In practice, sequencing and prioritisation are fundamental to the successful development of an international financial centre (IFC).

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Vietnam enters 2026 from a position of strength and is currently one of the fastest-growing economies in Asia. This strong recent performance reflects not only a rebound from recent shocks, but also ...

The medium term is expected to be shaped by diverging central bank policies, rising geopolitical risks, and shifting capital flows.

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Michael Lin ...

As Vietnam accelerates its ambition to establish an international financial centre (IFC) in Ho Chi Minh City and Danang, the national discourse has understandably focused on the “hardware” of ...

William Lawrenson, British deputy consul general, and Ly Hoang Vu, trade manager for Financial and Professional Services at the British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, write about golden opport ...

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Csaba Bundik ...