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Removing institutional bottlenecks, creating new momentum for the consumer finance market
As Vietnam's consumer finance market navigates both opportunities and challenges, improving the legal framework, accelerating digital transformation, and strengthening risk management remain key priorities to unlock sustainable growth, expand access to formal credit, and curb black-market lending. These priorities were highlighted at the Board of Management meeting of the Consumer Finance Club under the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) on July 22, 2026.
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VNBA held discussions and working sessions with the Singapore Fintech Association
On July 7, 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) held a strategic working session with a business delegation from the Singapore FinTech Association (SFA). From the perspective of a banking technology expert, this event is not merely a diplomatic activity but a significant milestone, marking a robust shift in the development strategy of the digital finance ecosystem in Vietnam.
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The National Assembly's Economic and Financial Committee works with VNBA: Aligning legislation with market realities to refine the banking legal framework
On the morning of June 25, 2026, in Hanoi, the National Assembly's Economic and Financial Committee held a working session with the Vietnam Banks' Association (VNBA) and its member organizations. The meeting focused on gathering practical, hands-on feedback on key draft laws within the banking sector before their upcoming submission to the National Assembly.
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VNBA members present in Fortune's 2026 Ranking of 500 largest enterprises in Southeast Asia
Fortune has just released its third annual Southeast Asia 500 ranking (The 2026 Southeast Asia 500), which ranks the region's largest companies by revenue for fiscal year 2025.
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Forging a security shield in payments: The synergy of technology and systemic connectivity
The explosion of digital payments serves as a a core growth engine for the economy, yet it also exposes the financial system to increasingly complex and large-scale cybersecurity challenges. To address this issue, on June 12, 2026, in Ninh Binh, the Card Association (under the Vietnam Banks Association - VNBA) organized the "Payment Risk Management Conference 2026" with the central theme: "Security of Payment Operations in the Digital Era - Opportunities and Challenges".
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Roundtable on Trade Credit Insurance: Promoting Risk Management and Expanding Access to Finance for Businesses
On June 15, 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA), in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), organized the Roundtable entitled “Managing Risk, Unlocking Finance: Trade Credit Insurance for Business Growth.” The event attracted representatives from regulatory agencies, credit institutions, businesses, trade credit insurance providers, business data service providers, as well as domestic and international experts.
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VNBA Vice Chairman cum Secretary General host courtesy visit and discuss cooperative prospects with the International Finance Corporation (IFC)
On the morning of June 18, 2026, at the Vietnam Banks' Association (VNBA) headquarters, Dr. Dao Minh Tu, Vice Chairman and Secretary General of VNBA, hosted a courtesy meeting with a delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC). The meeting aimed to strengthen the robust partnership between the two organizations and explore broad cooperative directions to support the safe and efficient development of credit institutions in Vietnam.
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VNBA leverages affiliated units to optimize the support for its members
On the morning of June 3, 2026, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) convened a meeting with its affiliated specialized Committees, Clubs. This event marked the first comprehensive gathering between the Association's leadership and all subordinate units following the 8th VNBA Congress, aiming to evaluate recent operational performance and align strategic tasks for the new phase. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Dao Minh Tu, Vice Chairman cum Secretary General of VNBA.
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VNBA Vice Chairman and Secretary General Dao Minh Tu hosts delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC)
On May 26, 2026, Dr. Dao Minh Tu, Vice Chairman and Secretary General of the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA), hosted a delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to discuss strategic cooperation in sustainable finance and the development of Vietnam's banking sector.
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Vietnamese banking sector enters a phase of comprehensive restructuring in the digital era
The proportion of adults owning a bank account in Vietnam has reached 87%, exceeding the Government's target set for 2025; the value of non-cash payments is estimated to reach 28 times the GDP. These figures reflect the strong transformation of the national banking and financial system, while also setting the requirement for a comprehensive restructuring of operating models in the coming time.
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VNBA Secretary General Đào Minh Tú: Data as a strategic asset, progress anchored in resilience
Delivering the opening remarks at the World Financial Innovation Series 2026 (WFIS Vietnam 2026), Dr. Dao Minh Tu – Vice Chairman and Secretary General of the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) – asserted that the banking sector is entering a phase of deep digital transformation where data serves as the core strategic asset. However, the rapid pace of innovation must strictly run parallel with robust risk management and sustainable cyber resilience in an increasingly complex digital landscape.
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WFIS 2026: Banking sector accelerates digital transformation, prioritizing cybersecurity and risk management
On May 19 and 20, 2026, the World Financial Innovation Series (WFIS) 2026 officially took place in Hanoi. This prestigious annual event, marking its fourth edition in Vietnam, was co-organized by the Vietnam Banks' Association (VNBA) and TradePass (India).
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VNBA: A Legacy of synergy, innovation, and strategic partnership in the new financial era
As a cornerstone of the national financial landscape, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) continues to solidify its role as a pivotal liaison, steering the banking system toward modernization, global integration, and sustainable prosperity.
