Việt Nam moves towards investment-grade status

23/05/2026
02:03

Việt Nam is moving closer to achieving investment-grade status, as international credit agencies continue to express confidence in the country's economic outlook and reform efforts. Most recently, Moody's Ratings upgraded Việt Nam's sovereign outlook to "Positive," highlighting improvements in governance, institutional quality and economic resilience.

EU tightens conditions for developing countries' trade preferences

EU tightens conditions for developing countries' trade preferences

Economy 02:30

The Council of Trade Ministers of the European Union member states recently approved amendments to the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) for developing countries. The new regulations continue to facilitate the entry of goods into the EU market, but tighten conditions regarding labour, environment, good governance, and cooperation on migration.

Việt Nam moves towards investment-grade status

Việt Nam moves towards investment-grade status

Economy 02:03

Việt Nam is moving closer to achieving investment-grade status, as international credit agencies continue to express confidence in the country's economic outlook and reform efforts. Most recently, Moody's Ratings upgraded Việt Nam's sovereign outlook to "Positive," highlighting improvements in governance, institutional quality and economic resilience.

Việt Nam steps up IP enforcement to protect the digital economy

Việt Nam steps up IP enforcement to protect the digital economy

Economy 09:45

Việt Nam has officially rolled out a sweeping nationwide campaign to combat intellectual property (IP) violations, signaling a robust shift from legislative planning to strict enforcement. Running through the end of May, the government directive aims to clean up both physical markets and the rapidly expanding digital space.

Business Readiness In The Global Green Economy

Business Readiness In The Global Green Economy

Economy 12:37

Introduced in 2021, the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is a tax levy applied to imported goods based on their greenhouse gas emissions during production in the country of origin, aiming to protect the environment and ensure fair trade. Following a transitional period of more than two years, the mechanism officially entered its final operational phase in January.

Việt Nam SMEs lead regional growth

Việt Nam SMEs lead regional growth

Economy 02:40

As digital transformation reshapes economies worldwide, small and medium-sized enterprises are increasingly seen as a key force driving innovation and competitiveness. Việt Nam's SMEs are emerging as some of the strongest performers in the Asia-Pacific region, driven by rapid digital adoption and growing business confidence.

Việt Nam moves toward trusted digital assets

Việt Nam moves toward trusted digital assets

Economy 06:23

Việt Nam’s on-chain crypto transaction value has surged from around 90 billion US dollars in 2023–2024 to 220 billion US dollars now, making it the third-largest crypto market in Asia. Việt Nam is set to launch a pilot digital asset trading platform in the third quarter of 2026. This move marks a shift away from a legal grey area.