Society

Yen My District boosts industrial development

13:00 | 29/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - Yen My District in Hung Yen Province attaches much importance to industrial and handicraft development and set a target of becoming an industrialized district according to the resolution of the 28th congress of the 2020-2025 tenure District Party Committee.

Van Lam District targets grade-III city by 2025

08:00 | 29/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - With favorable location and economic potential, Hung Yen Province’s Van Lam District has been striving to achieve the goal of a grade-III city by 2025.

BUV Scholarship and Financial Aid Fund opened for 2023

16:38 | 28/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - The BUV (British University Vietnam) Scholarship and Financial Aid Fund for the academic year 2023 offers prestigious scholarships, helping talented students benefit from the opportunity of studying in a British education environment of international standards to pave the foundation for a successful career in the future.

Hung Yen Customs supports business development

15:00 | 28/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - Putting people and businesses at the core of its service, over the years, the Hung Yen Customs Department has taken practical solutions to support the business community in the process of customs clearance.

Hung Yen Province statistical sector fulfills targets

09:00 | 30/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - During the past time, especially since the re-establishment of Hung Yen Province in 1997, the provincial statistical sector has attained many encouraging achievements with the efforts and determinations of the leaders and civil servants and employees.

River trash capture tool launched in Nam Truc District

16:51 | 29/11/2022 Society

The Center for Marinelife Conservation and Community Development (MCD), in cooperation with the Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DONRE) of Nam Dinh Province, the People's Committee of Nam Thang Commune, and other local partners today organized a ceremony to launch a river trash capture tool at Thang Hung Village, Nam Thang Commune, Nam Truc District, Nam Dinh Province.

Six social enterprises awarded funding at Singapore int'l foundation’s signature program

15:57 | 29/11/2022 Society

Six innovative regional businesses, which champion social change, received funding of up to S$20,000 each to help them scale up their businesses.

Use of unregistered devices increases risks around hybrid work: Cisco survey

10:04 | 28/11/2022 Society

As hybrid work empowers employees to work from anywhere and ensure business continuity for enterprises, the use of unregistered devices by employees to access work platforms is adding new security challenges for organizations in Vietnam, according to a new Cisco study.

Agribank Hung Yen: Service quality constantly improved

07:00 | 28/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - The Vietnam Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Agribank)’s branch in Hung Yen Province (Agribank Hung Yen) always adheres to orientations of the province and the finance and banking sector, and has made significant contributions to the province's socioeconomic development.

AkzoNobel Vietnam protects Cu Lao Xanh lighthouse against harsh weather

11:40 | 24/11/2022 Environment

AkzoNobel, a leading global paints and coatings company and the major producer of Dulux brand, has completed repainting the Cu Lao Xanh Lighthouse project with Dulux Weathershield®. It is the third lighthouse in Vietnam recoated under the “Lighthouse Protection Campaign” of AkzoNobel.

Tetra Pak and Veca cooperate to expand used beverage cartons collection in HCMC

10:44 | 18/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - Since October 2022, the collection of used beverage cartons via the VECA app has been extended to 18 districts in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), an increase of four districts compared to the first phase. The four districts, namely Tan Phu, Go Vap, Binh Tan and Thu Duc, are among the largest districts of Ho Chi Minh city. Tetra Pak and VECA have established additional collection sites at 10 condominiums in the city, including Screc Tower, Sai Gon Avenue, Phu Tho, Kien Thanh Shopping Mall, Celadon City, The Splendor, Khang Gia Condominium, Starlight Riverside, Ha Do and Topaz Garden & Center. The volume of cartons collected is expected to reach six tonnes after six months of network expansion.

JTI Vietnam commits to net zero greenhouse gas emissions

16:25 | 15/11/2022 Environment

Climate change is the most urgent issue of our time, and to limit its impact on life on earth, the rise in mean global temperature should not exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. The private sector plays a huge role in helping to achieve this goal, and companies must commit and take concrete action in accordance with the Paris Agreement.

Hanoi maintains recovery momentum

13:00 | 15/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - In the first nine months of 2022, Hanoi has maintained its post-pandemic recovery momentum and affirmed its position as one of the country’s economic locomotives.

The Consular Club annual international charity bazaar is back

16:19 | 14/11/2022 Society

The Consular Club of Ho Chi Minh City hosted successfully the 27th annual international charity bazaar in Ho Chi Minh City.

Improved life in new rural areas

13:00 | 12/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - The development of transport infrastructure and new rural areas has gradually improved the appearance of localities in Quang Ninh Province and the lives of people in mountainous areas.

Giving a boost to logistics development

06:00 | 12/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - Quang Ninh Province has invested in major transport infrastructure projects to create conditions for logistics service development in a bid to become a regional logistics and multimodal transportation center connecting Vietnam to the world.

Cross-border and domestic services, tourism thrive

13:00 | 11/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - The northeastern coastal province of Quang Ninh has achieved strong tourism and service development in part due to its greatly improved transport infrastructure.

Province draws growing number of investors

06:00 | 11/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - Quang Ninh Province has become an attractive destination for foreign investors thanks to its improved investment environment and consistent transport infrastructure.

Geographic advantages for economic development

13:00 | 10/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - Having identified transport infrastructure as a strategic breakthrough, Quang Ninh Province has been investing in a modern transport system, shortening the distance between localities inside and outside the province and bolstering the connection between national, regional and international traffic networks.

Transport infrastructure key priority

06:00 | 10/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - Quang Ninh Province has mobilized major resources from various economic sectors to develop a modern, strategic socioeconomic transportation infrastructure. Vietnam Economic News’ Tien Dung & Thuy Lan discussed the province’s plans with Hoang Quang Hai, Director of the Quang Ninh Province Department of Transport.

Consumer spending in Asia Pacific remains strong, despite rising costs

14:39 | 04/11/2022 Society

(VEN) - Global consumer flight bookings throughout this summer stayed 15 percent above 2019 levels; In Singapore, outbound international bookings are over 10 percent higher than pre-pandemic levels; As remote work trends impact how we live and when we shop, consumers are shifting weekend spend to the traditional work week.

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Vietnam Manufacturing Expo & NEPCON Vietnam exhibition 2023 kick off

16:41 | 22/03/2023 Support industries

Reed Tradex Vietnam, the ASEAN's leading exhibition organizer announced the kick-start of Vietnam Manufacturing Expo (VME) & NEPCON Vietnam exhibition 2023.

Visa exemption means int'l tourists can visit Phu Quoc for up to 30 days

16:32 | 22/03/2023 Tourism

Phu Quoc Island is an ideal choice for travel and long-term relaxation, with a complete visa exemption policy for international visitors, a temporary stay of up to 30 days, a populous and rich nature, and impressive architecture.

Emirates unveils new signature livery for its fleet

16:14 | 22/03/2023 Companies

The distinctive livery of the world’s largest international airline, Emirates, has undergone a refresh.

Bamboo Airways to launch Viet Nam’s longest domestic air route from April

14:53 | 22/03/2023 Vietnamese Brands

On April 29, Bamboo Airways will launch an air service between the capital city of Ha Noi and the southernmost province of Ca Mau, making it the longest domestic route served by a local carrier.

Việt Nam carries out measures for healthy forests

10:30 | 22/03/2023 Environment

At a forum on the International Day of the Forest yesterday in Hà Nội, Phạm Hồng Lượng, chief of office of the General Department of Forestry, stressed the importance of raising awareness about the role of forests in human life to work together in forest protection and sustainable forest exploitation.

Xoan singing in Phu Tho Province

06:00 | 12/03/2023 Lifestyle

(VEN) - Xoan singing is an ancient art performed during the first two months of the lunar year and designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as a valuable intangible cultural heritage of the northern Vietnamese province of Phu Tho. It is based on the Vietnamese practice of ancestor worship and dates back to the period of the 18 Hung kings who ruled northern Vietnam from 2879-258 BCE. However, some music researchers believe that Xoan singing emerged much later, during the Later Le Dynasty (1428-1789 AD), as the lyrics bear literary forms and styles of the period.

Fresh produce exports set to grow

06:00 | 10/03/2023 Major exports

(VEN) - The Vietnamese fruit and vegetable sector poised for promising year as exports rose 3.1 percent in January 2023.

Son La Dam’s powerful tourism potential

06:00 | 11/03/2023 Tourism

(VEN) - The area of the Son La hydropower reservoir, with its cultural features of the Thai, Tay and La Hu ethnic groups, is being awakened by tourism development to benefit local residents.

Ministry betters business environment

13:00 | 11/03/2023 Economy

(VEN) - The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has implemented government resolutions on improving the business environment and enhancing national competitiveness.

Hanoi economy presents mixed picture

13:00 | 12/03/2023 Metropolis

(VEN) - Hanoi’s total retail sales of goods and services increased 18 percent in January compared with the same period last year. The capital has also identified 22 targets for socioeconomic development in 2023.

Multimedia

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Festivals in Sapa

10:05 | 22/03/2023 Entertainment

(VEN) - Sa Pa Town in the northern province of Lao Cai celebrates the 120th anniversary of its tourism this year with a series of special events, including a spectacular art program introducing the history of the Sa Pa national tourist area and its attractive and unique tourism products, as well as its targets in the future.

50th anniversary of Vietnam-Belgium diplomatic relations

07:00 | 22/03/2023 Infographic

Vietnam and Belgium have experienced a 50-year partnership marked by sound friendship and fruitful cooperation.

Amazingly beautiful Ninh Thuan

09:13 | 20/03/2023 Video

(VEN) - The south central coastal province of Ninh Thuan is renowned for its beautiful, pristine beaches and vast white salt fields. Visitors are recommended to travel to the province from April to June to enjoy their summer vacations, and from August to October when the grape-harvesting season falls and unique local festivals of the Cham people take place.

Tra fish exports hold promise after China reopens borders

07:00 | 20/03/2023 Infographic

Tra fish exports are expected to recover shortly with China gradually reopening its borders.

Lao Cai Province welcomes first Chinese tourists after three years

08:49 | 17/03/2023 Tourism

Eighty Chinese tourists entered Vietnam via the Lao Cai International Border Gate on March 15 afternoon, marking the return of Chinese travellers to the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai after a three-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Policy

Animal feed industry asks for import tax reduction on raw materials

09:55 | 20/03/2023 Policy

The Government has received a proposal from the Vietnam Feed Association to eliminate the import tax on soybean meal, currently set at 2%.

Over 250 petitions submitted to authorities on fragility of petroleum regulations

18:07 | 16/03/2023 Policy

The petitions concern the alteration of petroleum business restrictions in decrees No.83/2014/ND-CP and No.95/2021/NQ-CP, resulting in losses for retail establishments.

New legal documents in second half of February 2023

07:00 | 12/03/2023 Policy

VEN lists the latest legal documents issued by the Vietnamese Government, ministries and state agencies.

Companies allowed to make bond payments with other assets

07:00 | 09/03/2023 Policy

Companies shall be allowed to make bond payments with other assets, according to the Government's recently-released Decree 08/2023/ND-CP issued.

Industry & Trade

Vietnam Manufacturing Expo & NEPCON Vietnam exhibition 2023 kick off

16:41 | 22/03/2023 Support industries

Reed Tradex Vietnam, the ASEAN's leading exhibition organizer announced the kick-start of Vietnam Manufacturing Expo (VME) & NEPCON Vietnam exhibition 2023.

Offshore wind energy an essential base load power source: official

14:30 | 20/03/2023 Energy

Offshore wind energy has great potential to contribute to the energy security goals of Việt Nam, according to deputy head of the Party Central Committee's Economic Commission Nguyễn Đức Hiển.

Uncorking bottlenecks for support industry development

06:00 | 18/03/2023 Industry

(VEN) - Vietnam is mulling legislation to boost the low localization rate of its industrial production and means to modernize its support industries and increase their participation in the local and foreign value chain.

Da Nang greens textile-garment industry

13:00 | 17/03/2023 Energy

(VEN) - Textile and garment enterprises in the southcentral coastal city of Da Nang are seeking to green their production through the use of renewable energy, waste reduction and wastewater standardization.

Investment

US businesses exploring investment, business opportunities in Vietnam

10:01 | 21/03/2023 FDI

Representatives of more than 50 US companies will visit Vietnam from March 21-22 to discuss investment and business opportunities under an annual programme hosted by the US-ASEAN Business Council.

Da Nang hopes for further investment from RoK city

09:13 | 17/03/2023 FDI

Secretary of the Da Nang municipal Party Committee Nguyen Van Quang said he hopes that the city of Daegu in the Republic of Korea (RoK) will cooperate with the Vietnamese central city and invest more in its hi-tech sector, along with education, training and tourism.

Initiative speeds up investment disbursement

06:00 | 14/03/2023 Domestic investment

(VEN) - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked ministries, sectors and localities to ensure the quality and effectiveness of public investment projects and achieve a higher disbursement rate in 2023.

Hanoi builds synchronous policies to draw foreign investment

07:25 | 11/03/2023 FDI

A conference linking hundreds of Hanoi and Singaporean enterprises was held in the capital city of Hanoi on March 7. The event was co-hosted by the municipal Department of Industry and Trade, the Vietnam Trade Office in Singapore, the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCCI) and the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).

Finance-Banking

Vietnam seeks response to corporate tax overhaul

06:00 | 20/03/2023 Finance-Banking

(VEN) - All European Union states and many other countries will introduce a global minimum tax (GMT) of 15 percent on large corporations by the start of 2024, and Vietnam is being urged to devise appropriate policies and adapt to the new taxation.

Vietnam’s regulatory interest rates to be reduced by 0.5-1 percent

07:05 | 16/03/2023 Finance-Banking

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on March 14 issued two decisions to reduce regulatory interest rates by 0.5% to 1%, which will come into force on March 15.

Global Minimum Tax a head-scratcher for Vietnamese policymakers

06:00 | 13/03/2023 Finance-Banking

As many countries plan to adopt the Global Minimum Tax Rate (GMTR) in 2024, experts are concerned that the entry into force of the rate would discourage foreign companies from locating their operations in low-tax countries.

Program seeks to solve business capital needs

13:00 | 10/03/2023 Finance-Banking

(VEN) - A series of commercial banks have moved to reduce lending interest rates in response to strong messages by the Government and the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) about supporting the economy and business sector.

Environment

Việt Nam carries out measures for healthy forests

10:30 | 22/03/2023 Environment

COP28 President-Designate to co-chair Copenhagen climate ministerial meeting

09:46 | 22/03/2023 Environment

Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, COP28 President-Designate, will visit Copenhagen to co-chair the Copenhagen Climate Ministerial with His Excellency Sameh Shoukry, Minister of Foreign Affairs, COP27 President and Foreign Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

Practical effective activities urged to mark World Water Day

10:03 | 20/03/2023 Environment

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has asked other ministries, agencies, sectors, localities, and organisations to take practical and effective activities to mark the World Water Day (March 22), the World Meteorological Day (March 23), and the Earth Hour 2023 (March 25).

BKEET steams ahead with waste treatment

13:00 | 15/03/2023 Make in Vietnam

(VEN) - After research spanning 20 years, solid waste incinerators produced by the Bach Khoa Hanoi Energy and Environment Joint Stock Company (BKEET) are operating across the country.

Science - Technology

Science, technology, innovation promoted to support national development

06:00 | 22/03/2023 Science - Technology

Various measures will be rolled out from now to 2025 to fine tune science and technology organisations and perfect the legal foundation for state management of science, technology and innovation.

Vietnam introduces automated sorting system

13:00 | 20/03/2023 Make in Vietnam

(VEN) - The successful design, manufacturing and operation of an automatic goods sorting system has contributed to optimizing the production process and cutting the costs of logistics enterprises. Vietnam Economic News’ Quynh Nga interviewed Dr. Phan Dang Phong, Director of the National Research Institute of Mechanical Engineering (NARIME) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), about this technology.

Domestic ICT firms well-positioned to reach out to the world

06:00 | 20/03/2023 Science - Technology

Vietnam's information and communication technology (ICT) companies are well-positioned to make strong breakthroughs and reach out to the world in the near future, on the back of widespread Internet access, abundant workforce and support from authorities at all levels.

Innovation platforms boosting sustainable development announced