On August 7, 2026, the delegation from the National Economics University attended the International Scientific Conference ICYREB 2026, the 11th annual academic forum for young researchers in the fields of economics and business. This year’s conference, themed “Enhancing Economic Resilience amidst Global Uncertainties: From Digital Transformation to Sustainability,” was held at the Banking Academy.

The conference attracted the participation of over 100 scientists with more than 230 papers from researchers both domestic and international.

Attending the conference, from the NEU delegation, were: Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Anh – Vice President of the University; along with representatives of the leadership of Schools, Departments, Faculties, Institutes, Centers; speakers, scientists, experts in various fields, representatives of training units, research institutions, and higher education institutions in the area.

The International Scientific Conference for Young Researchers in Economics and Business (ICYREB) is an annual event organized under the comprehensive cooperation agreement among 11 universities in the fields of economics and business.

This year’s conference is hosted by the Banking Academy, in collaboration with a network of partner universities including: National Economics University; University of Commerce; Foreign Trade University; Academy of Finance; University of Economics (VNU); University of Economics (Hue University); University of Economics (University of Danang); University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City; University of Economics and Law (VNU Ho Chi Minh City) and Phenikaa University.

ICYREB continues to be positioned as an academic forum for young researchers, doctoral candidates, and young scholars in the fields of economics, finance, banking, business, and management. The conference provides an opportunity for researchers to present new research findings, receive academic feedback, engage with experienced experts, and develop research collaboration networks both domestically and internationally.

The theme of ICYREB 2026 is “Enhancing Economic Resilience amidst Global Uncertainties: From Digital Transformation to Sustainability.”

The reports at ICYREB 2026 focus on various pressing economic-financial-business issues, notably: Digital assets, cryptocurrency markets, and digital financial services; FinTech, open banking, and open finance; Banking regulations, Basel II/Basel III, financial stability, and SupTech; Climate risks, geopolitical risks, and economic resilience; Financial markets and macroeconomic policy; Corporate finance and corporate behavior; Accounting, auditing, IFRS, and digital transformation in accounting; Corporate governance, CSR, and ESG disclosure; Green innovation, green economy, and sustainable development; International trade, new-generation FTAs, and economic integration; Digital economy and the impact of digital connectivity on trade, productivity, and income;…

Notably, numerous studies utilize Vietnam as a context for empirical research, focusing on practically significant issues such as digital assets, stock markets, banking activities, ESG, digital transformation, international trade, Vietnamese enterprises, and local economic growth.

The National Economics University continues to make its mark at ICYREB 2026 with more than 10 research papers published in the Conference Proceedings, many of which were selected for direct presentation. Notably, a paper by NEU scientists was awarded the Best Paper Award, affirming the academic quality and research capability of the young faculty members on the academic forum.

Representative of the Organizing Committee presents the Best Paper Award

University of Economics and Law, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (UEL) receives the rotating flag, officially becoming the host of ICYREB 2027

Within the framework of the program, representatives of the leadership from 11 co-organizing units agreed on the coordination contents for the next conference and performed the ceremony of handing over the rotating flag to the Banking Academy. Accordingly, the Banking Academy will host the 13th International Conference on Young Researchers in Economics and Business (ICYREB) in 2027.

Concluding with many positive outcomes, ICYREB 2026 continues to affirm its position as a prestigious annual academic forum in the fields of economics and business, creating an environment for young scientists to exchange academic ideas, share research results, and expand collaboration networks both domestically and internationally.

Some images from the Conference:

Article and photos: Department of Scientific Management & Communication Department