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Evolving priorities
The industrial capabilities Vietnam has acquired from decades of oil and gas operations must be turned into a strategic asset for future development.
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Vietnam and Nordic countries explore new business opportunities under EFTA Free Trade Agreement
Norwegian Ambassador to Vietnam, H.E. Stein Iversen, spoke with Nhu Quynh during the Nordic Business Summit 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City on October 29, where business leaders and policymakers discussed opportunities to strengthen economic cooperation between Vietnam and the Nordic countries, particularly following the signing of the Vietnam-EFTA Free Trade Agreement.
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Multiple levels of value
A number of resolutions provide the backing for Vietnam’s marine spatial planning to focus on integrated governance of the marine economy’s many elements.
Put into practice
Vietnam aims to foster innovation by building a technology ecosystem to develop AI, cloud computing, and sustainable digital infrastructure as it seeks AI-driven growth.
Diversified funding required
The ADB has raised its 2026 and 2027 growth forecasts but cautioned that Vietnam must ease its dependence on bank credit and investment.
Integrated offerings
As wellness tourism takes off around the world, Vietnam could secure a unique advantage by creating a value chain with a particular focus on traditional medicine and treatment along with medicinal herbs.
For long and healthy living
Longevity and wellness are reshaping hospitality, creating new opportunities for resorts, hotels, and real estate investors amid Vietnam’s aging population.
Changing development cycle of hospitality market
Industry leaders examine how Vietnam’s hospitality market is evolving through new demand, investment trends, wellness needs, and changing traveler expectations.
Testing target
Meeting Vietnam’s 1.5 million-room tourism goal will require faster supply growth, new sources of capital, and the revival of existing resort assets.