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Vietnam’s growth resilient amid global challenges

The Asian Development Outlook April 2026, Asian Development Bank (ADB)’s flagship annual economic publication, maintains a positive outlook for Vietnam over the near term. Strong exports ahead of the US reciprocal tariff adjustments, expansionary policies, and sustained investment supported the country’s solid economic growth last year. However, evolving US trade measures, conflict in the Middle […]

Qualcomm names 28 startups for 2026 Vietnam Innovation Challenge

On April 6, Qualcomm Technologies announced the selected teams to take part in the 2026 Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge (QVIC), which specialise in sectors including smart cities, the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics and drones, healthcare, and agritech. Participants will undergo an initial three-month incubation period. 15 of the 28 startups will advance to a […]

Grab unveils 13 AI-powered experiences

Grab launched 13 AI-powered experiences at GrabX 2026, its annual product showcase, upgrading its app experience as an intelligent everyday guide for millions across Southeast Asia. Smarter choices, powered by AI Being an Everyday Guide is about helping consumers get through city life more easily and reducing the mental load of everyday decisions. Group Ride […]

Workday expands into Vietnam and scales Southeast Asia presence

Workday, Inc., an AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, on March 31 announced a strategic expansion of operations into Vietnam. This expansion is underpinned by an ecosystem of five global and regional partners, all dedicated to meeting the growing local demand for digital transformation. This expansion marks a deepening commitment to Southeast Asia, […]

Carebot enters Vietnamese healthcare market

According to the company’s announcement on March 31, the collaboration follows the signing of a document focused on the implementation and use of Carebot’s AI solutions in clinical practice. “This collaboration is an important step in bringing clinically validated AI into new regions and real hospital environments. We see strong potential in Vietnam and across […]

When finance serves society: MUFG drives smart agriculture in Vietnam

It calls for collaboration across borders, sectors, and generations. In this context, co-creation has become a necessity. Against this backdrop, MUFG has been advancing a long-term approach in Vietnam that brings together sustainable finance, innovation, and human capital development. From strengthening agricultural systems through its Food X initiative, to empowering youth innovators and engaging startups […]

Kim Long Motor exports first buses to Thailand in regional push

On March 20, the company announced that 10 passenger buses – including both internal combustion and electric engine models – had been shipped as part of a contract for 300 vehicles to be exported to Thailand in 2026. The milestone underscores the manufacturer’s production capacity and the growing regional recognition of Vietnamese-made automobile products. Researched […]

Russia-Vietnam bilateral trade grows 6 per cent in 2025

Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko addressed the forum. Photo: VGP According to the official portal of the Russian government, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko, together with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, welcomed participants to the Russian-Vietnamese Business Forum in Moscow on March 24. DPM Chernyshenko said that last year marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic […]

Middle East conflict sends ripple effects across Vietnam’s economy

According to a legal alert by Ernst & Young Vietnam from March 18, Vietnam has already raised retail fuel prices twice within three days under emergency pricing rules, while the government issued Resolution No.36/NQ‑CP on March 6 to prioritise domestic energy security and enable rapid price adjustments and crude allocation. Shipping lines and insurance markets […]

Caution and stability drive Vietnam’s workforce trends

According to the Salary Guide 2026 by Adecco Vietnam on March 19, Vietnam’s economy demonstrated solid momentum in 2025, with GDP growth of 8.02 per cent, driven by services and industrial sectors. Exports grew by 17 per cent, while business remained active despite ongoing market adjustments. Hiring activity remained cautious but stable. Organisations prioritised efficiency […]