AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoVietnam Growth Watch: UOB lifted its 2026 GDP growth forecast for Vietnam to 8.5% (from 7%), citing strong manufacturing momentum and rising FDI disbursements. Local Governance: Hanoi’s NA vice chairman urged the capital to adjust its growth scenario to reality and remove bottlenecks, while praising digital governance steps. Economy & Trade: Vietnam and Italy signaled new momentum for bilateral trade and investment under EVFTA, while Indonesia and Vietnam set a target of US$18 billion trade by 2028. Business & Jobs: Suntory PepsiCo opened a US$300M beverage plant in Tay Ninh, aiming to boost capacity and create about 3,000 jobs. Corporate Accountability: UNICEF found Vietnamese listed firms lag on reporting children’s rights impacts, with limited coverage of child labour risks and no living-wage commitments. Tourism Safety Shock: Vietnam’s Phu Quoc speedboat disaster continues to dominate coverage as bodies of Indian victims are repatriated, with a captain detained and rescue-delay claims disputed. Tech & Finance: VBSP is moving commune banking services onto digital platforms, letting borrowers manage repayments via mobile apps. Culture & Lifestyle: Asia’s 50 Best Bars released its 51–100 extended list, with Ho Chi Minh City’s The Enigma Mansion among the biggest climbers.
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