Vietnam – A rising star in Asia: Indian professor

Vietnam – A rising star in Asia: Indian professor

Vietnam is emerging as a standout growth performer not only in Southeast Asia but across Asia as a whole, according to Professor Reena Marwah from the University of Delhi, and Secretary-General of the Association of Asia Scholars (AAS).

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IUU fishing combat: Deputy PM urges data standardization, stricter enforcement

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on December 23 stressed the need to standardize data across agencies and localities on issues flagged by the European Commission (E.C.), as Vietnam seeks to have the E.C.’s “yellow card” against its seafood exports lifted.

AI moves into daily life as Vietnam accelerates smart city development


Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as the core engine of modern urban governance, shaping how cities plan, operate and deliver services, participants heard at the Vietnam - Asia Smart City Summit 2025, which took place in Hanoi on December 23.
Resolution 57: Telecom providers accelerate 2G shutdown, Viettel hits early 5G milestone

Vietnamese telecom operators are fast-tracking plans to discontinue 2G services by September 2026, in line with a national frequency reorganization aimed at bolstering 4G and 5G networks and achieving full 5G coverage by 2030 under the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW.

Viettel exceeds target, installing 20,000 5G stations in 2025


PANO - The Military Industry-Telecoms Group (Viettel) has reached the milestone of installing 20,000 new 5G stations in 2025 with over three weeks ahead of the timeline committed to the Government.
Vinh Long, Singaporean company eye cooperation in renewable energy, eco-industrial parks

The People’s Committee of Vinh Long province held a working session on December 22 with Singapore’s Sembcorp Industries to discuss cooperation and investment opportunities in energy, renewable energy, and the development of economic zones and industrial parks in the Mekong Delta locality.

Mercosur, Vietnam launch preferential trade agreement negotiations


The Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and Vietnam have launched negotiations for a preferential trade agreement, Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira announced at the bloc's 67th summit in Foz de Iguazu on December 20.
Banking sector anchors macroeconomic stability, setting stage for new growth cycle

In 2025, amidst complex domestic and global developments, Vietnam’s banking sector has continued to play a pivotal role in safeguarding macroeconomic stability through pro-active and flexible monetary policy management.

Green transition emerges as new engine of growth


Green transition is no longer an option; rather, it has become a top strategic priority for businesses, especially as Vietnam has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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