Vietnam
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world15 Indian Tourists Killed in Boat Capsizing Off Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island
A boat carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists, capsized in rough seas off Vietnam's Phu Quoc island, killing 15. Rescue operations are ongoing.
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cryptoVietnam Proposes Using Digital Assets as Loan Collateral for SMEs
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance proposes allowing SMEs to use crypto as bank loan collateral, a bold step integrating digital assets into traditional finance by 2027.
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financeWorld Bank: Vietnam Growth to Slow to 6.8% in 2026
Vietnam's GDP growth decelerates from 8% to 6.8% as risks remain. World Bank report.
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cryptoVietnam Targets Q3 2026 for Regulated Crypto Market Launch
Vietnam aims to launch its regulated crypto asset market by Q3 2026, part of a digital economy push. The move follows licensing pathways and a crypto tax framework.
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financeVietnam Inflation Surges as Iran Conflict Drives Energy Costs Higher
Vietnam's April inflation exceeded forecasts due to global energy price spikes from the Iran conflict, raising concerns about delayed Fed rate cuts.
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worldEuropol Dismantles Major Vietnam-to-Europe Human Smuggling Ring
Europol announces the dismantling of a large-scale criminal operation smuggling Vietnamese nationals into Europe, culminating in dangerous Channel crossings to Britain.
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financeVietnam Achieves Emerging Market Status After FTSE Upgrade
FTSE Russell confirms Vietnam's upgrade from frontier to emerging market status in September, signaling major investment opportunity.
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healthAncient Teeth Reveal Syphilis-Like Disease in 4,000-Year-Old Vietnam Children
Archaeological evidence from Vietnam challenges the theory that syphilis originated in the Americas, suggesting the disease may be much older.