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“Vietnam’s banking sector aiming for high standards of creditworthiness and sustainable development”
Hanoi, 11 November 2025 – On the morning of 11 November in Hanoi, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA), together with Fitch Ratings, held the forum titled “Vietnam Banking Forum: Credit Outlook and Sustainable Finance”. The event focused on charting a path for Vietnam’s banking system toward high credit-rating standards and sustainable development by combining credit ratings, effective risk-governance, and ESG (environmental, social, governance) criteria.
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VNBA delegation unlocks China's fintech code: Key insights on digital payments and data strategy
From October 23 to 29, 2025, a high-level delegation from the Vietnam Banks’ Association (VNBA), led by Dr. Nguyen Quoc Hung – Vice Chairman and Secretary General, has implemented an intensive one-week fact-finding mission to China. The mission aimed to dissect the developmental model and governance of the advanced digital payment ecosystem, bank card operations, risk management, and the symbiotic partnership between banks, e-wallets, and technology companies in the global fintech powerhouse.
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The AI Era: Vietnam’s banking sector faces a Golden opportunity to surge in growth
On 6 November 2025 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA), together with IEC Group and Backbase, hosted a forum entitled “Vietnam’s Digital Banking in the AI Era: Opportunity for Break-through Growth”. The event gathered leaders from commercial banks, regulatory authorities and technology firms, to chart how artificial intelligence (AI) can become a core capability rather than a mere experiment in banking.
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VNBA and Revolut pave the way for Vietnam digital financial strategy
On the afternoon of November 5, 2025, in Hanoi, a significant meeting took place, underscoring Vietnam's commitment to advancing its digital finance ecosystem. Dr. Nguyen Quoc Hung, Vice Chairman and Secretary General of the Vietnam Banks’ Association (VNBA), hosted a working session with high-level representatives from Revolut, one of Europe’s leading Financial Technology (Fintech) groups.
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Consumer finance Club's 2nd sesion: Aiming for a transparent and sustainable market
On the morning of November 5, 2025, in Hanoi, the Steering Committee of the Consumer Finance Club (CFC), under the Vietnam Banks’ Association (VNBA), held its second session for the second term (2025-2028). The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format (offline and online), with the attendance and guidance of Dr. Nguyen Quoc Hung, Vice Chairman cum Secretary General of VNBA.
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High-Level Forum on Promoting digital technology - Expanding financial access
On October 29, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City, the High-level Forum on Promoting digital technology - Expanding financial access, organized by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in collaboration with the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA), officially opened.
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Vietnam Banking Forum 2025: Credit Outlook and Sustainable Financing.
The Vietnam Banks’ Association (VNBA) and Fitch Ratings are jointly organizing the Vietnam Banking Forum 2025, themed “Credit Outlook and Sustainable Financing.”
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VNBA unveils joint framework to combat financial fraud
On October 21, 2025, Vietnam Banks’ Association (VNBA) officially launched the comprehensive "Manual for Coordination and Support in Risk Management for Accounts/Cards/Acquiring Units related to Suspicious Transfer/Payment Transactions". This move establishes a unified, sector-wide framework designed to counter the rising threat of high-tech financial fraud.
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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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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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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.
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Standing Committee of the Vietnam Banks Association Council meets for the 4th session in 2025
On the afternoon of September 29, 2025 in Hanoi, the Standing Committee of the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) held the 4th meeting of 2025, discussing issues under its authority and preparations for the Association's 8th General Assembly (2025-2030). Mr. Pham Toan Vuong - Chairman of the Association Council, General Director of Agribank chaired the meeting.
