A comprehensive study recently published in the journal Clean Energy (Volume 10, Issue 3, June 2026) has conducted a techno-economic assessment of photovoltaic (PV) systems combined with green hydrogen production at nine representative locations across Vietnam. The research, conducted by Van Tri Bui, My Hanh Pham, and Phuong Truong Le, developed a complete simulation framework on the MATLAB/Simulink platform, integrating solar radiation data, PV generation models, and electrolyzer performance to quantify energy yield and the Levelized Cost of Hydrogen (LCOH). This study is considered an important contribution to Vietnam's green hydrogen development strategy, especially as the country aims for net-zero emissions by 2050.

HANOI – On the morning of June 29, 2026, Vietnam's domestic carbon exchange officially began operations at the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX) under the allowance code VN2025, marking a significant milestone in the formation and development of the country's carbon market.

The Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) is pleased to introduce EGIT BK CO.LTD. (Green Living Lab) – one of the Club's leading strategic partners in environmental solutions consulting, greenhouse gas inventory, and green transition for businesses.

On 23 June 2026, the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) officially submitted to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (Department of Oil and Coal) a policy report containing policy recommendations and initiatives aimed at positioning Vietnam as one of the leading countries in Southeast Asia for hydrogen society development.

The Global Hydrogen Review 2026, published by the International Energy Agency (IEA), presents a comprehensive assessment of the global hydrogen landscape amid heightened geopolitical tensions. This sixth edition of the annual report offers critical insights into hydrogen demand, production, investment, policy frameworks, and infrastructure development, with particular emphasis on the impacts of the Middle East conflict on global supply chains and the pivotal role of China in the hydrogen revolution.

VINATech is one of the world's leading manufacturers of supercapacitors and green energy solutions. Founded on July 26, 1999, the company is headquartered in Jeonju, South Korea, with production facilities in Wanju, South Korea, and three factories in Bac Ninh, Bac Giang, and Ha Nam, Vietnam.

According to Decision No. 21/QĐ-TTg issued by the Prime Minister on April 30, 2026, "Systems for producing, storing, transporting and distributing green hydrogen and biofuels" have been officially recognized as a strategic technology product of Vietnam. The decision took effect from the date of signing and was published on the Government's electronic portal, marking an important milestone in the national energy and industrial development strategy.

Decision No. 876/QĐ-TTg dated July 22, 2022, by the Prime Minister of Vietnam approving the Action Program on Green Energy Transition and Reduction of Methane Emissions in the Transport Sector sets a target that by 2050, 100% of road motor vehicles, railway locomotives and carriages, and inland waterway vessels will be converted to use electricity and green energy. However, this document completely fails to mention hydrogen vehicles (Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles – FCVs) and ships powered by hydrogen or ammonia, even though these technologies are being aggressively advanced by pioneering countries worldwide.

United Hydrogen has unveiled its hydrogen fuel cell two‑wheeler, named the Hydrogen Two‑wheeler, aiming to promote green mobility and harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature.

The Vietnam – ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) is pleased to introduce a major green hydrogen investment opportunity proposed by a project developer partner in Vietnam.

Carbon Nova is a China‑based company operating in the hydrogen energy technology sector. The company focuses on core technology R&D and high‑end equipment manufacturing across the entire hydrogen industrial chain – from production, storage and transport to end‑use applications. Carbon Nova also provides full‑process technical services, from core equipment to system integration.

South Korea has officially brought into effect the "Act on Promotion of Hydrogen Economy and Hydrogen Safety Management" (abbreviated as the Hydrogen Act) as of February 1, 2024, with the latest amendment dated October 31, 2023.

Japan's steel industry accounts for approximately 15% of the nation's total CO₂ emissions, making it one of the most carbon‑intensive sectors. From fiscal year 2026, Japan will implement Phase 2 of the GX‑ETS, requiring companies emitting over 100,000 tCO₂/year (including both blast furnace and electric arc furnace steelmakers) to participate. This analysis compares conventional BF‑BOF with green H₂‑Iron‑EAF using hydrogen direct reduced iron to assess the carbon price level needed to incentivise EAF deployment.

Thermocatalysis currently stands as the most bankable solution. However, biocatalysis and plasma catalysis may gain ground as technologies mature.

Ultimately, the competition is less about reaction pathways and more about access to low-cost renewable hydrogen.

During Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s visit:

• Hydrogen was not a headline topic
• But it is embedded within broader clean energy cooperation

In Vietnam–Japan relations:

Hydrogen represents:

• A long-term energy transition component
• A key industrial decarbonization pathway
• A future cross-border energy trade system (especially via ammonia)

Strategic takeaway

Hydrogen is not just an energy topic.

It is:

a mechanism for restructuring global industrial and energy trade systems over the next 20–30 years

Within this structure:

• Japan: system design, finance, and market creation
• Vietnam: resources, land, and geographic positioning
• Global technology providers: engineering and execution

The key strategic question for Vietnam is not whether to develop hydrogen, but:

What role Vietnam wants to play in the emerging hydrogen value chain: system participant or raw resource supplier?

Vietnam is entering a major acceleration phase in large-scale infrastructure development, with a dual objective: sustaining high economic growth while becoming a high-income developed country by 2045. In this strategy, transport infrastructure—especially aviation—is considered one of the central growth drivers.

According to international assessments, major infrastructure projects such as airports, seaports, and high-speed rail will play a key role in expanding development space and enhancing national competitiveness.

The Cai Mep Ha Logistics Center is being positioned as a key expansion component of the Cai Mep – Thi Vai deep-sea port complex in Ba Ria – Vung Tau (now part of the expanded Ho Chi Minh City metropolitan region). This area is one of the most strategically important logistics hubs in Vietnam and among the leading deep-water port clusters in ASEAN.

The Lien Chieu Port project in Da Nang is being developed as a new international gateway port for Central Vietnam, and is positioned as a core infrastructure node within an integrated economic structure combining the Da Nang Free Trade Zone (FTZ) and the International Financial Center (IFC).