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VNBA and ICC DSI join forces to accelerate digital trade finance in Vietnam
The Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) has held a high-level virtual meeting with the International Chamber of Commerce’s (ICC) Digital Standards Initiative (DSI) to explore collaboration on Fintech trends and the accelerated digitalization of Trade Finance across Vietnam. The cooperation aims to harmonize national banking practices with global digital standards, ultimately enhancing the efficiency and transparency of the trade ecosystem.
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VNBA, BCG, and the British Consulate jointly work toward a Trade finance anti-fraud data system
The Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA), in collaboration with the British Consulate General and Boston Consulting Group (BCG), held a specialized workshop titled "Growth Gateway: Technical Design and Pathway to Proof of Concepts in Vietnam" on October 13, 2025. The event was organized to ensure the safety and transparency of trade finance activities.
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Announcement regarding the issuance of Circular No. 34/2025/TT-NHNN
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) hereby announces the issuance of a new circular guiding a number of articles of the Government's Decree No. 24/2012/ND-CP on the management of gold business activities, which was amended and supplemented by Decree No. 232/2025/ND-CP.
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Standard Chartered signs four MoUs in Việt Nam to strengthen Hong Kong-ASEAN ties
Building on the positive momentum from previous engagement and delegation opportunities, this marks the second year that Standard Chartered has signed MoUs with both Việt Nam and Hong Kong-based corporates to promote the business ties between Hong Kong and Việt Nam.
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Agribank and Hanoi Public Administration Service Center Cooperate to Integrate Public Services at Bank Transaction Points
The Vietnam Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Agribank) and the Hanoi Public Administration Service Center (Hanoi TTPVHCC) have signed a cooperation agreement to deploy a model for consulting, supporting, and receiving administrative procedure files directly at Agribank's transaction counters across the city.
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Moody’s affirms Vietcombank’ Ba2 rating, stable outlook - the highest level among banks in Vietnam
On October 10, 2025, credit rating agency Moody's Rating has published updated Credit Opinion for Vietcombank, in which Moody’s has retained Vietcombank’s long-term rating at Ba2 and maintained the stable outlook. With this result, Vietcombank maintains its highest rating in the banking industry, equivalent to Vietnam's sovereign rating.
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Vietnam locks in social housing loan rate at 5.4%
A major boost for affordable homeownership since October 10, 2025.
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NAPAS, MASTERCARD, PAYOO sponsor free cancer screenings, HPV tests to vulnerable women
Through the free screening activities, they can acknowledge their health situation and take additional tests if needed.
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VNBA issues Handbook on coordination to support handling of risks related to suspected fraud, forgery and scams
On September 30, 2025, the Vietnam Banks Association issued Decision No. 71/QD-HHNH on promulgating the Handbook on coordination and support for risk handling for accounts/cards/payment acceptance units related to money transfer/payment transactions suspected of fraud, forgery, and scams.
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Announcement from SBV on supporting people affected by Typhoon No. 10
On October 8, 2025, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) issued urgent Official Letter No. 8622/NHNN-TD to the Chairpersons of the Boards of Directors/Members' Councils, General Directors of credit institutions and foreign bank branches, and Directors of local SBV branches in the areas (1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12) with territories severely affected by Typhoon No. 10 (Bualoi) and the subsequent floods.
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Update on mandatory bank transfers: Positive progress seen after nearly a year of implementation
The Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has assigned tasks to the receiving and mandatorily-transferred banks, following significant growth in total assets, mobilized capital, and outstanding loans at the four transferred institutions. Non-performing loans (NPLs) are being progressively managed, with some banks reporting profits or reduced losses compared to the same period in 2024.
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VietinBank: Notification 2024 cash dividend payment
The Board of Directors of Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Industry and Trade (VietinBank) would like to cordially announce 2024 cash dividend payment.
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Vice Chairman cum General Secretary Nguyễn Quốc Hùng receives Huawei delegation
On the afternoon of October 9, 2025, in Hanoi, Dr. Nguyễn Quốc Hùng — Vice Chairman cum General Secretary of the Vietnam Banking Association (VNBA) — received and held a working session with a Huawei delegation led by Mr. Eddy Suryanto, Head of Industry Solutions (Digital Finance) for the Asia-Pacific region of Huawei.
