The Vietnam Association of People's Credit Funds and the Banking Times sign a comprehensive cooperation agreement.

On December 11, 2025, at the headquarters of the Banking Times, the Vietnam People's Credit Fund Association (PCF) and the Banking Times solemnly held a signing ceremony for a cooperation agreement. This event marks a new stage in the collaborative relationship between the two organizations, opening a phase of comprehensive cooperation aimed at strengthening communication and spreading the image, role, and contributions of the PCF system nationwide.

The Vietnam People's Credit Fund Association and Banking Times signed a cooperation agreement.

Attending the ceremony were Mr. Nguyen Duc Dung - General Secretary of the Vietnam People's Credit Fund Association; Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Thanh - Deputy General Secretary, along with representatives from various departments and units under the Association. Representing the Banking Times were Mr. Tran Trung Thuong - Deputy Editor-in-Chief; Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh Binh - Deputy Editor-in-Chief, along with leaders from various specialized departments. The ceremony was also attended by representatives from exemplary People's Credit Funds such as Kim Chung, Nam Hong, Duong Noi, Nguyen Trai, and Van Khe.

Enhancing communication coordination in the new context

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Duc Dung emphasized the need for communication innovation in the context of the People's Credit Fund system expanding its scale, improving its governance capacity, and adapting to a volatile economic environment. Accordingly, accurate, timely, and professional communication is a crucial "soft infrastructure" that helps the system operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

Mr. Nguyen Duc Dung - General Secretary of the Vietnam People's Credit Fund Association, delivered a speech at the ceremony.

The Vietnam People's Credit Fund Association and the Banking Times have decided to sign a cooperation agreement to leverage each party's strengths, enhance information coverage, and spread the image of the humane community finance model of People's Credit Funds. The cooperation focuses on disseminating the policies and guidelines of the State Bank of Vietnam; highlighting effective operational models; and introducing initiatives and solutions to improve service quality, meet capital needs, and support livelihoods for rural people.

Mr. Dung emphasized that this collaboration will help people better understand the cooperative and mutual support nature of the People's Credit Fund model, thereby increasing their trust in and support for the system. This is also a concrete step in realizing the commitment to building a transparent and professional communication environment, contributing to enhancing the position of the Vietnamese People's Credit Fund system.

Mr. Tran Trung Thuong - Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Banking Times, delivered a speech at the ceremony.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Tran Trung Thuong, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Banking Times, acknowledged the positive results of the cooperation between the two units in the past. According to him, the Banking Times has always played the role of a bridge for official information, promptly conveying the mechanisms and policies of the State Bank of Vietnam to grassroots credit unions; while also truthfully reflecting the practical operations, difficulties, and recommendations of the system.

However, communication efforts for the People's Credit Fund system still face challenges, especially uneven information coverage and a lack of in-depth materials for grassroots funds. This makes it difficult for many People's Credit Funds to update their policies. Mr. Thuong hopes that this cooperation agreement will help both sides develop specialized publications, increase information coverage to 100% of members; and organize workshops and seminars to exchange professional knowledge, share management experiences, and improve communication capabilities.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Phan Duc Tuan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kim Chung People's Credit Fund, said he was honored to represent the People's Credit Funds at this important event, marking a strategic cooperation between the Banking Times and the Vietnam People's Credit Fund Association. This is not only a networking activity but also opens up new avenues for improving communication effectiveness and promoting sustainable development of the People's Credit Fund system nationwide.

Mr. Tuan emphasized that the People's Credit Fund (QTDND) is a humane community finance model, operating on the principles of voluntariness, autonomy, and self-responsibility, always aiming to support members, especially in rural areas. The system has been actively contributing to household economic development, supporting people's access to capital, creating jobs, and ensuring social security. The cooperation agreement between the two units will bring practical benefits such as strengthening policy communication; enhancing the image and trust in the QTDND system; and expanding opportunities for knowledge sharing through forums and in-depth workshops.

On behalf of the member People's Credit Funds, he affirmed their commitment to safe and transparent operations and close cooperation with the Association and the Banking Times in providing accurate and timely information to effectively implement the cooperation contents.

Strengthening comprehensive and practical cooperation.

According to the Memorandum of Agreement, both parties agreed to strengthen communication about the Association's operational activities, conferences, seminars, training courses, and professional guidance; and to promptly disseminate information on legal documents related to Co-opBank and the People's Credit Fund system. Technology transfer activities, software upgrades, and technical support implemented by the Association's IT company will also be given priority in being widely publicized.

Both sides will focus on communicating effective operating models, exemplary advanced examples, and good deeds; disseminating initiatives, policy recommendations, and action programs of the Association. The contributions of Co-opBank and the People's Credit Fund system to socio-economic development, inclusive finance, and community welfare will be widely publicized.

To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Vietnam People's Credit Fund Association, the two sides will collaborate on in-depth thematic discussions reflecting the milestones in development, the role, and achievements of the People's Credit Fund system; along with communication about training activities, technical support, internal auditing, legal matters, and system networking.

In addition, cooperation has expanded to areas of social responsibility such as Party and mass organization activities and community welfare, ensuring regular implementation according to annual plans.

At the event, in the presence of leaders from both units and representatives of the People's Credit Funds, Mr. Nguyen Duc Dung and Mr. Tran Trung Thuong performed the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Cooperation Agreement. Both sides expressed their determination to seriously implement the cooperation contents, affirming that this is a strategic step to improve the quality of banking industry communication, strengthen social trust in the People's Credit Fund system, and promote a safe and sustainable operating environment in the new phase.

Here are some photos from the cooperation signing ceremony:

Representatives of grassroots credit unions subscribe to the printed edition of Banking Times during the cooperation signing ceremony.

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