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Banking sector accelerates green transition towards net-zero goals

Hanoi, Dec. 8 -- Vietnamese banks are entering a pivotal stage in their green transition, as requirements on sustainable development, emission reduction and ESG practices are increasingly becoming sta... Read More


Vietnam's retail sales, service revenue up 9.1% in 11 months

Hanoi, Dec. 8 -- A favourable visa policy and effective stimulus programmes have helped Vietnam's total retail sales and consumer service revenue grow 9.1% in the first 11 months of 2025, with tourism... Read More


Climate-tech sector sees surge in venture capital investment

HCM City, Dec. 8 -- Investment in Vietnam's climate-tech sector posted exceptional growth in 2024, with venture capital (VC) in this field accounting for 22.3% of total domestic VC activities, nearly ... Read More


Gov't determined to wage uncompromising fight against smuggling, counterfeit goods

Hanoi, Dec. 8 -- The Vietnamese Government has "declared an uncompromising fight" against smuggling, trade fraud, counterfeit and substandard goods, goods of unclear origin, and those that infringe in... Read More


Party chief receives Russian Presidential Academy Rector

Hanoi, Dec. 8 -- Party General Secretary To Lam called on the political academies of Vietnam and Russia to build on existing achievements and expand joint training programmes in public administration,... Read More


Vietnam's tourism sector ramps up for Christmas, New Year peak season

Hanoi, Dec. 8 -- Vietnam's tourism sector is accelerating into the year-end peak season with strong momentum after 11 months of solid growth. From digital technologies and cultural experiences to lar... Read More


15th NA's 10th session discusses enhanced power delegation for Hanoi

Hanoi, Dec. 8 -- Special mechanisms for implementing major projects in Hanoi, the investment policy for Long Thanh International Airport, amendments to the Law on Value-Added Tax are among those high ... Read More


Vietnam draws French holidaymakers during Christmas, New Year

Paris, Dec. 8 -- French travel agencies are reporting a notable rise in bookings for the Christmas and year-end holiday season, with Vietnam emerging as one of the most popular long-haul destinations ... Read More


HCM City removes administrative difficulties delaying social housing projects

HCM City, Dec. 8 -- Ho Chi Minh City is stepping up efforts to simplify administrative procedures and clear hurdles in developing social housing, including new rules to speed up the issuance of constr... Read More


Reference exchange rate up slightly at week's beginning

Hanoi, Dec. 8 -- The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate at 25,152 VND/USD on December 8, up 1 VND from the last working day of the previous week. With the current trading band... Read More