Vietnam’s stock market has officially moved from frontier to secondary emerging market status under the FTSE Russell classification. The upgrade, effective from September 21, 2026, opens the market to a broader range of global investors and could attract billions of dollars in foreign capital. With 27 Vietnamese stocks joining the FTSE Global All-Cap Index, the move also reflects years of reforms to improve market access, infrastructure and transparency.
On this episode of S: For Peace: The Courage of Chemical Defence Soldiers, we go behind the scenes with Vietnam’s Chemical Corps as they endure grueling physical drills in full protective gear, master reconnaissance and decontamination procedures for toxic hazards, and respond to real-world emergencies to safeguard the community.
In this episode of China Link, let’s take a closer look at China’s urban renewal efforts and the growing number of Vietnamese people making China their home. The broadcast also reports on efforts to revive the traditional craft of dó paper making in Vietnam, alongside a feature on Hue’s bánh bột lọc, a local speciality known for its translucent appearance.
Vietnam’s stock market has officially moved from frontier to secondary emerging market status under the FTSE Russell classification. The upgrade, effective from September 21, 2026, opens the market to a broader range of global investors and could attract billions of dollars in foreign capital. With 27 Vietnamese stocks joining the FTSE Global All-Cap Index, the move also reflects years of reforms to improve market access, infrastructure and transparency.
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At the 81st UN General Assembly in New York, Party General Secretary and President To Lam delivered a pivotal address emphasizing peace, international law, and multilateral cooperation. Reaffirming Vietnam's role as a trusted partner to rebuild trust and prevent economic and technological divisions.