Vietnam’s financial sector accelerates AI adoption, but security issue remains
By Thanh Van
February 10, 2026 | 15:37
Financial institutions in Vietnam are accelerating the adoption of AI, but security concerns and legacy technology remain significant barriers.
ExxonMobil Vietnam initiatives foster resilient communities
By Thanh Van
February 10, 2026 | 15:20
ExxonMobil Vietnam continues to invest in building resilient communities and foster opportunities for future generations.
Marico buys 75 per cent of Vietnam skincare startup Skinetiq
By Thanh Van
February 10, 2026 | 14:44
Marico Limited on February 9 announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a 75 per cent equity stake in Skinetiq JSC.
SCIC general director meets with Oman Investment Authority
By Thanh Van
February 10, 2026 | 14:14
The State Capital Investment Corporation (SCIC) general director Nguyen Quoc Huy held a meeting with the working delegation of the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) at SCIC headquarters on February 3.
Agentic AI set to reshape Vietnam’s enterprise landscape
By Thanh Van
February 10, 2026 | 12:06
Salesforce says agentic AI will help Vietnamese firms boost productivity, enhance competitiveness, and climb the digital value chain.
Citi sharpens its focus on institutional banking
By Thien Huong
February 09, 2026 | 19:58
Minh Ngo, newly appointed Citi country officer and banking head for Vietnam, discussed the bank’s strategic priorities in this country with VIR’s Thien Huong.
Green logistics–the vital link in the global energy transition
By Thanh Van
February 09, 2026 | 19:35
Do Hoang Phuong, chairman of Precious Prestige Trading and Logistics (PPL), spoke with VIR’s Thanh Van about the company’s vision and strategy, as well as how the Vietnamese logistics enterprise can contribute to supporting the national and global energy
Wages and Lunar New Year bonuses on the rise
By Anh Duc
February 09, 2026 | 17:47
The average Lunar New Year bonus rose 13 per cent in 2026 as higher minimum wages and improved labour market conditions boosted incomes.
Agro-forestry and fisheries exports jump nearly 30 per cent in January
By Thai An
February 09, 2026 | 17:45
Vietnam’s agro-forestry and fisheries export turnover reached an estimated $6.51 billion in January 2026, up 29.5 per cent on-year.
Canada backs Vietnam’s green transition with AGILE project
By Nguyen Huong
February 09, 2026 | 17:41
The Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada, and the Embassy of Canada in Vietnam, launched the project “Advancing Innovation, Growth and Leadership Capacity for Vietnamese Enterprises” on February 6.
Canada trade minister to visit Vietnam and Singapore
By Thanh Van
February 09, 2026 | 17:37
Canada’s trade minister will visit Vietnam and Singapore to strengthen trade, investment, and regional economic cooperation.
SSC steps up engagement with FTSE Russell on market reforms
By Thanh Van
February 09, 2026 | 17:33
The State Securities Commission is working with FTSE Russell to support market reforms and strengthen integration with global capital markets.
G42 and Vietnamese consortium to build national AI infrastructure
By Thanh Van
February 09, 2026 | 17:32
G42, the Abu Dhabi-based technology group, and a consortium comprising FPT Corporation and Viet Thai Group, signed an agreement to develop AI capabilities and cloud infrastructure across Vietnam on February 9.
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