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New policy regulates bond trading abroad of banks in IFC

New policy regulates bond trading abroad of banks in IFC

Vietnamese commercial banks, which operate in the country’s International Financial Centre (IFC), are not allowed to purchase and sell bonds issued in foreign currency abroad exceeding 7 per cent of their equity.
Việt Nam launches International Financial Centre in HCM City and Đà Nẵng

Việt Nam launches International Financial Centre in HCM City and Đà Nẵng

Prime Minister says centres will mobilise capital for infrastructure without raising public debt whilst positioning Việt Nam in global financial network.
Steering council for international financial centre set up

Steering council for international financial centre set up

Việt Nam has taken another step towards building an international financial centre by setting up a high-level steering council to oversee its development and operations.
Many global eagles eye entry into International Financial Centre in HCM City

Many global “eagles” eye entry into International Financial Centre in HCM City

Unlike established IFCs in regional commercial hubs like Hong Kong (China) or Singapore, HCM City is emerging amid global supply chain restructuring, creating opportunities for Viet Nam to become a key link in the new value chain.
HCM City partners with Binance to advance International Financial Centre development

HCM City partners with Binance to advance International Financial Centre development

The two parties will also work together to support the innovation ecosystem, including SMEs and start-ups applying digital technologies, blockchain and financial technology.
Việt Nam issues decree to establish National Housing Fund

Việt Nam issues decree to establish National Housing Fund

Decree No. 302/2025/NĐ-CP, released on November 19, sets up a central fund under the Ministry of Construction and requires provincial authorities to establish and manage corresponding local housing funds.
Việt Nam aims to launch international financial centre by November 2025

Việt Nam aims to launch international financial centre by November 2025

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has instructed ministries and local authorities to accelerate preparations so that Việt Nam’s International Financial Centre can begin operations by November 2025.
Việt Nams international financial centre seen as launchpad for home-grown unicorns

Việt Nam’s international financial centre seen as launchpad for home-grown unicorns

Experts said Việt Nam’s planned International Financial Centre could help nurture future unicorns and attract global capital with flexible policies and open digital infrastructure.
IFC framework must be open, transparent and competitive: PM

IFC framework must be open, transparent and competitive: PM

Speaking at the Government’s meeting on Tuesday to discuss eight draft decrees guiding the implementation of the National Assembly’s Resolution 222/2025/QH15 on the development of the IFC in Việt Nam, PM Chính urged breakthrough and superior mechanisms to attract international...
IFC to help position Việt Nam in global financial network: PM

IFC to help position Việt Nam in global financial network: PM

The building of an IFC aims to not only attract investment or connect with the world but also develop new and efficient governance mechanisms, policies, and models, PM Phạm Minh Chính has said.
Loans for the social housing programme hit VNĐ19.53 trillion

Loans for the social housing programme hit VNĐ19.53 trillion

The programme has become an important credit resource, helping tens of thousands of households, workers, and low-income workers to have conditions to settle down and stabilise their lives.
UK–Việt Nam business summit to focus on financial hub, renewable energy development

UK–Việt Nam business summit to focus on financial hub, renewable energy development

The summit is expected to bring together top business leaders, government representatives, and experts from various fields to explore collaboration opportunities in key areas such as trade, environmental, social and governance (ESG), and finance.
Manulifes green insurance products win top honour for financial protection in 2025

Manulife’s green insurance products win top honour for financial protection in 2025

Green Future and Green Dream are Manulife’s investment-linked insurance produc developed in compliance with the new Insurance Business Law.
SBV eyes new measures to curb systemic risks in financial sector

SBV eyes new measures to curb systemic risks in financial sector

In a draft Circular now under consultation, the central bank outlines measures to identify, assess and contain systemic risks in the monetary, banking and financial sectors.
Insured success as Shinhan Life wins top honour

Insured success as Shinhan Life wins top honour

Shinhan Life Vietnam has been honoured with the Best Financial Protection Insurance Award at the Vietnam Wealth Advisor Summit 2025 (VWAS 2025) on September 25.