Together with the promotion of investment capital flows and foreign exchange under Vietnam’s new IFC framework, the next essential pillar is the establishment and operation of modern, internationally aligned exchange and trading platforms.

Pursuant to Article 13 of Resolution No. 222/2025/QH15 (the “Resolution”), the formation and operation of trading platforms within the IFC is permitted across six key sectors: (i) commodity and derivatives trading; (ii) carbon credit trading; (iii) trading of cultural and artistic products; (iv) precious metals trading; (v) green financial product trading; and (vi) other trading types as determined by practical demand. This non-exhaustive listing reflects an open and flexible approach, enabling the regulatory framework to adapt to the dynamic evolution of global financial instruments and technological innovation.

The inclusion of carbon credits and green financial products is particularly timely, aligning with the recent official adoption of Vietnam’s first-ever green taxonomy — an important milestone in the country’s broader sustainable finance agenda.

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