Vietnamese firms build capabilities to compete globally

27/08/2026
06:46

Companies are strengthening manufacturing capabilities while expanding internationally in search of long-term growth. How can Vietnamese firms ensure they have the technology, quality and management capabilities to compete in demanding markets and succeed globally?

Vietnamese firms build capabilities to compete globally

Vietnamese firms build capabilities to compete globally

Economy 06:46

Companies are strengthening manufacturing capabilities while expanding internationally in search of long-term growth. How can Vietnamese firms ensure they have the technology, quality and management capabilities to compete in demanding markets and succeed globally?

Canada imposes tariffs on U.S. imports

Canada imposes tariffs on U.S. imports

Economy 02:27

Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs of up to 50 percent on $27.6 billion worth of U.S. goods, matching Washington's recent measures after trade talks broke down. With around 700 products affected, businesses on both sides are urging both governments to de-escalate tensions.

Japanese government bonds attract retail investors

Japanese government bonds attract retail investors

Economy 01:56

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Vietnam boosts border-to-coast railway

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Economy 02:54

Vietnam's National Assembly approved adjustments to the investment plan for the Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong railway on 24 August, with 92% of lawmakers voting in favour. The changes increase the project's total investment by about US$3.3 billion compared with the plan approved last year.

U.S. bolsters domestic manufacturing, port logistics

U.S. bolsters domestic manufacturing, port logistics

Economy 03:18

As geopolitical tensions and conflicts intensify, supply chains are becoming increasingly vulnerable to disruption. Strengthening domestic production and freight capacity is a key priority of the 2026 U.S. National Freight Strategic Plan. The Port of Savannah in Georgia offers a closer look at how the United States is strengthening its domestic freight capacity, the nation's third-busiest container gateway and a major hub connecting ocean shipping with rail and highway networks.

Agentic AI: The key to new operating models

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Economy 03:13

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