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Taking convenience a step further
Participants at a recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum shared their thoughts on promoting cross-border QR code payments.
Banking & Finance
VSBF 2026 addresses digital finance and sustainable growth in Vietnam
The two-day VSBF 2026 symposium convened leading domestic and international regulatory experts, economists, and researchers for in-depth academic deliberations.
Banking & Finance
Vietnam targets November launch of financial transactions at international financial centers
All operational preparations expected for completion in October with the aim of facilitating actual transactions from November.
Vietnam proposes 7.8% increase in regional minimum wages from 2027
The proposed adjustment seeks to improve workers’ living standards while taking into account employers’ ability to maintain and expand production and business activities.
Cross-border QR payments unlock new growth for Vietnam’s retail and tourism sectors
From a ubiquitous domestic payment method, QR codes are rapidly expanding into cross-border transactions, enabling international travelers to use familiar e-wallets in Vietnam while reducing acceptance costs for local businesses.
Outstanding credit in HCM City and Dong Nai rises 10.08%
Credit has continued to be directed primarily towards production and business activities.
Appropriate financing
The continually-growing demand for long-term infrastructure capital in Vietnam requires the facilitation of assorted funding sources.
Vietnam Digital Finance 2026 opens
The event focusing on building a smart, secure, connected and sustainable digital finance ecosystem.
Total assets managed by fund management companies reaching $32.5 billion
The fund management industry has maintained strong growth over the past decade.