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Vietnam's growth sectors for the coming years
Vietnam's growth sectors for the coming years

The Vietnam Venture Summit 2023, held in Hanoi, explored Vietnam's status as an investment hub for 2024. Despite the uncertainties of 2023, Vietnam attracted nearly $20.21 billion in foreign direct investment in the first nine months of the year, reflecting its strong economic expansion. The country's resilience is attributed to policies that support innovation and digitization, fostering international trade relations. The Summit also launched a report, "Road to Greatness: Rewriting Vietnam's Growth Playbook," highlighting Vietnam's economic resiliency. The event featured leaders from various sectors and emphasized Vietnam's role in the global supply chain. Additionally, Vietnam is strengthening its global partnerships and positioning itself as a center for high-value foreign direct investment. The country is set to dominate the listing of international companies in the next 18 months, demonstrating its economic growth. The report identifies five key sectors for Vietnam's future growth: healthtech, fintech, tech-enabled logistics, green economy, and edtech. These sectors align with Vietnam's goal to become a developed nation by 2050 and the global demand for innovation.

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BusinessTom HolgerssonExpatshcmc, Growth, Vietnam, Tech, Edtech, Fintech
Vietnam emerging as a Tech Hub
Vietnam emerging as a Tech Hub

Introduction: Vietnam has emerged as a vibrant hub for innovation and entrepreneurship in Southeast Asia. With a dynamic tech ecosystem and a growing fintech industry, the country has witnessed the rise of numerous start-ups pushing boundaries and revolutionizing various sectors. In this article, we will delve into some of the most interesting start-up companies in the fields of technology and fintech that are making waves in Vietnam.

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Editor's Picks, BusinessTom HolgerssonTech, Fintech, Expatshcmc, Vietnam
Fintech in Vietnam has a huge potential
Fintech in Vietnam has a huge potential

Vietnam has been experiencing a fintech boom in recent years, with the industry seeing rapid growth and innovation. Fintech refers to the use of technology to provide financial services and encompasses a range of services including mobile banking, peer-to-peer lending, online payment systems, digital wallets, and insurance technology.

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Editor's Picks, Business, FundingTom HolgerssonExpatshcmc, Fintech, Vietnam, Tech, Potential, Business
What is the state of fundraising for start-ups and scale up companies in Vietnam?
What is the state of fundraising for start-ups and scale up companies in Vietnam?

Vietnam has emerged as one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia over the past few years. This growth has been accompanied by a surge in entrepreneurial activity, as more and more young Vietnamese entrepreneurs are launching innovative start-ups across a range of sectors.

However, despite the booming start-up scene in Vietnam, fundraising for start-ups and scale-ups remains a significant challenge. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the fundraising landscape for start-ups and scale-ups in Vietnam, including the challenges and opportunities that exist for entrepreneurs.

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Editor's Picks, BusinessTom HolgerssonBusiness, startup, scale up, Vietnam, Venture funding, VC
Tech Hubs in HCMC
Tech Hubs in HCMC

Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, has emerged as one of the top tech hubs in Southeast Asia. With a rapidly growing startup ecosystem, the city has become a hotspot for entrepreneurs, investors, and tech professionals from around the world. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the best tech hubs in Ho Chi Minh City.

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Editor's Picks, BusinessTom HolgerssonHCMC, Expats