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Is US dollar’s longer-term downtrend is in play?

The US dollar remains on the back foot and, while there could be some short-term relief as the US Administration starts to agree trade deals, many analysts believe that a longer-term downtrend is now in play.

Thu, May 01, 2025, 16:13:00

Will EV dominate the Vietnamese market?

With the targets set by businesses, it is forecasted that electric vehicles (EVs) will account for about one-third of car sales in 2025, aiming to dominate the Vietnam automotive market.

Thu, May 01, 2025, 16:13:00

Why is Vietnam overtaking Thailand as a favorite destination for Indian travelers?

Breathtaking landscapes, increasingly upscale tourism infrastructure, globally recognized cuisine, and an expanding network of direct flights are the reasons Vietnam is steadily surpassing Thailand as the go-to destination in Southeast Asia for travelers from the Indian subcontinent.

Thu, May 01, 2025, 16:13:00

Ho chi minh city Prioritizing Investment Attraction and Business Growth

Over the past 50 years, Ho Chi Minh City has affirmed its role as an economic locomotive and a central contributor to overall national development. As an economic, cultural and scientific and technological center, the city has constantly strived to attract investment capital and develop businesses.

Thu, May 01, 2025, 16:13:00

Prime Minister sets bold goals for innovation and tech

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh sees digital transformation, science and technology, and innovation as the keys to Vietnam's future.

Thu, May 01, 2025, 16:13:00

Dong Nai Fostering Supportive Government for Business Breakthroughs

After half a century of development, Dong Nai’s business community has become stronger, making significant contributions to the province’s overall development. During this process, the provincial government has prioritized administrative reform, business environment improvement, and competitiveness enhancement. On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South, National Reunification and the liberation of Dong Nai province (1975-2025), which is also an opportunity to look back on local business development journey, Mr. Vo Tan Duc, Chairman of the Dong Nai Provincial People's Committee, grants an exclusive interview to this effect to our reporter.

Thu, May 01, 2025, 16:08:00

Japan’s economy is renormalizing after decades of flirting with deflation

Japan’s economy has clearly improved: Real gross domestic product was up 1.1% from a year earlier in the last quarter of 2024—a significant rebound from the 0.7% year-ago contraction posted in the first and second quarters of the same year. Stronger wage growth has aided household spending. Meanwhile, business investment and government spending have also supported growth. In addition, the frontloading of purchases ahead of US tariffs boosted the country’s trade balance.

Thu, May 01, 2025, 08:06:00