and the future of innovation. The sessions will highlight Korea's growing influence across AI, mobility, digital health and consumer technology, as well as the country's continued engagement with CES.

Korea is one of CES's strongest international markets, with more than 13,000 attendees traveling to CES 2026. At CES 2026, KEA exhibited on the show floor and helped connect Korean innovators with global customers, partners, investors and media.

"KEA works closely with companies across Korea's technology sector to advance innovation and accelerate global growth," said Jaeyoung Park, CEO and President, KEA. "CES Asia Unveiled Seoul creates a new opportunity to strengthen connections across Korea's technology ecosystem, spotlight the country's dynamic innovation and build momentum toward CES 2027 as Korea continues to stand out on the global technology stage."

Korea plays a leading role in the global technology industry, driving advances across consumer electronics, mobility, semiconductors, AI and digital health. Home to some of the world's most influential technology companies and a thriving startup ecosystem, Korea remains an important source of innovation showcased each year at CES.

As part of CTA's engagement across Asia this October, CTA leaders will also participate in CES Asia Unveiled Hong Kong, connecting with innovators, business leaders and media from across the region ahead of CES 2027.

CES 2027, where global business gets done, takes place January 6–9, 2027 in Las Vegas.

About CES®: CES is the most powerful tech event in the world – the proving ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. This is where the world's biggest brands do business and meet new partners, and the sharpest innovators hit the stage. Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, CES features every aspect of the tech sector. CES 2027 takes place Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas. Learn more at CES.tech and follow CES on social.

About Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®: As North America's largest technology trade association, CTA is the tech sector. Our members are the world's leading innovators – from startups to global brands – helping support more than 17 million American jobs. CTA owns and produces CES® – the most powerful tech event in the world. Find us at CTA.tech. Follow us @CTAtech.

About Korea Electronics Association (KEA): The Korea Electronics Association (KEA), established in 1976, is Korea's leading industry association representing the electronics and IT sectors. KEA supports the growth and global competitiveness of Korea's technology industry by promoting innovation, AI transformation, global business and industry cooperation. Learn more at KEA official website

Located in one of Canada's major oil-producing regions, the project represents an important step in CNEY's strategy to expand its North American energy operations and establish a platform integrating oil production, investment, trading and supply chain services.

Through Blessing Logistics Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of CNEY Canada Inc., CNEY is leveraging local energy resources, investment capital, operational capabilities and industry relationships to develop an integrated platform covering oil well investment, crude oil production, transportation, trading and supply chain management.

Wenhua Liu, interim CEO of CNEY, stated:

"The successful commencement of production at the Cold Lake oil well project marks an important milestone in the execution of our North American energy strategy. We are expanding beyond our existing energy businesses into oil asset investment, production operations and supply chain services. By combining Canadian energy resources, institutional investment capital and experienced operating teams, we aim to build a scalable energy investment and supply chain platform that can generate new opportunities for long-term growth."

Going forward, CNEY will continue to evaluate oil and gas opportunities in Canada and across North America, with a focus on projects supported by established infrastructure, stable resource conditions, experienced operators and reliable sales channels. The Company will also emphasize production management, cost control, environmental compliance, operational safety and supply chain risk management as it expands its North American energy platform.

For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.cneny.com.

68Ga-NYM096 is the first China-originated innovative radiopharmaceutical to receive FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation. It is being developed as a non-invasive PET imaging agent to enable the characterization of indeterminate renal masses identified by Computed Tomography (CT) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and support the differentiation of ccRCC from non-ccRCC lesions.

The granting of this Breakthrough Therapy designation recognizes the potential of 68Ga-NYM096 to provide meaningful clinical advantages over current diagnostic approaches based on preliminary clinical data, while addressing significant unmet clinical needs in the diagnosis and management of patients with ccRCC. The Fast Track designation is designed to facilitate the development and expedite the review of 68Ga-NYM096 by enabling more frequent interactions with the FDA, enhanced regulatory guidance throughout the clinical development process, and potential eligibility for rolling review of a New Drug Application (NDA).

Clear cell renal cell carcinoma is the most common subtype of renal cell carcinoma (RCC), accounting for approximately 70%–80% of RCC cases. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2026, an estimated 80,450 new cases of kidney (renal) cancer will be diagnosed in the US, and 15,160 people will die from the disease.

NORROY Founder and CEO, Mr. Peng Fang, said: "We have seen promising clinical data from the ongoing development of 68Ga-NYM096, supporting its potential to advance the diagnosis and management of patients with ccRCC. Additional clinical data of 68Ga-NYM096 will be presented at the 2026 EANM Annual Congress. We plan to initiate Phase I clinical trials evaluating 68Ga-NYM096 in both China and the United States, and will continue to work closely with the FDA to advance its clinical development. We believe this innovative imaging agent has the potential to reshape the diagnosis and management of ccRCC and ultimately benefit more patients worldwide."

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H1 2026 key results

Group performance^[1]: Double-digit revenue growth and gross margin improvement

• Group revenue of US$477 million, up 22%^[2] year-over-year, tracking in line with the upper end of full year guidance of US$950 million to US$970 million.
• Group gross margin of 55%, up 2% year-over-year, Precision Medicine gross margin of 65%, up 1% year-over-year, reflecting solid commercial performance, a favorable product mix and operational efficiencies.
• Adjusted EBITDA^[3] of US$52 million, up 146% year-over-year reflecting strong demand across our product portfolio and initial non-refundable payment of US$40 million from Regeneron collaboration^[4].
• Research & Development (R&D) investment of US$124 million, primarily directed toward advancing late-stage therapeutic and precision medicine programs, supporting the Company's strategy to build diversified revenue streams.
• Entered into strategic collaboration with Regeneron to jointly develop and commercialize next generation radiopharmaceutical therapies^[4].
• Completed refinancing of existing convertible bond structure, issuing US$600 million of new convertible bonds due 2031^[5].
• Profit after tax of US$38 million includes US$40 million of other income received from Regeneron and finance costs of US$19 million, predominately related to refinancing of the convertible bonds.
• Generated positive operating cash flow of US$23 million and maintained a cash balance of US$252 million as of June 30, 2026.

Executive commentary

Managing Director and Group CEO, Dr. Christian Behrenbruch, stated: "Telix delivered an outstanding first half, with strong revenue growth, market share gains and significant progress across clinical and regulatory milestones. Our strengthened balance sheet is enabling increased investment in late-stage programs, including ProstACT Global, market expansion opportunities within our precision medicine portfolio and manufacturing and supply chain capabilities that differentiate Telix. With multiple near-term catalysts, we enter the second half with strong momentum and confidence."

Segment results

Telix Precision Medicine: Strong volume growth of Illuccix® and Gozellix®

• Precision Medicine segment revenue up by 27% year-over-year reflecting continued success of Telix's two product strategy, with Illuccix^® and Gozellix^® delivering growth in sales volumes and market share gains.
• Gross margin of 65% up 1% year-over-year.
• Adjusted (segment) EBITDA up by 26% year-over-year to US$132 million.
• Patient enrollment nearing completion for Phase 3 BiPASS™ study of Illuccix and Gozellix for prostate cancer imaging in the pre-biopsy setting.
• Illuccix Japan Phase 3 registrational study enrollment completion^[6].
• New drug application (NDA) for Illuccix accepted and under review by the Chinese National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE)^[7].
• TLX101-Px, (floretyrosine F 18) for glioma (brain cancer) imaging:
  • Pixclara^®[8] has been granted a PDUFA^[9] goal date by the FDA of September 11, 2026^[10].
  • Pixlumi^®[8] Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) in Europe validated and accepted for review^[11].
  • Pixclara^[8] Phase 3 Investigational New Drug (IND) application successfully cleared by FDA to explore indication expansion to brain metastases diagnosis.
• TLX250-Px, Zircaix^®[8] (zirconium-89 (⁸⁹Zr) girentuximab senvedoxam) for kidney cancer imaging: Telix continues to make good progress toward near-term resubmission of its U.S. Biologics License Application (BLA). The Company has been granted an extension of the BLA resubmission deadline, following receipt of a corrected Complete Response Letter (CRL)^[12]. Telix continues to work closely with the FDA to ensure the resubmission package comprehensively addresses all outstanding CRL items.

Telix Therapeutics: Investment delivering significant advances across a number of key late-stage development programs

Of the R&D investment, US$68 million was invested in the therapeutics pipeline. Milestones include:

• TLX591-Tx (lutetium (¹⁷⁷Lu) rosopatamab tetraxetan):
  • ProstACT Global Part 1 lead-in for Telix's lead prostate cancer therapy candidate in metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) met safety and dosimetry objectives, with no new safety signals observed^[13].
  • FDA confirmed that the safety data from Part 1 is sufficient to enable progression of Part 2 in the U.S. The FDA and Telix also achieved alignment on the Part 2 clinical trial protocol^[14].
  • Part 2 continues to enroll well in regions where recruitment is open including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Türkiye and the United Kingdom.

• TLX597-Tx (¹⁷⁷Lu-DOTA-HYNIC-panPSMA):
  • OPTIMAL-PSMA Phase 2 investigator-initiated trial (IIT) evaluating TLX597-Tx for mCRPC completed patient enrollment of 120 patients^[15].
  • OPTIMAL-e Phase 2 study evaluating TLX597-Tx for metastatic hormone sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) dosed first patients^[16].
• TLX250-Tx (lutetium (¹⁷⁷Lu) girentuximab tetraxetan):
  • Dosed first patient in LUTEON, a pivotal trial of TLX250-Tx as a monotherapy in advanced ccRCC^[17].

• TLX101-Tx (iodofalan ¹³¹I):
  • Enrolled first patient cohort in Part 1 (assessing safety and dose optimization) of IPAX BrIGHT, a pivotal trial of TLX101-Tx in patients with recurrent glioblastoma^[18].
  • Completed patient enrollment in IPAX-2, a Phase 1 study evaluating TLX101-Tx in patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma^[19].

Telix Manufacturing Solutions (TMS): Expanding Telix's global footprint to enable next phase of growth

Telix continues to invest in its global infrastructure, expanding its TMS operations. The TMS segment includes RLS Radiopharmacies (RLS), IsoTherapeutics (U.S.), and production (and R&D) facilities in Sacramento (U.S.), Seneffe (Belgium), North Melbourne (Australia) and Yokohama (Japan), representing a significantly expanded global production and manufacturing footprint. TMS is central to Telix's long-term growth strategy and is expected to support increasing commercial demand and future pipeline expansion.

• TMS reported US$146 million total segment revenue, which includes US$89 million from third-party product sales and service fees, and US$58 million internal revenue^[20], reflecting growth in sales of Illuccix and Gozellix through the RLS network and contributing to Group gross margin improvement.
• TMS operating loss of US$33 million, includes US$10 million of depreciation and amortization on acquired intangibles.
• Adjusted EBITDA loss for the TMS segment of US$23 million (H1 2025: Adjusted EBITDA loss of US$13 million), driven by increased investment in supply chain and logistics functions to meet anticipated therapeutics infrastructure needs.
• Other TMS milestones in H1 2026 include:

• • Opened TMS North Melbourne, in partnership with the Melbourne Theranostic Innovation Centre (MTIC), aiming to accelerate the development of targeted radiopharmaceuticals.
  • TMS Seneffe completed first Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) production run of a lutetium-based therapeutic candidate, validating the facility's capabilities to support the manufacture of Telix's next-generation therapeutics.

Guidance

• FY 2026 revenue and other income expected to be in excess of US$1 billion, with revenue progressing in line with upper end of FY 2026 guidance of US$950 million to US$970 million and US$40 million of other income received from Regeneron.
• Telix reaffirms R&D expenditure guidance of US$230 million to US$270 million, enabled by the Company's strong commercial performance and initial payment of US$40 million received from Regeneron.

Corporate update

The Company advises that on August 20, 2026, it entered into an equity distribution agreement (EDA) with Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC and William Blair & Company, L.L.C. (together, the "Sales Agents") to establish an "at-the-market" (ATM) facility. Under the ATM facility, the Company may, from time to time, determine to offer and issue new fully paid ordinary shares ("Shares") at prevailing market prices in the form of American Depository Shares (ADSs). Each ADS represents one Share. The ATM facility will provide an opportunity to facilitate greater access to the Company's securities on the Nasdaq stock exchange. The Company will control the offer process and has sole discretion over whether and when the ATM facility is used, the number of ADSs sold, and the minimum sale price of the ADSs. No offers or sales of ADSs will be made under the ATM facility unless and until a prospectus supplement has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The ATM facility will be subject to compliance with the ASX Listing Rules, including the Company's available share placement capacity.

Summary: Group financial results

Investor call

An investor webcast and conference call will be held at 9:00 a.m. AEST today, Thursday, August 20, 2026 (7:00 p.m. EDT Wednesday, August 19, 2026). Participants can register for the webcast via this link:
https://s1.c-conf.com/diamondpass/10056417-pz2402.html

^[1] Group performance includes Telix Precision Medicine, Telix Therapeutics and Telix Manufacturing Solutions (TMS).

^[2] All comparisons to H1 2025 results.

^[3] Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization.

^[4] Telix ASX disclosure April 13, 2026.

^[5] Telix ASX disclosure April 14, 2026.

^[6] Telix media release July 17, 2026. Japan Registry of Clinical Trials identifier: JRCT2031250473.

^[7] Telix media release January 20, 2026.

^[8] Launch and brand names subject to final regulatory approval. Zircaix (TLX250-Px, ccRCC imaging), Pixclara and Pixlumi (TLX101-Px, glioma imaging).

^[9] Prescription Drug User Fee Act.

^[10] Telix ASX disclosure April 10, 2026.

^[11] Telix media release May 1, 2026.

^[12] Corrected CRL issued April 10, 2026.

^[13] Telix ASX disclosure March 10, 2026.

^[14] Telix ASX disclosure July 2, 2026.

^[15] Telix LinkedIn June 25, 2026. Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ID: ACTRN12625000971437.

^[16] Telix media release July 16, 2026. Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ID: ACTRN12626000034336.

^[17] Telix media release July 21, 2026. ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07197580. Clear cell renal cell carcinoma.

^[18] ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07100730.

^[19] ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05450744.

^[20] Inter-segment revenue is eliminated on consolidation, refer to note 3 of the Interim financial report lodged today with the ASX.

^[21] Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization and other gains/(losses) (net).

SuperX and DDI have secured four rounds of Purchase Orders in 2026. The first three orders were secured in January, April and July respectively, followed by a fourth new Purchase Order in August. Four successive capacity expansions within a single year fully demonstrate DDI's recognition of SuperX's product quality, delivery reliability and localized service capabilities, serving as solid evidence of the Company's strengths in overseas computing hardware delivery. SuperX expects cumulative shipments to DDI to reach approximately US$38 million by the end of August 2026, of which approximately US$31 million has been shipped to date. Projects valued at around US$28 million are under phased production and sequential delivery, while new orders worth approximately US$20 million have been secured. The Company's regional delivery capacity has been validated by the market, and its localized delivery model has entered large-scale operation.

Japan's computing industry is accelerating the deployment of distributed AI infrastructure, with ongoing rollouts of data center operations, GPU cluster deployment and computing hosting projects. Market demand for bulk supply of high-performance servers, reliable product availability and rapid local response continues to climb. DDI has built a nationwide computing network across Japan, covering AI data center development and operation, hardware cluster asset management and commercial computing capacity provision. The company maintains sustained demand for stable supply of high-performance GPU hardware. This Phase 3 procurement contract and the Phase 4 Purchase Order, reflect the deepening long-term strategic partnership centered on localized delivery.

As SuperX's pivotal local hub in Japan's computing sector, the Japan Global Supply Center has established an integrated service ecosystem encompassing warehousing, bulk resource scheduling and local order fulfillment. Compared with conventional cross-border long-distance shipment models, the local hub significantly shortens equipment lead times, ensures on-time delivery of large-volume AI server orders, and caters precisely to local computing operators' project schedules featuring phased rollouts and capacity expansion. Since commencing operations, the Center has continuously secured hardware orders from domestic computing service providers with steadily growing supply volumes.

The new contract and new orders demonstrate the expanding operational capacity of SuperX's Japan Global Supply Center and further consolidate the Company's service footprint in Japan's local AI hardware delivery segment. Meanwhile, SuperX is actively onboarding more local computing clients, deepening regional market penetration and strengthening its market position within Japan's AI infrastructure industry. Against the backdrop of rising demand for distributed AI computing infrastructure across Japan, SuperX will continue to optimize inventory scheduling, bulk delivery and supporting service frameworks at the Japan Global Supply Center and expand the scope of local order fulfillment. Leveraging its localized supply chain capabilities, SuperX will deliver consistent, efficient hardware support for regional AI infrastructure initiatives and steadily drive the expansion of its overseas computing infrastructure business.

About SuperX AI Technology Limited (NASDAQ: SUPX)

SuperX AI Technology Limited is an AI infrastructure solutions provider, offering a comprehensive portfolio of proprietary hardware, advanced software, and end-to-end services for AI data centers. The Company's services include advanced solution design and planning, cost-effective infrastructure product integration, and end-to-end operations and maintenance. Its core products include high-performance AI servers, 800 Volts Direct Current (800VDC) solutions, high-density liquid cooling solutions, as well as AI cloud and AI agents. Headquartered in Singapore, the Company serves institutional clients globally, including enterprises, research institutions, and cloud and edge computing deployments. For more information, please visit www.superx.sg

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Since assuming the management of Nexxus Building at the beginning of this year, Trivium has rapidly driven interior upgrade and optimisation work. The 23rd floor has been transformed into a brand-new event space, "Nexxus Hub", providing tenants with a one-stop, value-added venue for seminars, networking events and workshops. At the same time, to meet market demand for flexible office space, the team subdivided the 6th floor into six small-to-medium units, significantly enhancing the flexibility of floorplate configuration to precisely address the needs of enterprises of different scales. Upon completion of the works, multiple tenant groups promptly enquired and successively moved in, including METiS TechBio as well as several finance industry companies.

As the global pioneer in AI-driven nanotechnology innovation and drug delivery, METiS TechBio has demonstrated robust market potential following its listing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in May this year. Dr. Chris Lai, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of METiS TechBio, said, "As a company at the forefront of life sciences and AI innovation technology, we are at a critical stage of rapid business expansion and global scaling. Central, as an international financial and commercial core, offers outstanding geographical advantages and a top-tier business ecosystem. With the completion of internal upgrade works at Nexxus Building, its event space and the flexible spatial planning on the 6th floor is a great match to our team's operational needs. We eagerly anticipate establishing our Hong Kong base at Nexxus Building to further drive the Group's technological innovation and strategic breakthroughs."

METiS TechBio's decision to locate at Nexxus Building not only reflects leading tech-innovation enterprises' confidence in the commercial prospects of Central's core, but also highlights how the building's post-optimisation positioning precisely addresses the requirements of high-growth enterprises.

Wilfred Ma, Managing Partner of Trivium Asset Management, said, "We warmly welcome METiS TechBio to Nexxus Building. This serves as a testament to the market's recognition of the building's prime location and quality facilities. Since taking over management, Trivium has been actively advancing asset optimisation, including creating the event space 'Nexxus Hub' and reconfiguring the unit layout on the 6th floor, injecting innovative concepts into a traditional Grade-A office building while providing tenants with a more flexible and value-added workplace experience. Looking ahead, we will continue to leverage innovative asset management strategies to attract a diversified range of premium enterprises, continuously unlocking the commercial value of Nexxus Building as a landmark Grade-A office building in Central."

Built in 1962 as the former headquarters of Hang Seng Bank, Nexxus Building has been a witness to Hong Kong's rise as a global financial centre. Following a major renovation in 2008 and the addition of a direct footbridge to IFC and the Airport Express in 2020, the building continues to host multinational corporations, leading financial institutions and professional services firms, and premium retail tenants - including the iconic Hong Kong Bankers Club - reinforcing its status as one of Central's most distinguished Grade‑A office towers.

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According to Dragon Capital, July offered a test the market rarely sets this cleanly: some of the strongest production data in years against the index's sharpest monthly fall since March. The question, whether the first half's growth composition could hold its momentum, was answered clearly. Capacity formation accelerated through every channel, and inflation fell month-on-month for a second consecutive month, confirming May as the peak.

Manufacturing gave the clearest reading. the index of industrial production (IIP) rose 14.5 per cent on-year in July and 11.4 per cent in seven months of this year, the strongest seven-month run in years, with breadth holding across metals, motor vehicles and electronics.

The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) climbed to a five-month high of 52.9, corroborating the official series. The more telling number is manufacturing employment, up 3.3 per cent on-year. Firms are adding people and plant, not just running existing capacity harder.

Capital deployment tells the same story from two directions. Public investment disbursement rose 25.9 per cent on-year in July, taking seven months of this year to 39 per cent of the annual plan, with the usual year-end acceleration still ahead. Realised FDI of $15.2 billion was the strongest seven-month total in five years, up 11.8 per cent and 82.6 per cent directed to manufacturing, while registered FDI rose 58 per cent to $38.1 billion. Domestic and foreign capital are being committed to the production base simultaneously, and at scale.

Imports are where that build shows up first. Import growth of 34.8 per cent on-year in seven months of this year ran well ahead of exports at 21.7 per cent, swinging the trade balance from a $10.4 billion surplus a year earlier to a $20.5 billion deficit.

The composition defuses most of the alarm: 94.1 per cent of imports were production inputs, led by electronics and computer components, up 65.9 per cent to $135.8bn. This is the investment cycle in transit rather than consumption outrunning income, though the import build will need to convert into exports for the external accounts to rebalance.

Retail sales, up 13.1 per cent in seven months of this year and 7.5 per cent in real terms, remain steady support rather than the swing factor.

Inflation was the month's most important quiet release. CPI fell 0.1 per cent on-month, a second consecutive decline that has taken more than a point off May's 5.6 per cent on-year peak, and the seven months' average of 4.4 per cent sits below the government's 4.5–5 per cent ceiling.

Core inflation at 4.6 per cent and utility costs still warrant monitoring, but the direction has turned: policy room that looked compressed in May is reopening just as the investment cycle asks more of it.

Dragon Capital also notes that the index spent July trading the world rather than Vietnam. The VN-Index fell 6.3 per cent in USD terms to close at 1,735.8, with the damage concentrated in the week to July 24, a 5.7 per cent drop on Middle East risk, oil and US trade-policy headlines. The recovery was quick, with the index reclaiming 1,700 by July 29, though foreign investors net sold roughly $430 milllion on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange and breadth stayed uneven.

The second half therefore starts constructive but more selective. FTSE implementation in September, lighter foreign positioning after months of net selling and reopening policy room all point towards a more positive outlook for the index in the coming months.

Domestic fundamentals hold firm as markets reprice global risk Domestic fundamentals remain solid as markets reassess global risk, with Middle East tensions causing volatility.

First-quarter growth hits record high despite global volatility Vietnam’s economy delivered a standout performance in the first quarter of 2026, with GDP expanding 7.8 per cent on-year – the strongest first-quarter growth on record.

Key factors to watch in the stock market in early 2026 A rebound in manufacturing, stronger domestic demand, record tourism and steady investment flows are laying a solid foundation for earnings momentum and improved market sentiment.

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Traveloka on April 18 released the inaugural edition of the Traveloka SEA Index, a quarterly read on how the region actually travels, built entirely on the platform's own first-party booking and search data across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The report highlights the Southeast Asian traveller who is not simply travelling more, but travelling better: venturing further afield, staying longer, and channelling spend into richer experiences on the ground.

Vietnam’s most-booked destinations remain the familiar giants, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Danang. Yet booking growth tells a different story. The strongest momentum comes from Vietnam’s own islands and coastline, where beach destinations significantly outpaced the wider market. While outbound demand elsewhere in the region is increasingly flowing towards East Asia, Vietnam’s growth is being driven strongly by domestic travel

Traveloka highlights a homegrown coastal surge, with Phu Quoc bookings up 86 per cent on-year and Con Dao, Hoi An and Danang also among the strongest performers.

While Thailand and Indonesia cooled and Singapore poured its growth abroad, Vietnam’s domestic and international bookings grew in step, and the domestic market was led by beach destinations, particularly Phu Quoc, Con Dao, Hoi An and Danang.

The data points to leisure travel rather than routine trips, with beach destinations attracting larger-than-average groups of 1.87–1.97 travellers and attraction bookings rising alongside accommodation stays. Dalat was the notable exception, with demand cooling sharply despite strong growth across most other domestic destinations.

Phu Quoc’s combination of beaches, resorts and accessibility has made it Vietnam’s strongest domestic travel success story this quarter. Meanwhile, travellers are increasingly drawn to Con Dao’s quieter island experience and natural beauty. Hoi An continues to benefit from its blend of heritage, food culture and family-friendly travel appeal.

In addition, Danang’s momentum reflects a destination succeeding across accommodation, attractions and family travel at the same time. Vung Tau, the quick coastal escape from Ho Chi Minh City, completes an all-beach domestic table.

Meanwhile, Vietnamese searches for Bangkok grew 61 per cent on-year, compared with a 19 per cent rise in bookings, while the average stay increased from 3.2 to 3.6 nights. Interest, commitment and time on the ground are all moving the same way.

Vietnam reshaping Southeast Asia's tourist map Vietnam is redrawing Southeast Asia's tourism landscape as visa reforms and infrastructure upgrades boost its global appeal.

Vietnamese tourists gain easier access to Dubai The UAE has expanded its pre-approved 14-day visit entry permit to programme to include Vietnamese nationals travelling with Emirates, allowing passengers to complete a streamlined online application before departure through VFS Global.

Vietnam ranks in top four Asian destinations for European tourists Vietnam has risen to fourth place among the most-searched Asian destinations by European travellers for summer 2026, while also ranking among the region’s fastest-growing markets in terms of travel interest, according to Agoda.

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In this context, expanding credit for job creation not only provides an additional source of capital for workers and production and business units, but also opens up opportunities for small livelihoods to grow into more stable production activities.

In the first six months of 2026, the labour market continued to show positive signs. The labour force aged 15 and above reached 53.7 million, up 690,700 from the same period last year.

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The number of employed people reached 52.6 million, up 672,500. Average monthly income stood at $360, an increase of $28.68 from the same period last year. The unemployment rate among the working-age population remained at 2.22 per cent.

Behind these positive figures, however, remains a significant gap in employment and livelihoods. Nearly 2.2 million people were classified as underutilised labour during the period.

More than four million people were engaged in work producing goods and services primarily for their own consumption, 89.6 per cent of them in rural areas. Informal employment continued to account for 61.9 per cent of total employment, rising to as high as 71.1 per cent in rural areas.

These figures indicate that the employment challenge is not simply a matter of the unemployment rate. For many households, particularly in rural areas, a lack of capital to expand their activities remains a barrier.

The income gap also points to this reality. In the first six months of the year, average monthly income among urban workers was $424, while that of rural workers was $316.

As a result, job creation is increasingly linked to another question: how can people who are able to work be given better conditions to create jobs for themselves, expand their livelihoods or join production establishments capable of generating additional employment?

This is a gap that policy credit can help address, particularly through lending policies that support job creation, job retention and expansion, targeting both workers with production and business plans and production and business units in need of capital for development.

Expanding capital flows for job creation

Under Government's Decree No.338/2025/ND-CP dated December 25, 2025, the lending programme supporting job creation, job retention and expansion has two main groups of borrowers: workers and production and business establishments, including small and medium-sized enterprises, cooperatives, cooperative unions, cooperative groups and household businesses.

Loan limits have also been raised. Workers may borrow up to $8,000, while production and business units may borrow up to $400,000, with a limit of no more than $8,000 for each worker whose employment is supported, retained or expanded. The maximum loan term is 10 years.

What notable is the way the funding is tied to employment objectives. To obtain loans from the Vietnam Bank for Social Policies system, the labourers must have a plan for using the funds to create, retain or expand employment.

For production and business establishments, the capital-use plan must also be feasible and meet regulatory requirements. Ultimately, the effectiveness of the policy is measured by its ability to generate income and employment.

The current interest rate under the programme is 7.92 per cent, per year. Some groups are eligible for a similar interest rate applied to poor households, currently 6.24 per cent, per year.

These include workers from ethnic minority groups belonging to poor households, poor households in areas facing extremely difficult socioeconomic conditions, people with disabilities, and people who directly care for people with particularly severe disabilities.

Preferential treatment is also available to production and business establishments where at least 30 per cent of their total workforce belongs to certain groups, including people with disabilities, ethnic minority people, people who have completed their prison sentences, and those who have completed decisions placing them in compulsory education or compulsory drug rehabilitation establishments.

This is a noteworthy approach: capital is prioritised for people seeking to create employment for themselves and establishments capable of creating jobs for others, while better conditions are provided to groups that face greater difficulties in entering the labour market.

In a growing economy, employment would be generated across a range of sectors: enterprises, cooperatives, household businesses and individual family livelihood models.

Many jobs are created from small loans just large enough to purchase additional machinery, procure more raw materials, expand production or keep a business activity running.

The value of job-creation credit therefore lies in its ability to direct capital to the right places - where there is demand for funding and the capacity to turn capital into economic activity.

As the labour market gains more jobs but the number of workers whose potential remains underutilised is still significant, expanding the capital flow would take on an additional meaning: creating conditions for more people not merely to have a job, but to have an opportunity to build a better livelihood from the work they do.

New loan policy eases path to social housing for low-income groups Vietnam has lowered the interest rate on social housing loans, with VBSP at the forefront of implementation, aiming to expand affordable housing access for low-income groups.

Policy lending accelerates in first half with $19 billion in loans Policy lending gathered pace in the first half of 2026 as the Vietnam Bank for Social Policies expanded concessional financing, creating jobs, supporting underprivileged groups and reinforcing the country's social security and inclusive growth agenda.

VBSP brings commune banking services into digital space While preserving its nationwide commune transaction network, the Vietnam Bank for Social Policies is accelerating digital transformation, enabling customers to access policy credit services, information and transactions more conveniently.

Beyond loans, veterans turn capital into sustainable livelihoods After leaving the military, many veterans have turned timely access to credit into a springboard for building productive businesses, creating jobs and continuing to contribute to their communities.

According to a statement on August 19, the project is developed by Nam Viet Green Energy JSC. The Vietnamese renewable energy company specialises in the development, investment, design, engineering, procurement, construction, and installation of renewable energy systems. The project is expected to be connected to the grid and begin commercial operations in mid-September.

As one of Vietnam's largest integrated resort destinations, Corona Resort faces growing electricity demand driven by tourism operations. The project initially had 5.5 MWp of modules installed, with the 3MWp n-type i-TOPCon Vertex N modules and 10MWh AC-coupled Trina Storage Elementa 2 added later, showing how existing solar assets can be expanded with BESS to strengthen local power supply resilience.

By combining daytime solar generation with greater energy flexibility provided by energy storage, commercial and industrial users can improve energy cost management and create additional commercial value. The integrated PV+BESS system enables greater utilisation of onsite solar generation, reduces peak electricity demand, enhances energy resilience, and improves overall operating efficiency.

The project reflects a larger trend of solar-plus-storage deployment in Vietnam. Vietnam aims to develop 10,000–16,300 MW of BESS capacity by 2030, reflecting the growing role of BESS in integrating solar and wind power, improving dispatch and strengthening energy security.

"This project demonstrates how advanced PV and BESS technologies can be successfully integrated into large-scale commercial facilities in Vietnam," a representative from Nam Viet said.

"Trinasolar went beyond its role as a technology supplier, drawing on its expertise across PV and energy storage to advise on the BESS configuration and operating approach. This helped us develop a solution aligned with the project's technical and commercial requirements."

Elva Wang, group director of Southeast, South and Central Asia, Trinasolar Asia Pacific, said, "Enhancing existing solar assets with energy storage is one of the emerging pathways in Vietnam's renewable energy market. These projects can present challenges from early-stage system planning to integration and delivery, making close collaboration between technology providers, EPCs and customers essential."

"By bringing PV and BESS together through bankable products, system-level understanding and regional execution experience, Trinasolar is helping partners in Vietnam develop PV+BESS projects for both generation and flexibility," Wang said.

Trina Solar to amplify its Vietnam footprint with third factory Trina Solar, a solar panel manufacturer based in China, is finalising plans to inaugurate its third production plant in Vietnam, a calculated move aimed at boosting its exports to the US following the imposition of US tariffs on its products manufactured in Thailand.

Trina Solar to invest additional $420 million in Thai Nguyen Trina Solar, a Chinese enterprise in photovoltaic module and smart energy solutions, decided to inject an additional $420 million into its ongoing projects in the northern province of Thai Nguyen.

More chinese solar-tech manufacturers enter Vietnam Hoang Thinh Dat JSC and Chinese firm Hainan Drinda New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. signed an MoU on March 26 to develop a solar panel factory in the Hoang Mai II Industrial Park, located in Southeast Economic Zone of the central province of Nghe An.

This move is part of Spalba's wider APAC expansion strategy, with the company looking to build a connected digital infrastructure for venues, planners and vendors as it scales across Southeast Asia. The company is targeting 100 per cent growth this year and plans to expand its footprint to more than 80 cities globally.

Spalba is also working towards building a network of over 100,000 active event spaces by 2027, with Southeast Asia expected to play an important role in its growth.

With the Vietnam foray, Spalba seeks to capitalise on the country's growing meetings industry market and secure a stronger presence across Southeast Asia.

Vietnam is gaining prominence as a MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism destination, supported by the expansion of its manufacturing and corporate sectors, as well as growing tourism and international business travel. Ho Chi Minh City is emerging as a key hub for conferences, incentive programmes and corporate events, with international planners showing increasing interest in the market.

Spalba sees an opportunity to simplify the venue-planning process, which remains largely manual. Finding and assessing suitable venues can take several weeks and may involve phone enquiries, site inspections and multiple rounds of coordination before planners make a final selection.

Vishal Puri, co-founder of Spalba, said, “Vietnam represents more than a new geography for us. It is an opportunity to participate in the next phase of how the region's event infrastructure is built. As corporate and MICE activity becomes increasingly cross-border, the industry needs infrastructure that makes venues discoverable, comparable and actionable without requiring planners to be physically present at every stage. We see the future moving from fragmented venue discovery to a connected operating layer for the entire event ecosystem.”

Spalba’s digital twin technology allows planners and corporate clients to get a virtual view of venues, evaluate available spaces and visualise potential layouts before visiting the site in person. According to the company, the technology can help properties shorten their sales cycles by up to 60 per cent.

Meliá Hotels International expands in Vietnam with first Meliá Collection hotel Following the signing of Ocaria Retreat Mui Ne, Member of Meliá Collection, Ignacio Martin, area managing director for Asia Pacific at Meliá Hotels International, spoke with VIR's Thanh Van about the group's expansion strategy in Vietnam.

iRad Hospital featured on CNN medical broadcast Melco Resorts and iRad Group highlighted their Macau medical facility following a feature on CNN's Meanwhile in Asia program during July 2026 broadcasts.

Sentosa GrillFest 2026 returns with 42 food vendors Sentosa GrillFest 2026 returns with its largest lineup yet, featuring 42 food vendors across five zones, including the debut of Chef's Grill, an air-conditioned omakase-inspired eight-course dining experience co-curated with the Singapore Chefs' Association.