AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoVietnam-Singapore Industrial Push: VSIP’s Vietnam-Singapore joint venture received investment certificates for five more industrial parks in Haiphong, Nghe An, Hue, Ha Nam and Ho Chi Minh City, lifting the network to 26 projects as leaders press for greener, smarter industrial growth. AI for Productivity: At GStar Summit 2026, Vietnam’s science ministry said AI and big data are key to boosting labour productivity, with priorities ranging from R&D and AI literacy to human-centric governance and workforce reskilling. Regional Security at Shangri-La: Vietnam’s To Lam told Reuters and the Shangri-La Dialogue that Vietnam won’t pick sides, but wants disputes in the South China Sea settled through international law while keeping dialogue with China. Maritime Trade Corridors: ASEAN defence ministers reaffirmed the need for free flow of trade through international corridors and stressed transit passage rights under UNCLOS, as regional tensions and shipping chokepoints remain in focus. Food Costs Watch: Asian rice prices jumped about 20% in May, with Vietnam among major suppliers facing risks from war-linked energy and fertiliser costs plus hotter weather. Older Persons Rights: Vietnam urged UNFPA support as it pushes talks toward a future UN convention on the rights of older persons. Tourism Link-Up: VietJet Air opened a Colombo office and plans new Colombo–Ho Chi Minh City flights from August 2026 to deepen Vietnam–Sri Lanka travel and trade ties.
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