Navigating venture capital trends across the continent
Today’s global environment is marked by heightened uncertainty, driven by macroeconomic volatility, record-high US dollar and gold prices, escalating geopolitical tensions, and unpredictable trade policy signals. For investors, uncertainty is more challenging than a downturn, as unclear market direction often leads them to delay decisions.
Insurance market building the next chapter of protection
After a prolonged period of adjustment and restructuring, Vietnam’s insurance market is turning a corner. As the industry enters a new development cycle, 2026 is shaping up to be more than a growth milestone; it marks a defining moment for insurers to rethink their role, ...
Motivations to achieve high growth
Taking advantage of high-quality foreign investment in collaboration with the improvement of the private sector is a key lever enabling Vietnam to achieve high GDP growth. Dr. Phan Huu Thang, former director general of the Foreign Investment Agency under the then-Ministry of Planning and Investment, ...
Capacity and regulations among British areas of expertise in IFCs
Vietnam’s ambition to build an international financial centre is gaining traction. British Counsul General in Ho Chi Minh City Alexandra Smith told VIR’s Nguyen Huong why the United Kingdom is a key partner in shaping a future-ready financial hub.
Vietnam’s IFC creates bigger stage for M&As
The rollout of Vietnam's international financial centre marks a structural shift for Vietnam’s dealmaking landscape. Binh Le, CEO and head of Advisory, and Duy Vo, associate of ASART Deal Advisory, explore what this means for the market.
AQUA Vietnam extends investment commitment to 2045
AQUA Vietnam is signalling a long-term commitment to the local market as it marks three decades of operations in the country.
Trung Nam-Sideros River consortium wins bid for LNG venture
A consortium between Trung Nam Group and Sideros River has won the bid for the Ca Na liquefied natural gas (LNG) power plant venture, with a total investment of $2.2 million.
NAB Innovation Centre underscores Vietnam’s appeal for tech investment
Vietnam continues to attract high-quality foreign investment in technology and innovation, as global financial institutions expand their digital operations in the country.
Vietnam startup funding enters a period of capital reset
Vietnam’s startup fundraising market is entering a period of recalibration, as investors become more selective and capital flows concentrate around proven business models rather than rapid expansion.
Vietnam strengthens public debt management with World Bank and IMF
Vietnam is strengthening cooperation with international partners to improve public debt and risk management as part of broader fiscal reform efforts.
Viettel Global achieves record revenues and profit
Last year Viettel Global (VGI) recorded its highest-ever revenues and profit.
Piaggio Vietnam: the making of a global manufacturing hub
After nearly two decades of operations in Vietnam, Piaggio Vietnam has moved beyond its role as a motorcycle manufacturer, gradually emerging as a strategically important hub within the Piaggio Group’s global production and distribution ecosystem.
EU and Vietnam elevate relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership
On January 29, the European Union and Vietnam announced the upgrade of their bilateral relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership, marking a significant milestone in their 35 years of bilateral relations.
Game startup Panthera raises $1.5 million in seed funding
On January 28, Vietnamese game studio Panthera completed a $1.5 million seed round, led by T-Accelerate Capital, with participation from CyberAgent Capital.
Germany's Schwalbe expands its export distribution centre in Vietnam
German tyre brand Schwalbe is expanding its export distribution centre in Vietnam in collaboration with its long-standing logistics partner, Kuehne+Nagel.

