Economy
Conference on Sustainable Resilience through Future Technology and Design
On July 15, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) in coordination with international partners held the 2026 Resilience by Technology and Design Conference (RTD 2026) themed “FutureScape - Designing the Future”.
Economy
Vietnam, Mauritania Seek Stronger Cooperation in Agriculture, Telecommunications, and Mining
On July 16 in Hanoi, Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung and Mauritanian Minister and Secretary-General of the Government Moctar Al Housseynou Lam discussed measures to strengthen bilateral relations, with a focus on tapping cooperation potential in agriculture, telecommunications, mining, and other areas where both countries have comparative strengths.
Economy
India inaugurates nuclear-heated hydrogen plant
Nuclear reactor provides heat for thermochemical cycle to produce clean-burning fuel
India advances home-grown missile defence systems
India is building an indigenous protection architecture that reflects years of technological advancement and sustained investment in research and development.
13 Economic Experts Join Advisory Board of VIFC-HCMC
On July 12, the Executive Agency of the Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) announced the establishment of the VIFC-HCMC Advisory Board, comprising 13 members, including prominent domestic and international experts in finance, investment, and policy making.
Expanding Opportunities for Vietnamese Businesses in US Market
The United States remains Vietnam’s largest export market, with export turnover reaching US$86.5 billion in the first six months of 2026. Amid adjustments to tariffs and trade remedy measures, experts recommend that Vietnamese businesses ensure transparency in product origin, validate market demand in appropriate segments, and select suitable market entry models before expanding their investments.
Vietnam, Brazil Review Economic and Trade Cooperation in First Half of 2026
The Embassy of Vietnam in Brazil held the seminar "Sharing Information on Vietnam-Brazil Economic, Trade and Investment in the First Six Months of 2026” on July 9, 2026, in Brasília, in both in-person and online formats. The event aimed to provide updates on bilateral economic cooperation, exchange information on market opportunities, and discuss challenges, obstacles, and directions for promoting cooperation in the coming period.
CUHK Achieves Top 20 Global Ranking in QS World University Rankings 2027
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has climbed 14 places in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2027 to rank 18th globally, entering the global top 20 for the first time. This milestone reflects significant improvements across key indicators, including employer reputation, international research network, and international student ratio, while retaining a full score in international faculty ratio.
World Bank Supports India’s Solar Rooftop Program
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved financing to accelerate India’s national program for solar rooftops to bring clean energy to millions of homes and create 1.7 million job opportunities across the renewable energy manufacturing, installation, and services value chain.
Vietnam, Armenia Promote Air Connectivity to Expand Access to New Markets
This was the focus of discussions at a meeting between Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to Vietnam Suren Baghdasaryan and Chairman of the Vietnam Aviation Business Association (VABA) Le Hoang Minh, held in Hanoi on July 10.
Quang Ngai Expands Cooperation with France on Green Industry and Clean Energy
As part of an official visit to France, a delegation from Quang Ngai Province held working sessions on July 8 with the French Development Agency (AFD) and EDF Group to expand cooperation in green industry, clean energy, sustainable infrastructure, and workforce development. The initiative aims to attract investment and promote the province's sustainable development.
Legal Reforms Facilitate Corporate Securities Issuance
New regulations on securities offerings, issuance, and corporate bonds are being implemented in a coordinated manner to strengthen the legal framework, enhance market discipline, and help businesses access medium- and long-term capital.
Import Procedures for Goods Entering the New Zealand Market
The Vietnam Trade Office in New Zealand has recently shared the General Commercial Import Process regulated by New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). The process focuses on six key steps that Vietnamese businesses should understand to facilitate the export of goods to the New Zealand market.
India’s presence at Eurosatory, the world’s largest exhibition
Every two years, governments, defence manufacturers and strategic decision-makers gather at Eurosatory, the world’s largest exhibition dedicated to land and air-land defence and security.
Microsoft consortium to build India-Southeast Asia undersea cable
A consortium including Microsoft and telecom startup Lightstorm plans to build a new undersea cable linking India with Malaysia and Singapore as technology firms compete to expand AI and cloud infrastructure in India, one of the world's fastest-growing data markets.
XTransfer Unveils New Malaysia Office
Recently, XTransfer, the world's leading B2B cross-border trade payment platform, officially inaugurated its new office in Malaysia. This marks XTransfer's continued investment in localised operations across Southeast Asia and lays a solid foundation for further strengthening its regional trade finance services.
India’s Skyroot Aerospace readies country’s first private orbital rocket launch
Indian space startup Skyroot Aerospace said on Thursday it was preparing for the launch of its Vikram-1 rocket, the first attempt by an Indian private company to place a satellite in orbit.
India’s defence production reaches $19 billion milestone
The story of India’s defence sector is increasingly becoming a story of industrial transformation.
Promoting Role of Private Economic Sector
The private economic sector is increasingly affirming its important role in the economy, with more than one million active enterprises accounting for over 96% of all businesses nationwide and providing employment for millions of workers.
India’ drone production ecosystem is evolving
The drone industry in India has entered a significant phase of expansion. The industry has entered a structured growth phase, with more than 38,500 drones registered, 39,890 remote pilots certified, and over 240 training organisations approved as of February 2026
The Credibility Dividend: Why India’s global commitments matter
India’s rise on the global stage has been driven not only by its economic growth and geopolitical weight, but also by its reputation as a country that follows through on its promises.
Meta taps Indian startup founder to solve WhatsApp's revenue puzzle
Meta has tapped Indian fintech founder Kunal Shah to be the new head of WhatsApp, as the US tech giant seeks ways to monetise the messaging app's massive user base.
Data Economy Emerges as Vietnam’s Next Growth Engine
In the global digital economy, data is increasingly being described as a strategic resource that determines the competitiveness of nations. While development advantages once depended on natural resources or capital, today the ability to collect, process, utilize, and commercialize data has become a new measure of economic strength.
