Standard Chartered optimistic about Vietnam’s economic growth outlook in 2026

Standard Chartered has maintained a positive view of Vietnam’s economic outlook in 2026, although its growth forecast remains more cautious than the Government’s ambitious 10% target.

Vietnam emerges as typical case of Asia’s FDI success

13/01/2026 23:59
Many Asian economies have tapped into foreign direct investment (FDI) to fuel economic growth, with Vietnam standing out as a notable success, while others still face challenges in turning capital inflows into lasting development.

Ca Mau, Chinese firm join forces in 5-billion-USD plan for urban rail, smart transport

13/01/2026 23:58
The People’s Committee of Ca Mau province and China's Pacific Construction Group (PCG) on January 13 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on strategic cooperation for planning and developing the urban railway network, and implementing a transit-oriented development (TOD) model, integrating urban development with public transport around stations.

Hoa Hao Buddhism founder’s 106th birth anniversary marked in An Giang

13/01/2026 23:58
The Central Executive Board of Hoa Hao Buddhist Sangha held a ceremony in the Southern province of An Giang on January 13, marking the 106th birth anniversary of Huynh Phu So, the founder of Hoa Hao Buddhism.

Women’s national team step up preparations for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 finals

13/01/2026 23:57
The Vietnam women’s national football team will launch its first training camp of 2026 as part of preparations for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 finals, set to take place in Australia from March 1–21.

Outgoing Cambodian, U.S. and Philippine Ambassadors bid farewell to N.A. Chairman

13/01/2026 23:55
National Assembly (N.A.) Chairman Tran Thanh Man hosted separate receptions in Hanoi on January 13 for Cambodian Ambassador Chea Kimtha, U.S. Ambassador Marc Knapper, and Philippine Ambassador Meynardo L.B. Montealegre, who came to bid farewell to the top legislator at the end of their tenures in Vietnam.

Vietnam seeks stronger partnership with Singapore

13/01/2026 23:55
Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh had a meeting with Singaporean Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong on January 13 as part of his working trip to the city-state.

N.A. Vice Chairman calls for Son La’s full preparedness of elections of deputies

13/01/2026 23:54
A delegation of the National Assembly (N.A.) Standing Committee and the National Election Council, led by N.A. Vice Chairman Vu Hong Thanh, held a working session with the Election Committee of Son La province on preparations for the elections of deputies to the 16th N.A. and the People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term.

Vietnam among top contenders in ASEAN Digital Awards finals

13/01/2026 23:54
Vietnam has three technological solutions shortlisted the finals of the 2026 ASEAN Digital Awards, placing the country among those with the highest number of finalists alongside Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand, according to information released at the ongoing 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting (ADGMIN-6) in Hanoi from January 12–16.

Business Confidence Index reaches seven-year high: EuroCham Vietnam

13/01/2026 23:53
The European Chamber of Commerce (EuroCham) in Vietnam on January 13 released the Q4/2025 edition of its Business Confidence Index (BCI), which climbed to 80 points, the highest level recorded in the past seven years.

Au Lac Grand Prize launched to honor Vietnamese-made AI

13/01/2026 23:53
The Au Lac Grand Prize has been launched to recognize artificial intelligence (AI) products and solutions developed and mastered by Vietnamese innovators that deliver strong and lasting socio-economic impact.

1 2 3 4 5

PHOTOS

Public security force practices scenarios to safeguard upcoming National Party Congress

Brigade 162 “Steel fist” of Vietnam People’s Navy

MR9’s Anti-aircraft Artillery Troops Safeguard Southwestern Airspace

Task-force commando troops train hard to stay ever-ready

Troops Risk their Lives for Flood-hit Residents

Ceremony held for deployment of peacekeepers

Parade Contingents Leave Hanoi after Mission A80

Impressive Moments at Grand Ceremony Marking 80th National Day

Video

“Thursday of Sharing Love” in Border Area

Photos

Brigade 147 maintains combat readiness

Editor-in-Chief: Major General DOAN XUAN BO
Senior Colonel NGO ANH THU, Senior Colonel TRAN ANH TUAN, Senior Colonel LE NGOC LONG, Senior Colonel NGUYEN HONG HAI (in charge of online edition).
Chief of the Online Newspaper Division: Senior Colonel Trinh Van Dung
License number: 52/GP-CBC 10-6-2021

Address: No.7 Phan Dinh Phung Str, Hanoi.
Tel: (84 - 24) 37471748 / 069551452
Fax: (84 - 24) 37474913
E-mail: epano2005@gmail.com
Advertising: (84 - 24) 37473757

Currency	Buy	Sell
EUR	25,476.64	26,873.59
USD	25,170	25,560

Standard Chartered optimistic about Vietnam’s economic growth outlook in 2026

Standard Chartered optimistic about Vietnam’s economic growth outlook in 2026

Standard Chartered has maintained a positive view of Vietnam’s economic outlook in 2026, although its growth forecast remains more cautious than the Government’s ambitious 10% target.

Vietnam emerges as typical case of Asia’s FDI success

Vietnam emerges as typical case of Asia’s FDI success

Ca Mau, Chinese firm join forces in 5-billion-USD plan for urban rail, smart transport

Ca Mau, Chinese firm join forces in 5-billion-USD plan for urban rail, smart transport

Hoa Hao Buddhism founder’s 106th birth anniversary marked in An Giang

Hoa Hao Buddhism founder’s 106th birth anniversary marked in An Giang

Women’s national team step up preparations for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 finals

Women’s national team step up preparations for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 finals

Outgoing Cambodian, U.S. and Philippine Ambassadors bid farewell to N.A. Chairman

Outgoing Cambodian, U.S. and Philippine Ambassadors bid farewell to N.A. Chairman

Vietnam seeks stronger partnership with Singapore

Vietnam seeks stronger partnership with Singapore

N.A. Vice Chairman calls for Son La’s full preparedness of elections of deputies

N.A. Vice Chairman calls for Son La’s full preparedness of elections of deputies

Vietnam among top contenders in ASEAN Digital Awards finals

Vietnam among top contenders in ASEAN Digital Awards finals

Business Confidence Index reaches seven-year high: EuroCham Vietnam

Business Confidence Index reaches seven-year high: EuroCham Vietnam

Au Lac Grand Prize launched to honor Vietnamese-made AI

Au Lac Grand Prize launched to honor Vietnamese-made AI

PHOTOS

Most Read

Cherry-like apricot blossoms in Da Lat welcome new spring

Overcoming headwinds, Vietnam lays cornerstone to break through into new era: PM

Five new intangible cultural heritage elements added to national list

Fuel prices continue to fall on January 8

National Party Congress: High hopes for breakthrough decisions

Da Nang announces theme of signature international fireworks festival

Scholar highlights strategic significance of upcoming 14th National Party Congress

Hanoi’s athletes, coaches honored for great success at SEA Games 33

Party chief highlights importance of science, technology-driven development model

Those who build bridge of enduring affection

Naval Region 5 brings early Tet to Southwestern waters

Any foreign activities in Hoang Sa without Vietnam’s permission are illegal: Spokesperson

Vietnam requests Netflix to remove film over maps featuring “U-shaped line”

Video

Photos