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VNBA seeks members' feedback on the Draft Amendment to Decree 58 on credit information services
The Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) has recently issued a document to its member organizations, requesting them to review and provide feedback on the draft Decree amending and supplementing a number of articles of Decree No. 58/2021/ND-CP (Decree 58) on the provision of credit information services.
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VNBA Debt Management Club: Strendthening Internal capacity and leading the debt trading market in 2026
As the economy in 2026 faces both new opportunities and challenges, non-performing loan (NPL) resolution has evolved from an isolated task of individual credit institutions into a critical factor for ensuring the stability of the national financial system. On the morning of April 15, 2026, the Asset Management Club under the Vietnam Banks’ Association held a conference to deploy its 2026 tasks, marking a significant transformation in both high-level leadership and strategic direction.
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A catalyst for supply chain finance in the digital era
In the architecture of the modern credit market, factoring is more than just a credit extension based on receivables; it is a pivotal tool for unlocking capital flows for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
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Strengthening synergy between VNBA and VAPCF: Reinforcing the rural financial pillar in the new context
Within the multi-layered structure of Vietnam's credit institutions, People's Credit Funds (PCFs) serve as the "arteries" channeling capital to remote areas, contributing to the goal of financial inclusion. However, facing complex macroeconomic fluctuations and the stringent requirements of the Law on Credit Institutions 2024, strengthening coordination between the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) and the Vietnam Association of PCFs (VAPCF) in 2026 has become a strategic necessity.
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VNBA and FiinGroup partner to advance data infrastructure for Vietnam’s financial-banking sector
Amid the rapid expansion and increasing complexity of Vietnam’s financial and banking market, transparency, risk management, and analytical capabilities have become critical pillars for sustainable development. Building a robust data and knowledge infrastructure is now essential not only for financial institutions but also for strengthening overall market confidence.
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VNBA issues Code of Conduct for Debt collection activities
The Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) has issued Decision No. 15/QĐ-HHNH promulgating the “Code of Conduct for Debt Collection Activities,” aiming to establish unified standards for credit institutions while ensuring a balance between the rights of lenders and the legitimate interests of customers.
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Circular No. 83/2025/TT-NHNN: A stress test for governance and a turning point for banking transformation
The issuance and implementation of Circular No. 83/2025/TT-NHNN marks a pivotal moment in the modernization of Vietnam’s banking sector. More than a regulatory requirement, the Circular serves as a real stress test of governance capacity, transformation readiness, and alignment with international standards across credit institutions.
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Webinar: Modern fraud management strategies for financial institutions
In the context of rapid global growth in digital payments, financial institutions are facing an increasing volume and sophistication of fraudulent activities. This evolving landscape has made the development of modern, proactive, and comprehensive fraud management capabilities a strategic priority for the financial services industry.
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Vietnam Banks Association officially launches the Trade Finance Registry project
On March 23, 2026, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Banks Association convened a Working Group meeting to implement the Trade Finance Registry (TFR) platform project, officially launching its pilot phase.
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VNBA leader receives the CEO of PFC Technologies
On the morning of March 20, 2026, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) held a strategic working session with PFCT Technologies (PFCT) from South Korea. The meeting highlighted the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in optimizing credit approval processes and mitigating non-performing loans (NPLs) for domestic financial institutions.
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Strengthening anti-money laundering capacity for digital asset service providers
As digital assets and cryptocurrencies continue to expand globally, Vietnam is intensifying efforts to strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) capacity to safeguard financial stability and economic security. Recently, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA), in cooperation with relevant partners — including cryptocurrency exchange Binance — organized a specialized AML training program for digital asset service providers in Hanoi.
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VNBA meets with S&P Global Ratings and FiinRatings to promote capital market development
On March 9, 2026, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) held a working session with representatives from S&P Global Ratings and FiinRatings to discuss Vietnam’s economic outlook, the development of the capital market, and the role of credit ratings in strengthening the country’s financial system. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Nguyen Quoc Hung, Vice Chairman cum Secretary General of VNBA.
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VNBA Risk Committee and KPMG collaborate on Vietnam Banking risk Report
On March 9, 2026, the Risk Committee of the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) held a working session with KPMG to discuss plans for conducting a survey and developing the Vietnam Banking Risk Trends Report. The meeting was attended and directed by Dr. Nguyen Quoc Hung, Vice Chairman and Secretary General of VNBA.
