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Multidimensional poverty rate to reduce to 2.93 per cent at end of 2023

The multidimensional poverty rate in Vietnam will reduce to 2.93 per cent in 2023, a drop of 1.1 percentage points compared to last year, according to the Government’s report on the implementation of the national programme on sustainable poverty reduction.

Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 14:02:00

VIB raises $280 million and cements its international capital market reputation

Vietnam International Commercial Joint-Stock Bank (VIB) has successfully closed a medium-long-term syndicated loan worth $280 million.

Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 14:02:00

Vietnam receives credit-rating upgrade from Fitch Ratings

Vietnam has received a sovereign credit rating upgrade from Fitch Ratings from 'BB' to 'BB+' with a stable outlook.

Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 14:02:00

Stakeholders join hands to raise awareness of forest protection

The Central Youth Union Council collaborated with the Forest Protection Department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Suntory Holdings, Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam, and the Centre for Sustainable Development Education to organise its first training and field trip programme on forest, water, and environmental protection on December 6-7.

Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 14:02:00

Ba Ria-Vung Tau goes beyond 2023 expectations

The southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau has posted its impressive achievements for the year to date, mirrored by extraordinary growth figures across the board.

Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 14:02:00

Four Singaporean groups receive investment licences in Binh Duong

Binh Duong People's Committee has granted investment certificates to four Singaporean enterprises with the total investment capital of nearly $182 million.

Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 14:01:00

Green credit now a business necessity

Stakeholders highlighted the need for green capital and identified key issues for expanding green credit and finance at a seminar last week.

Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 14:01:00

Banks grasp practicalities of open API

Some Vietnamese lenders are increasingly adopting open API technology to enhance the customer experience and streamline services, amidst rising concerns over cybersecurity in the open banking ecosystem.