ASEAN economic ministers hold consultation meetings with partners A Vietnamese delegation led by Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Hồng Diên attended economic ministerial-level consultation meetings between ASEAN and its partners – the US, Hong Kong (China), India, the European Union and Russia – held via video conference in the framework of the 53rd ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting on September 14.

VPBank successfully tests blockchain LC VPBank has successfully tested the entire first letter of credit (LC) transaction process on the blockchain platform, making it one of the few banks in Việt Nam applying this technology.

Decree for Fintech sandbox to be submitted in Q4 The Government has issued a resolution to create a sandbox for financial technology (Fintech) in the country’s banking sector.

Kroll: World’s biggest corporates hit hardest by illicit activity despite bolstering defences Kroll: World’s biggest corporates hit hardest by illicit activity despite bolstering defences

Youth Union calling for "million bags of social security" support  The Hồ Chí Minh Communist Youth Union is calling for support for its programme called "Million bags of social security," which aims to help people in need during t the COVID-19 pandemic.

Banks on road for digital transformation

The banking system and credit institutions are the lifeblood of the nation's economy, with digital information in banking and finance set to become one of the key factors in the digital economy, according to experts.

Corruption fight must link with prevention of misconduct: Party chief

Anti-corruption work should be associated with the prevention of 'negative phenomena' among officials, Party members and public servants, Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng has requested.

MPI Minister: Transformation towards “Government as a unity”

Ministries, departments and localities have been taking steps to transform State management in accordance with the Planning Law towards the direction “Government as a unity”. Planning on products, goods, and services will be replaced with standards and regulations, contributing to a fair and open environment for business and investment. To learn more about this transformation, Hà Nội Mới (Hà Nội News) Newspaper spoke to the Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyễn Chí Dũng.

Code of conduct set to regulate artist behaviour Artists are required to be transparent about charity work, contribute to the community and create a positive impression, according to a new artist code of conduct

Banks warned of bad debts post pandemic

In the muddling-through stage when the real picture of the banking system is still obscure, the central bank must be vigilant about the rising risks associated with non-performing loans.