Tag: banking
Measures suggested for Vietnam’s economy to navigate pandemic
An official of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has suggested ways for the Vietnamese economy to keep moving forwards amid considerable challenges caused by the fourth wave of COVID-19 infections.
Vietnam Banks Association urges Visa, Mastercard to reduce fees
The Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) has urged international card organisations Visa and Mastercard to reduce several types of fees on Vietnamese banks as the fourth wave of COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam has seriously affected the lives and production of people and businesses.
Firms await new bank incentive policies
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is consulting on a draft circular for incentive policies to support firms with access to bank loans to overcome difficulties in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Adjusting ownership rate for foreign investors in banking sector is a long-term strategy
As the market is witnessing adjustments in the rate of ownership for foreign investors in banks, analysts say that it depends on the strategy and business plan of each bank from time to time.
SHB to transfer 100% of capital in SHB Finance to Thailand's Krungsri
SHB has signed agreements to transfer charter capital at SHbank Finance Company Limited (SHB Finance) to Bank of Ayudhya in Thailand, commonly known as Krungsri – a strategic member of the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG).
Measures to turn Vietnam into digital powerhouse: WB economist
World Bank (WB) Lead Economist and Programme Leader for Vietnam Jaques Morriset has pointed out solutions to turn the Southeast Asian nation into a digital powerhouse.
WB, Japan support strengthening pandemic preparedness in Vietnam
VOV.VN - The World Bank and the Institute for Social Development Studies have signed an agreement for a US$2.75 million grant provided by the Japan Social Development Fund for the “Strengthening preparedness and response to COVID-19 at the grassroots level in Vietnam” Project.
Banks continually cut lending rates to aid pandemic-affected customers
Commercial banks have continuously announced lending interest rate reductions to support and accompany customers to overcome the adverse impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aviation business association seeks central bank’s support for airlines
The Vietnam Aviation Business Association (VABA) has sent a document to the Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) requesting support for domestic airlines.
What message will US VP Kamala Harris bring to Vietnam?
VOV.VN - US Vice President Kamala Harris is making her first visit to Vietnam from August 24 to August 26 amid the relationship between the two countries continuing to witness positive development momentum.
