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Once operational, the zone is expected to contribute 8-12 per cent of the province’s gross regional domestic product and create between 150,000 and 250,000 high-quality jobs.

Vietnamese and Bulgarian businesses are expanding cooperation in innovation, digital transformation and green growth, as a seminar in Sofia highlights new opportunities under the Strategic Partnership and EVFTA framework.

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has received 11 applications from companies and commercial banks seeking for licences to produce gold bars, a SBV’s senior official said on Tuesday.

Amid the ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties, this flow of disclosures is expected to play an even more decisive role in shaping investor expectations and capital allocation decisions.

Gross regional domestic product (GRDP) rose by 8.27 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, the highest increase in 10 years, according to city officials.

The SBV has set a credit growth of 15 per cent for 2026, with adjustments depending on actual situation, ensuring inflation control, macroeconomic stability, support for economic growth, and the safety of the credit institution system.

Việt Nam’s young population, stable environment, and strong GDP growth further position the country as a future regional digital leader.

Also supporting the market, foreign investors returned to the market, net buying over VNĐ187.9 billion on the two main exchanges.

HDBank and the London Stock Exchange signed a strategic agreement for establishing a long-term framework to support Vietnamese enterprises in accessing global capital markets.

Việt Nam – China economic ties have expanded significantly, with bilateral trade reaching about US$252 billion last year.

The HCM City Development Commercial Bank (HDBank) has entered a strategic partnership agreement with the London Stock Exchange (LSE) to support Vietnamese businesses in accessing international capital markets.

The Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam will continue coordinating with the Vietnam Trade Office in Australia and relevant information sources to inform associations, businesses, and related parties about the outcome of the review regarding the potential initiation of the investigation in the coming period.

MoIT has introduced sweeping reforms to certificates of origin and related procedures to cut red tape, reduce costs and help businesses better tap tariff incentives amid global uncertainty.

Against the current challenging backdrop, international observers view Việt Nam as a model “success story” thanks to policy consistency and strong execution.

Việt Nam is gradually establishing its capacity to supply Halal goods, particularly in processed foods, agricultural produce, beverages, tourism services and logistics.

HCM City authorities have approved six additional residential projects for sale to foreign individuals and organisations, expanding access to the market as Việt Nam steps up efforts to attract overseas talent and capital.

Lâm Đồng province boasts strengths in agriculture and significant tourism potential, while Cambodia is a promising market with rapidly growing consumption, services, tourism, and modern distribution systems.

Once fully operational, the plant, comprising two units with a total capacity of 1,403 MW, will significantly increase electricity supply to the national grid, particularly during peak demand periods.