The local press VNeconomy will hold an online conference on October 16 on the impact of the global credit crunch on Vietnam, offering readers an opportunity to share their views with local financial experts.

The conference will discuss the impact of US credit turmoil on the Vietnamese economy in general, as well as on the export, finance and other specific business sectors.

Discussion on its website www.vneconomy.vn will draw the participation of some well-known financial experts, such as Cao Sy Kiem, the former governor of the State Bank, Vu Thanh Tu Anh, director of the Fullbright Programme in Vietnam, and Mac Quang Huy, an independent financial expert.