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US, Vietnam mark milestone of ties

08:47 | 11/02/2020 Cooperation

(VEN) - This year marks a quarter century since the US and Vietnam established diplomatic relations.

Hoi An Silk Village brings Vietnamese silk to the world

09:38 | 10/02/2020 Society

(VEN) - Hoi An used to be an important international trading port and a meeting place of Vietnamese silk products with clothing culture of other countries in the region and the world. Today, Hoi An Silk Village continues to act as a bridge to promote silk products and bring them closer to domestic and foreign consumers.

Vietnam’s Milky Way: China okays Vietnamese dairy imports

09:03 | 10/02/2020 Vietnamese Brands

(VEN) - Vietnamese dairy products were officially exported in 2019 for the first time to China - the world’s second largest dairy consumer (after the US), following efficient efforts by the government, industry and farmers.

Can Tho: A potential paradise of eco-tourism

14:48 | 09/02/2020 Society

(VEN) - Riding on the latest trends of green and sustainable tourism development, the Mekong Delta Province of Can Tho is expected to become a top destination with its typical river-borne and fruit garden tourism products.

Dance of the dragons

09:55 | 14/02/2020 Society

(VEN) - The colorful and exciting unicorn/lion/dragon dance, a traditional Vietnamese custom, is usually performed on festivals and major occasions, particularly during Tet (the Lunar New Year holiday).

“Phở” makes splash in Thailand

09:42 | 13/02/2020 Society

(VEN) - Thai consumers are fussy as far as foreign foods go, but even they cannot resist the iconic Vietnamese broth with rice noodles, herbs, and meat - known the world over as Pho, perhaps also because it reminds them of some of their traditional noodle dishes.

Securities market forecast for 2020 bright

09:12 | 11/02/2020 Economy

(VEN) - The Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HOSE) and Vietnam’s securities market will celebrate their 20th anniversary in 2020, entering a new stage of development expected to affirm its importance as a magnet for domestic and foreign investment capital and reverse its liquidity decline.

Vietnam strives for added rice export value

10:29 | 06/02/2020 Trade

(VEN) - Vietnam’s ST25 rice surpassed many other rice varieties from other countries to win first prize in the World’s Best Rice Contest 2019 within the framework of the November World Rice Conference in Manila, the Philippines. The title, following decades of branding, has delivered a boost to the country’s rice exports.

Domestic market growth, stable inflation boost competitiveness

08:55 | 06/02/2020 Society

(VEN) - In the World Economic Forum (WEF)’s 2019 Global Competitiveness Index report, Vietnam moved up 10 places and scored an additional 3.5 points compared with 2018. The result was attributed to the country’s efforts to keep the inflation rate stable and the growth of sales in the domestic market.

Southern Key Economic Zone: An investment magnet

09:12 | 05/02/2020 Economy

(VEN) - The Southern Key Economic Zone (SKEZ) has become Vietnam’s hottest investment destination, accounting for 43 percent of all foreign direct investment (FDI) pledged. The SKEZ has made greater efforts to improve the investment environment, cut red tape and remove bottlenecks in order to enhance further the effectiveness of its FDI attraction.

Flight safety, top priority of VATM

16:05 | 04/02/2020 Vietnamese Brands

(VEN) - The Vietnam Air Traffic Management Corporation (VATM) did a good job in 2019, fulfilling all assigned tasks, successfully operating all flights within its control area, and providing sufficient air navigation services on time.

The “Rats’ Wedding”, a centuries-old social commentary

14:07 | 04/02/2020 Society

(VEN) - Dong Ho, a craft village in the northern province of Bac Ninh, has been famous for its woodcut paintings since the 11th century.

Vietnam’s e-commerce developing at unprecedented pace

10:19 | 04/02/2020 Information technology

(VEN) - As one of the fastest-growing internet economies in Southeast Asia, Vietnam’s e-commerce market has grown at an unprecedented pace and is poised to become the second largest e-commerce market in the region by 2025.

EVFTA provides new driving forces for Vietnam-EU partnership

09:15 | 04/02/2020 Vietnam and EU

(VEN) - The signing of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) and the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) after years of negotiations marked an important milestone in bilateral commercial, economic and investment links between Vietnam and the European Union. The agreements will help promote the current strong partnership to a new unprecedented height for the benefits of the peoples and economies of Vietnam and the EU once it is fully implemented. Vietnam Economic News’ Nguyen Huong talked with EU Ambassador to Vietnam Giorgio Aliberti on the occasion of the 2020 Lunar New Year.

Coffee sector wakes up to value of processed, organic brands

08:37 | 04/02/2020 Trade

(VEN) - Despite an average drop of 20 percent in coffee export prices and revenue, the prices of organic and processed coffee are still sustainable and there’s even a shortage of supplies for export. To offset the drop in green coffee export prices, Vietnam’s coffee sector is targeting development of high quality brands. Vietnam Economic News’ Phuong Lan spoke about this shift with the Chairman of the Vietnam Coffee and Cocoa Association (Vicofa) Luong Van Tu.

When the yellow camellia blooms: Program enhances local specialties

10:20 | 03/02/2020 Society

(VEN) - The “One Commune One Product” (OCOP) program is an innovative concept helping to enhance Vietnamese agricultural products by developing internal resources and sustainable value chains. It is also seen as a good platform to develop brands of local specialties.

Phu Quoc, an island paradise of rapid tourism development

09:05 | 02/02/2020 Society

(VEN) - Phu Quoc, which is dubbed the pearl island, has undergone a major transformation in just a few years to become one of the hottest holiday destinations in Vietnam.

Wood exports branch out to new markets, exceed target

09:32 | 31/01/2020 Trade

(VEN) - Vietnam’s wood exports crossed the US$11 billion milestone at the end of 2019, overcoming various limitations to gain footholds in numerous markets around the world.

Vietnam celebrates economic achievements, strives to do even better

08:55 | 31/01/2020 Society

(VEN) - Vietnam continued its reforms and innovation in 2019, building a friendlier, more transparent and lower-cost business environment despite increasing global volatility and uncertainty. Vietnam Economic News’ Thu Phuong & Ca Huong heard economists’ assessments of Vietnam’s achievements.

SBV takes credit for stability, record foreign reserves

09:07 | 30/01/2020 Economy

(VEN) - The banking sector played an important role in Vietnam’s economic achievements of the past year, helping the country reach gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 7.02 percent and fulfill targeted macroeconomic indicators. Flexible monetary and exchange rate policies created an impetus for the development of commercial banks and the economy, while improving investor confidence.

Vietnam embraces science and technology

14:34 | 29/01/2020 Science - Technology

(VEN) - Science and technology (sci-tech) have increasingly been related to development goals, contributing to the competitive capacity of enterprises and the economy.

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Investment surges in Bac Ninh Province

13:00 | 01/04/2023 FDI

(VEN) - In February 2023, foreign direct investment (FDI) in Bac Ninh Province continued to soar, almost doubling the number of projects and tripling the registered capital. Various business promotion plans are expected to help the small province just east of Hanoi achieve breakthrough investment attraction throughout the year.

Vietnam wins 17 prizes at International Robothon 2023

06:00 | 01/04/2023 Science - Technology

The Vietnamese team won 17 prizes at the International Robothon 2023 held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on March 26.

Vietnam welcomes back Chinese tourists

06:00 | 01/04/2023 Tourism

(VEN) - China is piloting the second phase of group tours to Vietnam, which is expected to facilitate the recovery and development of bilateral tourism cooperation in the post-pandemic period.

National Tourism Year 2023 kicks off in Bình Thuận

06:00 | 01/04/2023 Tourism

The 'Bình Thuận-Green Convergence' themed programme seeks to drive green growth and promote tourism development through collaboration with other economic sectors for sustainable progress.

Hà Nội seeks support from World Heritage Centre in restoration of Kính Thiên Palace

06:00 | 01/04/2023 Culture

Hà Nội has received great attention and help from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) in cultural conservation and development.

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.

Vietnam adopts high integration standards

06:00 | 25/03/2023 Companies

(VEN) - Given Vietnam’s increased integration into the global marketplace, domestic producers are being urged to meet standards beyond those expected of high-quality Vietnamese products.

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.

Understanding UK trade remedies

06:00 | 17/03/2023 Vietnam and other regions

(VEN) - The UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA), which entered into force on 1 January 2021, has become a two-way highway promoting bilateral trade. However, increasing protectionism trends make it important for Vietnam and its business sector to understand UK regulations on trade remedies and dispute settlement.

Vietnam amends intellectual property law

06:00 | 24/03/2023 Vietnam and other regions

(VEN) - Vietnam’s newly amended Intellectual Property Law has gone into force, bringing the country in line with international best practices.

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ha no i seeks support from world heritage centre in restoration of ki nh thien palace

Hà Nội seeks support from World Heritage Centre in restoration of Kính Thiên Palace

06:00 | 01/04/2023 Culture

Hà Nội has received great attention and help from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) in cultural conservation and development.

national tourism year 2023 kicks off in binh thuan

National Tourism Year 2023 kicks off in Bình Thuận

06:00 | 01/04/2023 Tourism

The 'Bình Thuận-Green Convergence' themed programme seeks to drive green growth and promote tourism development through collaboration with other economic sectors for sustainable progress.

Oscar dream

09:05 | 28/03/2023 Video

Witness the inspiring story of Vietnamese director Hà Lệ Diệm and her documentary 'Children of the Mist’. Despite facing several challenges, Diễm shot and edited the film in just four years with a borrowed camera and minimal training. Her incredible talent has earned her multiple prizes at international film festivals, and was even short-listed for the Oscars this year.

Vietnam remains world’s second-largest coffee exporter

08:55 | 28/03/2023 Infographic

Vietnam remained the second-largest coffee exporter in the world from February 2021 to January 2022, according to the International Coffee Organisation.

Ha Long Bay, Cu Chi Tunnels among ten adventurous tourism places in Southeast Asia

07:00 | 25/03/2023 Infographic

The travel magazine The Travel has listed Ha Long Bay in the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh and Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City among the ten must-visit epic and adventurous places in Southeast Asia.

Policy

Vietnam objects to Taiwan’s live-fire drills in Ba Binh

19:10 | 31/03/2023 Policy

Vietnam resolutely opposes to and demands Taiwan (China) to cancel live-fire drills in the waters around Ba Binh (Itu Aba) belonging to Vietnam’s Truong Sa (Spratly), vice spokesperson of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang said on March 31.

E-visa stay period may be extended to 90 days

18:09 | 27/03/2023 Policy

The Ministry of Public Security has recently proposed that e-visa holders might be able to stay in Viet Nam for up to 90 days instead of the current 30 days.

New legal documents in first half of March 2023

06:00 | 23/03/2023 Policy

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

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%.

Industry & Trade

HCM City to host international paper, coatings, rubber, and plastic expos

09:29 | 29/03/2023 Industry

Four international exhibitions, Paper Vietnam, Rubber and Tyre Vietnam, Coatings Expo Vietnam, and Plastech Vietnam, will be held in HCM City from June 14 to 16.

Bac Kan produce takes off

10:00 | 26/03/2023 Industry promotion

(VEN) - Efficient trade promotion has helped agricultural and unique products of the northern province of Bac Kan reach foreign markets, including the Czech Republic and Japan, among others.

Bac Giang develops rural industrial exports

07:00 | 25/03/2023 Industry promotion

(VEN) - The northern province of Bac Giang has become an industrial development center in recent years, with industry making a growing contribution to the provincial gross regional domestic product (GRDP). However, many rural industrial establishments in Bac Giang remain small-scaled and lack investment capital, equipment, machinery and technology, limiting production capacity, product quality, competitiveness, and domestic and foreign market expansion.

Ocean dialogue dicusses offshore renewable energy potential

09:53 | 24/03/2023 Energy

Offshore renewable energy was the centre of discussion at the 10th Ocean Dialogue in the central province of Khanh Hoa on March 23.

Investment

Investment surges in Bac Ninh Province

13:00 | 01/04/2023 FDI

Vietnam's retail market proves attractive for foreign investors

09:21 | 29/03/2023 FDI

Vietnam is becoming an attractive retail market for companies all over the world with many regional and global FDI investors recently announcing plans to increase capital and expand distribution networks here.

Asian investors increasingly keen on Vietnam

13:00 | 26/03/2023 FDI

(VEN) - Vietnam is considered a promising destination for investment from Asia, as evidenced by the increasing operations of multinational corporations.

India introduces pharmaceutical industry' opportunities to potential Vietnamese investors

19:54 | 23/03/2023 Vietnam and other regions

Invest India, the National Investment Promotion & Facilitation Agency, had networking hybrid meet in Ho Chi Minh City, introducing investment opportunities in Indian pharmaceutical industry to potential Vietnamese investors.

Finance-Banking

Decree 08, a magic wand for corporate bonds?

06:00 | 30/03/2023 Finance-Banking

(VEN) - Economists believe the newly issued government decree on the private issuance of corporate bonds will have a positive impact on the corporate bond market.

Foreign investors expand consumer finance business in Vietnam

09:08 | 29/03/2023 Finance-Banking

Large foreign financial groups have actively penetrated the Vietnamese consumer finance market, which has significantly helped accelerate the digitalisation of the country’s financial services.

Stock market violations to face stricter sanctions

07:10 | 26/03/2023 Stock Market

The State Securities Commission (SSC) will review the Law on Securities and related decrees to complete the legal framework, and strengthen sanctions for violations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of investors.

Vietnam to develop policies to adapt to global minimum tax

07:05 | 23/03/2023 Finance-Banking

Vietnam will adjust investment policies to adapt to the global minimum tax rate and remain an attractive destination for investment.

Environment

COP28 President-Designate to speak at Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue Conference

16:21 | 29/03/2023 Environment

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President-Designate, will visit Berlin to give a keynote speech at the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue Conference 2023 (BETD) and meet with senior leaders and ministers from across the world. During the BETD, Dr. Al Jaber will repeat his call for governments, the private sector and civil society to work together for swift and ambitious action to reduce global emissions and progress the energy transition.

Turning coffee grounds into energy

13:00 | 27/03/2023 Environment

(VEN) - Turning coffee grounds into biomass energy has helped the Nestlé Vietnam Co., Ltd save VND40-50 billion a year.

Vietnam saves 298,000 kWh during Earth Hour 2023

10:48 | 27/03/2023 Environment

With lights turned off for one hour starting 8:30 pm on March 25 in response to the 2023 Earth Hour campaign, Vietnam saved 298,000 kWh of electricity equivalent to about 555.6 million VND (23,617 USD), according to the Vietnam Electricity (EVN)’s National Load Dispatch Center.

The value of wood scraps for business

13:00 | 25/03/2023 Environment

(VEN) - Reusing scraps derived from most stages of wood exploitation and processing will increase business profits by two to three percent.

Science - Technology

Vietnam wins 17 prizes at International Robothon 2023

06:00 | 01/04/2023 Science - Technology

The Vietnamese team won 17 prizes at the International Robothon 2023 held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on March 26.

Vietnam, US cultivate sci-tech, innovation cooperation

06:00 | 30/03/2023 Science - Technology

Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui The Duy held a working session in Hanoi on March 23 with a business delegation of the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) led by the council's President and CEO Ted Osius who were on a working visit to Vietnam from March 21-23.

A321neo: Breakthrough technology saves fuel consumption up to 20%

15:37 | 29/03/2023 Science - Technology

A321neo: Breakthrough technology saves fuel consumption up to 20%

AI to fuel development of modern agriculture workshop

10:19 | 28/03/2023 Science - Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) has an important role to play in the development of modern and sustainable agriculture as it will help with farm automation and optimisation, from weather forecasting, plant and livestock health monitoring to product quality improvement, heard a workshop in Hanoi on March 23.