Vietnam's Mekong Delta: Stronger regional links for growth

23/09/2026
02:59

Resolution 27 of the Politburo calls for a new development space and stronger links between regions, so each locality can make better use of its strengths. In Vietnam's Mekong Delta, this can be clearly seen in the agricultural value chain. A grain of rice may be produced in one place, but before reaching a factory, an export port or the market, it has to pass through many different steps.

Vietnamese businesses on path to medical technology mastery

Vietnamese businesses on path to medical technology mastery

Economy 03:04

Vietnam’s medical device market is projected to reach 2.8 billion dollars by 2029. Yet, with around 90% of medical equipment still imported, strengthening domestic technological capacity has become an economic priority. For Vietnamese businesses, mastering medical technology means reducing reliance on overseas suppliers, building domestic industrial capabilities, and capturing greater value from a growing market.

New investment opportunities from EFTA

New investment opportunities from EFTA

Economy 03:09

Vietnam and the four EFTA member states - Norway, Iceland, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein, have concluded FTA negotiations after more than ten years of talks. Many of Vietnam's key export goods still have room to grow in these high-purchasing-power markets. Vietnam is also opening up further opportunities to attract capital inflows from EFTA members, who possess strengths in technology, energy, finance, and green development.

ASEAN draws record US$243.9 billion in foreign investment

ASEAN draws record US$243.9 billion in foreign investment

Economy 02:37

ASEAN economic ministers have concluded their meeting in Manila, highlighting the region’s resilience despite global uncertainty. Foreign investment into ASEAN reached a record 243.9 billion US dollars last year, as the bloc pushes for deeper economic and digital integration.

Vietnam's Mekong Delta: Stronger regional links for growth

Vietnam's Mekong Delta: Stronger regional links for growth

Economy 02:59

Resolution 27 of the Politburo calls for a new development space and stronger links between regions, so each locality can make better use of its strengths. In Vietnam's Mekong Delta, this can be clearly seen in the agricultural value chain. A grain of rice may be produced in one place, but before reaching a factory, an export port or the market, it has to pass through many different steps.

Japan’s local governments ramp up bond investment

Japan’s local governments ramp up bond investment

Economy 02:00

Local governments across Japan are stepping up investment in bonds, including Japanese government bonds, as interest rates rise. As of March, their bond holdings had increased 100-fold in just one year.

Vietnamese AI takes on the language barrier

Vietnamese AI takes on the language barrier

Economy 02:29

An English-language document, a Japanese contract, or a German research paper - for many businesses, overcoming language barriers is about more than accurate translation. It also means ensuring speed, security, and the right technical context. AI is changing how these challenges are addressed. Rather than simply relying on existing tools, Vietnamese engineers are developing their own AI solutions to bridge global language gaps.