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Realising double-digit growth targets
The National Assembly has approved ambitious double-digit growth targets for 30 localities in 2027, with Hai Phong and Quang Ninh leading. To achieve this, lawmakers emphasise streamlining public investment, unlocking private capital and attracting foreign funds. Crucially, this economic momentum must translate into better jobs, improved public services and sustainable environmental practices driven by technological innovation as Viet Nam moves towards high-income status.
Inflationary risks remain
Economy 03:37Viet Nam's Consumer Price Index rose to 4.75 percent in the first ten months of 2026, exceeding the full-year target. While seasonal food price hikes and global energy volatility pose ongoing risks into 2027, recent government tax cuts on fuel and strong fiscal policies aim to ease inflationary pressure and keep costs within a manageable range.
VEFTA opens new opportunities for Vietnamese firms
Economy 01:55The agreement between Viet Nam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) was signed on 18 October, opening up new opportunities for Vietnamese businesses to enter a high-value, quality-conscious market. However, with the agreement not yet in force, enterprises are being urged to prepare early to make the most of the opportunities ahead.
Realising double-digit growth targets
Economy 07:50The National Assembly has approved ambitious double-digit growth targets for 30 localities in 2027, with Hai Phong and Quang Ninh leading. To achieve this, lawmakers emphasise streamlining public investment, unlocking private capital and attracting foreign funds. Crucially, this economic momentum must translate into better jobs, improved public services and sustainable environmental practices driven by technological innovation as Viet Nam moves towards high-income status.
Tuyen Quang builds FTA support ecosystem
Economy 02:29Viet Nam’s FTA Index assesses how localities implement free trade agreements, highlighting progress and areas for improvement. Tuyen Quang ranks second nationwide in the 2025 index. Building on this result, the province is developing an FTA support ecosystem to help businesses address barriers and access export markets through coordinated support across production, standards, logistics and buyer connections.
500 CEOs explore investment opportunities at Autumn Economic Forum
Economy 03:14As part of the ongoing Autumn Economic Forum 2026, more than 500 business leaders explored investment opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City. The CEO 500 conference provided a space for direct dialogue with city authorities, as Ho Chi Minh City promotes its international financial centre as a channel for global capital, as part of its next stage of growth.
AI changes how Vietnamese discover financial products
Economy 03:18In Viet Nam, a growing number of retail investors are turning to AI models to navigate everything from stock picks to complex financial products. And the market is adapting quickly to stay relevant. It makes us wonder: Could AI become the new key to accessing Viet Nam's financial markets?
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