Economic News

Vietnam’s tourism property market holds potential

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 16:11:00

Vietnam’s tourism real estate market has the potential for strong development, but utilities and services are needed to attract investors, heard a recent seminar organised by the Vietnam Real Estate Association (VNREA).

Restructuring of State apparatus key to wage reform: Deputy PM

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 16:09:00

The restructuring and streamlining of administrative apparatus and preparing the budget for the reformed salary project are key to wage reform.

Jeju Air launches direct flight to Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 16:05:00

South Korean budget airline Jeju Air launched Thursday a direct flight from Seoul to Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island in the southern Kien Giang Province.

Vietnam, India enhance closer cooperation in textile sector

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 16:02:00

The garment industry has called for investment in the underdeveloped textile, dyeing and fabric segments to meet the global supply chain demand, according to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS).

Quang Ngai exhibition proves Vietnam’s sovereignty over Hoang Sa, Truong Sa

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:59:00

An exhibition, entitled “Vietnam’s Hoang Sa, Truong Sa: historic and legal evidence”, opened in the central province of Quang Ngai on November 22.

Ministry seeks greater security for Saigon water plant

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:54:00

The Ministry of Public Security says police protection should be given to the Thu Duc water plant, a supplier of water to millions of households in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam seeks to improve human resources

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:52:00

Human resources are a key factor in a country’s success and progress. In its socio-economic development strategy until 2020, Vietnam pays special attention to human resource development.

Vietnam ranks seventh in APICTA Awards 2019

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:49:00

Vietnam has ranked seventh at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards 2019 (APICTA Awards 2019), the first ever of its kind held in Vietnam.

Viettel, VinSmart get approval for factories in Hanoi

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:46:00

The government has approved the construction of two new factories in Hanoi by state telecom giant Viettel and private smartphone producer VinSmart.

Policies for disadvantaged areas to narrow development gap

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:43:00

The National Assembly’s 8th session issued a resolution approving a Master Plan for socio-economic development in ethnic areas and other disadvantaged regions. The Master Plan has fine tuned policies on ethnicity to ensure fair development.

Vietnamese farmers: Opportunities and challenges in global integration

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:38:00

In recent years, Vietnam has signed several important trade agreements with major economic partners, notably the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).

Vietnam’s GDP expected to expand 7% in 2021-2025

Sat, 23 Nov 2019 17:39:00

Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) is projected to increase by 7% a year in the 2021-2025 period, according to the National Center for Socio-Economic Information and Forecast

Vietnam draws road map for increasing retirement age

Sat, 23 Nov 2019 17:38:00

Vietnam has drawn up a 14-year roadmap to increase retirement age in the country to 62 for men and 60 for women.

Vietbuild Hanoi int’l exhibition 2019 to kick off

Sat, 23 Nov 2019 17:36:00

The Vietbuild Hanoi International Exhibition 2019, themed “Real Estate – Interior, Exterior Décor – Architecture – Construction – Construction Materials”, will be underway from November 27 – December 1, with nearly 1,600 stalls by over 40 firms from 22 countries and territories taking part.

US retailer Ace Hardware enters Vietnam

Sat, 23 Nov 2019 17:35:00

The 2,500-meter Ace Home Center, located in Saigon, will have 10,000 products in several categories including household, furniture, tools and outdoors.