Remittance inflows expected to quench real estate sector’s thirst for capital

Amid a “thirst” for capital of real estate businesses, the strong inflow of remittances is expected to heat up the market again, held insiders.

Vietnam launches national Halal Certification Authority

HALCERT, operating under QUACERT, will oversee certification activities and facilitate discussions, training and international cooperation in the Halal sector.

Ministry warns about frauds when doing trade with partners in UAE

The Asia – African Market Department under the Ministry of Industry and Trade on Wednesday sent a warning about signs of frauds related to shipments imported from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Vietnam lose to Uzbekistan in Futsal Asian Cup quarters

Despite the loss, the hopes for qualification into the 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup are not over, as Việt Nam will have another chance in a qualification play-off round.

Keeping CPI low key to inflation control this year

Vietnam's CPI must stay within the upward 0.26-0.39 per cent range for the rest of the year to keep inflation within 4.0-4.5 per cent in 2024.

Top 500 fastest growing enterprises 2024 announced

A ceremony to announce the list of the top 500 fastest growing enterprises in Vietnam (FAST500) and Top 5 and Top 10 real estate - construction - building materials companies in 2024 was held by the Vietnam Report JSC on April 25.

Report flags more than 1,000 locations posing risk of railway accidents

There are still 1,087 potential points of risk for railway traffic accidents along the North-South railway route, according to the latest report from the Ministry of Transport.

Supporters follow, encourage futsal team with love

The national futsal team of Vietnam have been doing good job at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup where they also receive strong support of Vietnamese people living in Thailand.

Vietnamese contemporary ballet celebrates Europe Day

The ballet is a combination of European classical music and Vietnamese cultural nuances expressed through contemporary ballet language.

Saigon Chess Club Tournament offers unique board game experience

The second Saigon Chess Club Tournament will take place at the luxurious Sofitel Saigon Plaza on May 5 in HCM City.

Vietnam emerges as fastest growing digital economy in ASEAN

Vietnam has become a leading market for the digital industry for both local and international players.

VAT overhaul to boost agriculture prospects

Vietnam is set to revise its existing Law on Value-Added Tax with a reclassification of products in areas like agriculture and fisheries, with the hopes of making them more favourable in performance.

Inspections strengthened to crack down on illegal coaches during holidays

The Vietnam Road Administration has sent a document to the Departments of Transport of provinces and cities to ensure traffic order and safety during the Reunification Day, and Labor Day holidays on April 30 and May 1.

Drought at peak dry season impacts over 20,000ha of farmland

About 20,090ha of farmland and over 2,600 households have been hit by drought and water scarcity in the Central Region, Central Highlands, and Northeastern Regions, which are now in the peak period of the 2023 - 2024 dry season.

Carnaval Ha Long 2024 woos visitors with fireworks show on sea

For the first time, a floating stage will be formed off the Bai Chay beach with about 200 vessels. Besides fireworks, the event will also feature drone and LED displays.

The story of mung bean pudding from Tu Yen Village

’Chè kho’ was an ideal ration for the troops because it could be easily stored for 10-15 days without spoiling.

LNG-fired power too expensive, pricing problems remain unsettled

LNG-fired power is seen as a good solution to emission reductions because power plants running on LNG generate 50 percent fewer CO2 emissions than one burning coal. But production costs will be high, VND2,400-2,800/kwh.

HCMC kindergarten class suspended from operation for child abuse

The perpetrator of the child abuse was L.T.B.N., who is also the owner of this kindergarten class.

Inspection commission examines violations by some Party organisations, officials

The Inspection Commission of the Party Central Committee convened its 40th meeting in Hanoi on April 23-24.

Shopee, Lazada, TikTok earn trillions of VND from beauty, skincare products

The total retail revenue of the five largest e-commerce platforms in Vietnam (Shopee, Lazada, Tiki, Sendo and Tiktok Shop), reached VND71 trillion in the first quarter of 2024. A large proportion of revenue came from skincare products.

Auction for gold bullion to continue on April 25

Another bidding session for 16,800 taels of gold bullion will be held on April 25, the State Bank of Vietnam said in a statement.

Vietnam to launch new satellite as Vinasat-1 operation expires

Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung has instructed the Authority of Radio Frequency Management (ARFM) and VNPT to submit plans to launch new satellites to replace Vinasat-1.

CAAV requests airlines to increase flights on domestic routes during holidays

The booking rates on flights from Hanoi and HCM City to localities had mostly reached over 75 per cent on the first day of the official holiday, April 27.

Heavy showers, hail hit Lao Cai

The hailstones measured 2-3cm, some as large as hen’s eggs.

Vietnam Business News April 24/2024

HCM City seeks to draw remittances in infrastructure