Central bank aims for 15% credit growth in 2026

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) plans to steer credit growth across the banking system to around 15% in 2026, with room for adjustment in line with macroeconomic conditions, inflationary pressures and banking system safety, aiming to balance growth support with financial stability.

Vietnam ranks among top performers in WB's Business Ready 2025 report

The Southeast Asian nation secured its position in the first quintile – representing the top 20% globally – in the operational efficiency pillar, which measures how easily businesses can comply with regulations and use public services.

AFD provides 76-million-EUR loan for Vietnam's first pumped-storage hydropower plant

The Bac Ai hydropower project has a designed capacity of 1,200 MW, comprising four turbines of 300 MW each, with a total investment of 21.1 trillion VND (802.5 million USD).

Decree on establishment of International Financial Centre in Viet Nam

The government has issued Decree No. 323/2025/ND-CP (dated December 18, 2025) on the establishment of an International Financial Centre in Viet Nam.

ADB lifts Viet Nam's growth forecast to 7.4 percent in 2025

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised its 2025 economic growth forecast for Viet Nam to 7.4 percent, up from 6.7 percent.

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