The bonds, worth VND2 trillion ($78.4 million), will finance projects in such fields as renewable energy, sustainable transport, water management, green buildings, and energy efficiency.

According to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s semiannual report, released in November 2024, Vietnam was named in the Monitoring List along with China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan (China), Singapore, and Germany.

Natural disasters cause annual losses to Vietnam of up to 1-1.5% of GDP.

The banking sector was the largest issuer.

Banks worldwide now recognize the benefits AI can provide in banking operations and customer access.

The price of SJC-branded gold bars reduced by VND500,000 ($19.6) per tael on November 14 to VND83.5 million ($3,274).