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National credit info centre hacked, personal data at risk
A cybersecurity breach at the National Credit Information Center (CIC) has been confirmed by the Vietnam Cyber Emergency Response Center (VNCERT), with initial investigations pointing to a criminal cyberattack aimed at stealing personal data.
Industrial property market draws fresh wave of foreign investment
Vietnam’s industrial property market is heating up as foreign investors pour billions of dollars into factories, warehouses and ready-built facilities, driven by accelerating supply chain shifts and a new surge of global capital.
Retail therapy lifts Vietnam’s spending spirits
Vietnam’s shoppers gave the economy a welcome boost last month, with total retail sales of goods and services surging by an estimated 10.6% year on year, according to the National Statistics Office.
Four Vietnamese banks join IFC's Green Alliance to boost sustainable finance
Four Vietnamese commercial banks have become members of the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) Alliance for Green Commercial Banks, a global initiative to accelerate sustainable finance and green banking practices across emerging markets.
HCM City sees strong growth in first eight months despite slow public investment
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s economic powerhouse, reported robust gains in industry, services, and foreign investment in the first eight months, but officials warned that sluggish public investment is threatening its 8.5% growth target.
Vietnam’s sugar productivity maintains top regional spot
In the 2024-2025 crop, Vietnam maintained its position as the regional leader in sugar productivity, reaching 6.69 tonnes of sugar per hectare, outpacing other major producers such as Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines.
Vietnam to start building US$7 bln international financial hub in HCM City
Ho Chi Minh City will begin construction of a long-planned international financial centre (IFC) in September, part of Vietnam’s push to position itself as a regional financial hub alongside Singapore and Hong Kong (China).
Vietnam tops ASEAN in consumer sentiment: UOB report
Major ASEAN economies have continued to show resilience despite the uncertain macroeconomic environment, with Vietnam standing out as the most optimistic market in the region, according to a survey recently released by Singapore-based United Overseas Bank (UOB).
Two Vietnamese students recognised at FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge
Two Vietnamese students were among the six winners honoured at the 2025 FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge Asia Pacific finals, organised by Federal Express Corporation, one of the world's largest express transportation companies, together with Junior Achievement (JA) in Singapore.
Top Cuban leader commits greater incentives for Vietnamese enterprises
Cuba is committed to creating favourable conditions and offering greater incentives, while addressing difficulties and obstacles to enable Vietnamese enterprises to do business in the country.