Ho Chi Minh City positions itself as new-generation financial hub
EconomyHo Chi Minh City is actively redefining its financial identity, aiming to move beyond the model of a traditional financial center toward a new-generation hub deeply integrated with global capital markets, according to vice-chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Cong Vinh.
Italy’s Lombardy sees strong opportunities in Vietnam, pledges support for local firms
EconomyLombardy, Italy’s leading economic region, sees strong opportunities in Vietnam and stands ready to support Vietnamese firms with advanced technological expertise, particularly in mechanical manufacturing, green transition, and circular economy, a regional official said.
Vietnam ships 1st batch of fresh pomelos to Australia
EconomyVietnam officially exported its first shipment of fresh pomelos to Australia on Monday, marking a milestone for the country’s fruit industry and opening access to one of the world’s most demanding markets.
Vietnam’s planned crypto exchange trial in Q3 draws global investors, prompts race for licenses
EconomyVietnam is set to pilot exchanges for digital and crypto assets from the third quarter of 2026, drawing investment from global firms as local companies race to meet minimum charter capital requirements for licensing.
Vietnam to export 1st shipment of fresh pomelos to Australia next week
EconomyVietnam is set to export its first official shipment of fresh pomelos to Australia on Monday after about six months of preparation, the agriculture ministry said.
Vietnam’s PV Gas imports nearly 60,000 tonnes of LNG to support power supply
EconomyVietnam’s PetroVietnam Gas (PV Gas) said it had received two liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments totaling nearly 60,000 tonnes from Southeast Asia this month, raising its cumulative imports to more than 123,000 tonnes so far in 2026 to support power generation during the peak dry season.
US launches 2 trade probes covering multiple countries, including Vietnam
EconomyThe United States has launched two large-scale trade investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 covering dozens of countries and territories, including Vietnam, over concerns related to excess capacity and forced labor, according to the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Japan’s Meiko Electronics expands Vietnam footprint with $50mn PCB unit in Phu Tho
EconomyLeading Japanese printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer Meiko Electronics will invest US$50 million to establish a new subsidiary in Vietnam, expanding production capacity as demand rises amid supply chain shifts to ASEAN, the company said in a statement.
46 banks in Vietnam pledge to cut interest rates
EconomyForty-six commercial banks in Vietnam pledged to lower both deposit and lending interest rates at a meeting with the State Bank of Vietnam on Thursday in a bid to ease financial pressure on businesses and households.
FTSE Russell confirms Vietnam stock market upgrade
EconomyFTSE Russell has reaffirmed its plan to upgrade Vietnam’s stock market from frontier to secondary emerging market status, effective September 21, and released a preliminary list of 32 Vietnamese stocks eligible for potential inclusion in the FTSE Global All Cap Index.
