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A new milestone in VNBA’s debt resolution strategy
On August 25, 2026, in Hanoi, the Debt Management Club (AMC Club) under the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) solemnly held a ceremony to admit new members and reorganize its Executive Board for the 2024–2027 term.
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Temenos Asia-Pacific Forum 2026
On August 25-26, 2026, in Hanoi, the “Temenos Asia-Pacific Forum 2026 (TRF’26 APAC)” will officially take place to update on development trends, digital transformation strategies, and advanced technologies in the finance and banking sector; and to share international experiences on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in product and service development and improving the operational efficiency of financial institutions.
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Implement a comprehensive set of solutions to enhance access to credit for businesses
On the morning of August 10, at the Government Headquarters, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang chaired a strategic summit with the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), ministries, local authorities, and the business community to redefine the role of credit and systematically dismantle capital constraints.
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The Banking sector rolls out credit program targeting economic growth drivers and SMEs
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) recently issued Document No. 7125/NHNN-TD, dated August 7, 2026, addressed to commercial banks and SBV regional branches regarding the implementation of a credit program aimed at economic growth drivers and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
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Strategic cooperation prospects between the fintech ecosystems of Vietnam and the United Kingdom: From market potential to technological execution
On the afternoon of August 12, 2026, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) held an official working session with a delegation of Fintech enterprises from the United Kingdom. The event opened a space for strategic dialogue regarding market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and technological platforms, while simultaneously positioning profound collaborative opportunities between the financial technology communities of both nations.
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NICE CI Admission: A boost for the inclusive credit and financial information market
Hanoi, Afternoon of August 13, 2026 – The Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) officially held a ceremony to admit NICE Credit Information Co., Ltd (NICE CI) as an associate member. This event not only marks a significant milestone for NICE CI shortly after commencing operations in the Vietnamese market, but also opens up high expectations for enhancing data quality, fortifying risk management, and promoting profound digital transformation across the banking sector.
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Prime Minister holds a working session with the State Bank of Vietnam and the system of credit institutions
On the morning of August 13, 2026, at the Government Headquarters, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung chaired a strategic conference with the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) and the system of credit institutions. The event aimed not only to assess the monetary landscape of the first seven months of the year, but also to chart the course for macroeconomic management, unlock capital resources, and elevate the operational quality of the financial system ahead of new economic challenges.
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Eight key solution groups in the overall reform of Vietnam's financial market.
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang recently signed Decision No. 1413/QD-TTg dated July 27, 2026, approving the Comprehensive Reform Plan for Vietnam's Financial Market, linked to achieving high and sustained growth targets until 2045 (the Plan).
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Shinhan Bank Vietnam Hosts Workshop on IRB Implementation under Circular 14
HANOI — Shinhan Bank Vietnam Limited ("Shinhan Bank") organized a seminar on August 3–4 in Hanoi to share practical experience in adopting the Internal Ratings-Based (IRB) approach in accordance with Circular No. 14/2026/TT-NHNN.
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Liquidity shocks are a sign of rising capital costs
This year’s sudden spike in overnight rates on the interbank market to around 17 percent per year in a single session startled many observers.
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SBV orders tighter payment security after detecting chip theft fraud
The SBV asked payment service providers to urgently review their payment operations and step up measures to protect customers against increasingly sophisticated forms of card fraud.
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Việt Nam introduces special policies to strengthen anti-money laundering framework
The revisions focus on key areas, including the definition of beneficial ownership, verification of customer information, transparency of legal arrangements, risk-based customer classification and the frequency of updating customer information.
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BIDV, VietinBank sign $281-million credit deal for O Mon IV power plant
BIDV, VietinBank, and Petrovietnam have signed a credit agreement to finance the O Mon IV Thermal Power Plant.
