EV & MobilityVietnam
Vietnam urges railway overhaul ahead of US$67 billion high-speed project
Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc called for earlier workforce training, stronger domestic technology capabilities and better use of railway stations.
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- Business & CompaniesVietnam
French firms eye energy, rail and technology opportunities in Vietnam
France’s ambassador highlighted scope for cooperation as Vietnam seeks more power capacity, expanded transport networks and stronger research links.
- Trade & PolicyVietnam
Vietnam and Switzerland put education and innovation at centre of ties
The leaders also backed closer investment links, while Vietnam sought swift implementation of the newly signed VEFTA trade agreement.
- EconomyVietnam
Vietnam orders lending rates lowered by 1.5-2 percentage points
The central bank reported an average lending rate of 10.7 per cent in August, up 0.2 percentage points from July.
- TravelVietnam
Hoi An sees fewer ticket purchases as tourism grows
Conference participants urged stronger support for residents and conservation as heritage homes increasingly shift to commercial use.
Vietnam seeks global top-20 talent ranking with recruitment policy changes
Conclusion No. 105 proposes annual state spending of about 0.1 per cent of GDP on talent initiatives, alongside changes to incentives for skilled professionals.
- Business & CompaniesVietnam
Ho Chi Minh City plans to cut state stake in Becamex to above 65 per cent
The city's 2026–30 restructuring scheme also includes transferring state ownership representation rights in SJC and six other businesses to HFIC.
- Business & CompaniesVietnam
TC-HICT passes 8.2 million TEUs as it plans port upgrades
The Haiphong terminal is targeting vessels as large as 200,000 DWT over the long term and plans wider use of digital technology.
- Apps & PlatformsVietnam
Vietnam seeks Nokia cooperation on secure telecoms and dedicated 5G
Public Security Minister Luong Tam Quang proposed technology transfers, joint research and training during talks with Nokia’s Asia-Pacific head.
- AIVietnam
Viettel America gains OpenAI Select Partner status
The US subsidiary of Vietnam’s Viettel Group plans to broaden its AI expertise and develop applications for businesses and public-sector organisations.
