It is a miracle that Vietnam still maintains positive GDP growth in the current crisis, showing the country has succeeded in realizing the dual target of both containing the pandemic and boosting economic growth.

All projects honored this time are those that have been evaluated in terms of stability, efficiency, as well as contributing to environmental protection and creating jobs.

Startups that fully comply with business integrity, including financial transparency, would have higher chances of attracting investors.

Many enterprises are now mapping out short-term business strategies of up to three years, given growing global uncertainties.

Further support is needed from policymakers to provide both legal and infrastructure means to boost e-payment in Vietnam.

Vietnam is committed to cooperating with ASEAN countries in providing substantial supports for the business community, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has said.

Vietnam’s growth model has gradually shifted from an economy that is highly dependent on natural resources and cheap labor for grow towards the application of technology, science and innovation.

Covid-19 has revealed, and even deepened the skills gaps between the current skills and what required to deliver an agile fit-for-the-future business strategy, stated a PwC Vietnam senior executive.

This year’s theme ‘Digital ASEAN: Sustainable and Inclusive’ will discuss the importance of the Fourth Industrial Revolution in stimulating growth, trade and investment.