Vietnam International Finance Center advances efforts to connect capital flows
Cashless payment value reaches 28 times GDP in first half of 2026
Vietnam prepares groundwork for real-world asset tokenization
Ho Chi Minh City Tax Department launches AI hotline to handle taxpayer queries
NA deputies debate flexible credit rules, crypto assets in banking reform
Vietnam seeks US$700 billion for net zero transition
State Treasury supplies VND780 trillion to boost market liquidity
Financial reform plan targets long-term capital, institutional investor growth
Government targets MSCI stock market upgrade, fintech sandbox by 2030
Ministry proposes interest rate subsidy policy to support business investment
Property firms drive corporate bond issuance as credit tightens
Domestic gold prices plunge as investors await imminent FED decision
Household bank deposits top VND10.8 quadrillion
Ministry drafts national venture capital fund to boost startup ecosystem
Government approves International Financial Center Development Plan through 2035
"Lights On" campaign launched to build community for VIFC
Vietnam's tax authority expands AI support for e-commerce tax compliance
Vietnam fines crypto traders up to US$1,900 for using unlicensed platforms
Science ministry proposes easing IPO rules for start-ups
Foreign experts join advisory group for Vietnam Int'l Financial Center in HCMC
HCMC firms seek easier access to credit as banks promote cash flow-based lending
Investors' trust key to building international financial center: Economists
Businesses struggle as high interest rates persist despite rising credit growth
State Audit recommends over US$385 million in budget adjustments
Vietnam–Singapore QR payment link expands ASEAN’s digital economy infrastructure
National
Vietnam's labor federation backs seven-day Lunar New Year holiday for 2027
The Vietnam General Confederation of Labor has endorsed a seven-day holiday for Lunar New Year 2027, running from February 4 through February 10, according to a document issued on August 11.
Press agencies join efforts to find, identify fallen soldiers
Draft urban law proposes private support for public administrative services
Draft urban law poised to reform infrastructure financing, TOD in megacities
Vietnam needs stronger institutions capable of driving growth
International
Top leader receives Vietnamese intellectuals, scientists in Australia
General Secretary and President To Lam hosted a reception in Sydney on Monday for prominent Vietnamese intellectuals and scientists who are members of the Vietnam–Australia Scholars & Experts Association (VASEA).
Top leader To Lam, Australian PM meet the press following talks
Australian Governor-General hosts welcome ceremony for top Vietnamese leader
Ho Chi Minh City leaders pay tribute to Lao National Assembly President
Vietnam, Australia should develop more strategic new-style partnership
Business
Vietnamese banks roll out cheaper credit for SMEs
Several Vietnamese banks have cut lending rates and launched preferential credit packages to help businesses lower borrowing costs and support economic growth.
Vietnam’s seafood exports surpass US$12 billion annually
Cashless payment value reaches 28 times GDP in first half of 2026
Global buyers seek Vietnamese food, agricultural products
Phuoc Hai boosts value of specialty yellow-fleshed longan
Education
Digital tools transform school meal safety in Ho Chi Minh City
With the new school year just weeks away, schools and local authorities are racing to strengthen food safety and nutrition standards with technology-driven monitoring and enhanced training programs.
High school named after General Vo Nguyen Giap in Ho Chi Minh City inaugurated
Ho Chi Minh City ready for new school year
High school exam scores lose dominance in 2026 university enrollment trends
Gov't issues decree to encourage businesses in vocational training collaboration
Sports
Sports-related insults, abusive behavior face heavy fines
The violators may be fined from VND15 million (US$570) to VND20 million (US$760).
