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JBIC and BIDV join forces to back Vietnam’s green transition
Japan and Vietnam are stepping up cooperation on decarbonisation, aiming to boost renewable energy and sustainable growth.
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Shinhan Bank Collaborates with Visa to Launch Global Trade Payment Platform (GTPP)
Ho Chi Minh City, on 17 November 2025 – Shinhan Bank Vietnam Limited (“Shinhan Bank”) collaborated with Visa to launch Global Trade Payment Platform (“GTPP”) that assists enterprises to make cross-border payment by Shinhan cards quickly, safely and effectively. This is the first time that GTPP is launched by Visa in Vietnam’s market and Shinhan Bank is the first foreign bank in Vietnam supporting this GTPP.
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MB releases report “Banking Industry & the New Generation of Consumers”
Hà Nội, November 15, 2024 – The Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) today announced the publication of its latest industry report titled “Banking Industry & the New Generation of Consumers.” The report provides an in-depth analysis of how emerging consumer generations—Millennials (Gen Y), Generation Z, and the rising Generation Alpha—are reshaping the future of banking in Vietnam and the wider region.
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ANNOUNCEMENT: LPBank Board of Directors approves the organization of the 2025 Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders
The Board of Directors of Lien Viet Post Commercial Joint Stock Bank (LPBank) has just issued a Resolution on the organization of the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (EGM) for 2025.
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KBC, AIC, and VietinBank sign MoU to develop $2 billion data centre
Kinh Bac City Development Holding Corporation has signed an MoU with Accelerated Infrastructure Capital (AIC) and VietinBank to jointly develop a 200MW AI data centre in Tan Phu Trung Industrial Park, Ho Chi Minh City.
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Techcombank secures higher rating from Fitch Ratings and S&P Global Ratings
Within three months, Techcombank has consistently been rated highly by two of the world’s leading credit rating agencies, Fitch Ratings and S&P Global Ratings, reaffirming the bank’s robust capital base, effective risk management, and sustainable growth strategy.
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BIDV becomes Việt Nam’s first commercial bank accredited by the Green Climate Fund
The recognition was approved at the 43rd GCF Board Meeting, marking a major milestone in BIDV’s journey towards sustainable finance and its leadership in green growth.
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Shinhan Bank launches Đống Đa Branch, expanding its network to 56 locations nationwide
Shinhan Bank Vietnam Ltd. (“Shinhan Bank”) has launched its Đống Đa Branch at 1st Floor, No. 11A Cát Linh Street, Ô Chợ Dừa Ward, Hanoi, bringing the Bank’s total number of branches and transaction offices to 56 nationwide.The opening of Đống Đa Branch is part of Shinhan Bank’s selective network expansion strategy for 2025, aiming to enhance service quality and operational efficiency while offering customers a convenient and secure financial experience.
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ACCA and MSB strengthen strategic partnership to elevate financial talent standards
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has awarded the ACCA Approved Employer certificate to the Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MSB), recognising the bank's commitment to fostering an internationally accredited environment for professional learning and human resource development.
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KienlongBank – 30 years of Growth and Excellence: Affirming the strength of a leading Vietnamese brand
Celebrating its 30th anniversary (1995–2025), KienlongBank has demonstrated remarkable momentum as a resilient Vietnamese bank, steadfast in its philosophy of “safe development – sustainable growth”, while achieving outstanding breakthroughs across all strategic performance indicators.
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Banks racing into year-end profit boom
Vietnam’s banking sector continues to post robust profit growth this year thus far, with numerous lenders reporting impressive earnings and setting new records.
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Agribank honored with the “Sustainable Development Award 2025” by WSBI–ESBG
Continuing its impressive track record as one of Vietnam’s leading financial institutions, Agribank has made significant strides in 2025, reaffirming its pivotal role in driving agricultural, rural, and inclusive economic development while advancing digital transformation.
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Standard Chartered empowers youth’s financial education through 'Ready to Work' project
The project is part of Futuremakers by Standard Chartered, a global initiative aims to support disadvantaged youth to have vocational traning, develop skills and access sustainable employment opportunities.
