Four pillars identified for Japan's ODA to Vietnam

09/10/2026
02:23

At the meeting, JICA's Chief Representative in Vietnam highlighted three major achievements from more than 100 Japan-supported ODA projects over the past year, ranging from new ODA loan agreements and volunteer activities to semiconductor workforce training.

Vietnam, Cambodia seek to boost economic ties

Vietnam, Cambodia seek to boost economic ties

Economy 02:53

At the invitation of Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung is set to pay an official visit to Cambodia from 9 October to 10 October. The visit comes as bilateral ties continue to develop strongly. Both countries are also working towards strengthening political trust and effectively implementing high-level agreements and commitments, particularly in breakthrough areas.

Smart City Asia showcases innovative solutions

Smart City Asia showcases innovative solutions

Economy 02:52

At Smart City Asia 2026 in Hanoi, domestic and international providers are showcasing solutions designed to make urban living safer, smarter and more sustainable. That encompasses AI-powered urban management, intelligent security, energy-saving infrastructure and digital education. New technologies are reshaping the future of cities.

Foreign investors urge Vietnam to keep tax policy stable

Foreign investors urge Vietnam to keep tax policy stable

Economy 29:47

Foreign investors often make decisions with a long-term horizon. Beyond incentives and market size, they also look for policy stability and sufficient time to adapt when regulations change. These are among the issues raised by foreign-invested enterprises, or FIEs, as they contribute to policy discussions in Vietnam.

Vietnam eases credit access for tourism

Vietnam eases credit access for tourism

Economy 02:18

Vietnam is expanding credit access for the tourism sector by revising property lending classifications. This policy allows hotels and resorts to secure financing for crucial infrastructure upgrades. The initiative aims to boost national accommodation capacity to 1.5 million rooms by 2030, directly supporting Vietnam's strategy to develop tourism into a sustainable, primary economic sector.

Four pillars identified for Japan's ODA to Vietnam

Four pillars identified for Japan's ODA to Vietnam

Economy 02:23

At the meeting, JICA's Chief Representative in Vietnam highlighted three major achievements from more than 100 Japan-supported ODA projects over the past year, ranging from new ODA loan agreements and volunteer activities to semiconductor workforce training.

Vietnam - Panama expand business cooperation

Vietnam - Panama expand business cooperation

Economy 00:42

Panama is looking to deepen business ties with Vietnam, with both sides exploring opportunities in trade, investment and agriculture. Speaking at the Vietnam-Panama Business Forum, Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino Quintero called on companies from both countries to turn those opportunities into concrete partnerships. The talks also highlighted the strategic role of the Panama Canal in global trade and its potential to support wider market access.