Vietnam’s financial sector accelerates AI adoption, but security issue remains
Financial institutions in Vietnam are accelerating the adoption of AI, but security concerns and legacy technology remain significant barriers to scaling deployment, according to new research from Finastra on February 10.
Marico buys 75 per cent of Vietnam skincare startup Skinetiq
Marico Limited on February 9 announced that it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire a 75 per cent equity stake in Skinetiq JSC.
SCIC general director meets with Oman Investment Authority
The State Capital Investment Corporation general director Nguyen Quoc Huy held a meeting with the working delegation of the Oman Investment Authority on February 3.
Citi sharpens its focus on institutional banking
Citi boasts strength in cross-border payments and supply chain finance. Minh Ngo, newly appointed Citi country officer and banking head for Vietnam, discussed the bank’s strategic priorities in this country with VIR’s Thien Huong.
SSC steps up engagement with FTSE Russell on market reforms
The State Securities Commission of Vietnam is strengthening its engagement with FTSE Russell to advance market reforms and deepen Vietnam’s integration into global capital markets.
G42 and Vietnamese consortium to build national AI infrastructure
G42, the Abu Dhabi-based technology group, and a consortium comprising FPT Corporation and Viet Thai Group, signed an agreement to develop AI capabilities and cloud infrastructure across Vietnam on February 9.
IFC considers $50m trade finance guarantee facility for Nam A Bank
The International Financial Corporation has proposed to guarantee investments in Nam A Commercial Joint-Stock Bank (NAB) to the tune of $50 million in total.
Mitsubishi acquires Thuan An 1 residential development from PDR
Japanese investors continue to expand their presence in Vietnam’s residential property sector through new project acquisitions and development partnerships.
Vietcap’s VAD 2026 draws strong global investor turnout
Vietcap’s Vietnam Access Days conference highlighted rising global interest in Vietnam’s capital markets, drawing record participation from offshore funds and corporate leaders.
VIFC launches aviation finance hub to tap regional market growth
Vietnam is stepping up efforts to develop specialised aviation finance capabilities as part of its broader ambition to become a regional financial hub. A new initiative aims to connect global aircraft manufacturers, financiers, and airlines through Ho Chi Minh City.
KKR and Singtel step up data centre investment in Southeast Asia
KKR and Singtel are teaming up to acquire a majority stake in data centre operator ST Telemedia Global Data Centres in a multibillion-dollar transaction aimed at accelerating regional digital infrastructure expansion, including in Vietnam.
New rules ease foreign access to Vietnam equities
Circular 08 introduces a series of amendments to securities market regulations, aimed at facilitating foreign investor participation and enhancing regulatory efficiency.
0.1 per cent tax proposed on each transfer of digital assets
Individuals transferring digital assets via platforms operated by licensed service providers may be subject to a 0.1 per cent tax on turnover for each transaction, according to a draft circular released by the Ministry of Finance for public consultation.
US firms deepen energy engagement with Vietnam
US companies are stepping up engagement with Vietnam's energy sector, underscoring growing bilateral cooperation across energy security, clean energy development and long-term sustainable growth.
Vietnam steps up market reforms as FTSE Russell reviews upgrade progress
On February 5 at the Ministry of Finance (MoF), Deputy Minister Nguyen Duc Chi received a working delegation from FTSE Russell, led by CEO Fiona Bassett.
