Vietnam, Russia boost tourism cooperation
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 15:23:00
A memorandum of understanding on tourism cooperation for the 2019-2024 period has been signed between the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Federal Agency for Tourism (Rosturizm) of Russia.
PM asks for improvement in legal system amid Industry 4.0
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 14:46:00
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has underlined the need to accelerate the building of a digital government, digital administration and smart urban system, affirming that the application of new technologies will contribute to speeding up policy response and promptly detecting shortcomings in law enforcement.
Electronics firm in trouble over 'Originated in Vietnam' Chinese products
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 14:44:00
Vietnamese electronics firm Asanzo is in hot water over allegations it has been claiming Chinese imports as its own.
Vietnam, Laos continue to foster multifaceted cooperation
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 14:31:00
Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung and his Lao counterpart Sonexay Siphandone have agreed to continue giving top priority to promoting the sustainable development of bilateral cooperation, and promised to do their best for the effort.
Electronic imports from China hit US$5 billion
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 14:29:00
The import of electronic items and components, and computers from China experienced sharp annual growth of 80.8 per cent to reach US$5.05 billion during the first five months of 2019, according to Vietnam Customs.
VND1 trillion solar plant linked to national grid
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:59:00
A solar power plant valued at over VND1 trillion (US$43 million) in the southern province of Long An joined the national grid on June 23.
Deputy minister highlights fruitful 34th ASEAN Summit
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:57:00
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Quoc Dung, head of Vietnam’s ASEAN senior officials’ meeting delegation, gave an interview to the media about the outcomes of the just-concluded 34th ASEAN Summit in Bangkok.
Electronics giant Foxconn mulls TV screen plant in Vietnam
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:54:00
The world’s biggest electronics contract manufacturer, Foxconn, is studying the possibility of setting up a $40-million TV screen production plant in northern Vietnam.
Saigon Innovation Hub joins ASEAN startup programme
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:53:00
The Saigon Innovation Hub (SIHUB) has been appointed by the government of Malaysia as the only representative of Vietnam to join the ASEAN startup programme.
Thai PM announces outcomes of 34th ASEAN Summit
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:51:00
Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha chaired an international press conference in Bangkok on June 23 to make known the outcomes of the 34th ASEAN Summit.
In pictures: #Vietnam this week
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:36:00
Check out some of the most stunning Instagram photos of #Vietnam this week.
Airports Corporation of Vietnam aims for 9 percent expansion
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:33:00
The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) has targeted earning 19.1 trillion VND (820 million USD) in revenue and 8.2 trillion VND (355 million USD) in pre-tax profit in 2019, representing year-on-year increases of 7 percent and 9 percent.
PM concludes trip to attend 34th ASEAN Summit in Thailand
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:31:00
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc, his spouse and a high-level Vietnamese delegation arrived in Hanoi on June 23 afternoon, wrapping up their attendance at the 34th ASEAN Summit in Bangkok at the invitation of Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha
AEON to build one more mall in Hanoi
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:30:00
Japanese retail giant AEON will build a $280 million mall in Hanoi, the government portal has reported.
Vietnam, EU partnership prospects bright: German experts
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:28:00
The development potential for trade partnership between Vietnam and the EU is bright thanks to abundant opportunities brought by the soon-to-be-signed EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), according to a German expert.
Concerns persist over taxation of foreign e-commerce firms
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:26:00
The passing of the amended Law on Tax Management by the National Assembly is expected to improve the taxation on e-commerce activities.
Vietnam wants ASEAN to take note of threats against fishers in South China Sea
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:24:00
Vietnam has called on ASEAN to pay attention to events occurring in the South China Sea, including the intimidation of fishermen and militarization.
Slick action required by developers
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:22:00
As conflicts between high-rise apartment developers and their residents increase, some developers are struggling to improve their professionalism in building management.
