Hanoi, June 18 -- Trust is emerging as one of the most valuable assets for businesses navigating the digital economy, as rising expectations from customers, investors and partners place greater emphasis on transparency, accountability and effective risk management.

The issue was at the heart of discussions at the 2026 Women Business Leaders Forum, organised by the Vietnam Women Entrepreneurs Council (VWEC) under the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) in collaboration with The Asia Foundation.

Speaking at the forum, VCCI Vice President Nguyen Quang Vinh said that while technology and data can be replicated, trust remains irreplaceable. In an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, he noted, technology may acceler...