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Exports grow significantly in first quarter

At the end of first Quarter in 2021, exports of goods recorded a remarkable growth compared to many countries in the region with 11 items reaching turnover of over US$1 billion. However, it is forecasted that commodity exports will continue to face many difficulties when the supply chain is interrupted, input costs such as logistics, imported raw materials increase.

Fri, Apr 16, 2021, 06:45:00

Vietnam Railways pleads for government funding as staff remain unpaid

Vietnam Railways owes its 11,300 workers four months’ salaries due to a funding delay by the government, and fears this could cause many to quit.

Fri, Apr 16, 2021, 06:37:00

Vietnam eyes $4 bln in shrimp exports

Vietnam targets a 5 percent increase in shrimp exports this year to $4 billion.

Thu, Apr 15, 2021, 08:34:00

Coffee exports fall by over 11 percent in Q1

Vietnam exported 428,000 tonnes of coffee worth 771 million USD in the first quarter of 2021, down 17 percent in volume and 11.3 percent in value year on year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD).

Thu, Apr 15, 2021, 08:31:00

Best selling cars in Q1

Hyundai Accent, Mitsubishi Xpander and VinFast Fadil were the top three cars in terms of sales in the first quarter, accounting for a combined 13,500 units.

Thu, Apr 15, 2021, 08:28:00

Hanoi sparkles with nocturnal serenity

Many tourist attractions and high-rises across Hanoi, all lit up at night, display a calm serenity.

Thu, Apr 15, 2021, 08:18:00

Customs seizes more than 1,000 pairs of shoes, slippers showing sign of faking NIKE brand

Customs Enforcement Team No. 1 (Quang Ninh Customs Department) has tackled several cases of transporting footwear and cosmetics showing signs of counterfeiting NIKE brand.

Thu, Apr 15, 2021, 08:16:00

VN-Index hits new peak as Masan, Hoa Phat shares rise

Vietnam’s benchmark VN-Index inched up 0.6 percent to 1,255.87 points Wednesday, reaching another new historic peak, led by Masan Group and Hoa Phat Group tickers.