HCMC to borrow VND2.38 trillion for water environment improvement project

HCMC will borrow VND2.38 trillion from Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) to continue executing its water sanitation project, the HCMC People’s Council announced at a meeting on November 10.

Black credit leading people to dead end, with no escape from debt

Covid-19 has caused many people to lose jobs and has paved the way for black credit to emerge.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 12

 Banks ordered not to force customers to buy insurance

Google expansion stimulates Vietnamese digital transformation

Google expansion in most aspects has motivated the digital transformation in Vietnam, inspiring developers and regulators alike to take a slice from the huge funds flowing out of the country and into the wallet of the tech giant.

Plastic waste recycling needs improvement to prevent pollution

Nguyen Thi Huong, Head of the Hanoi Sub-department of Natural Resources and Environment's Environment Assessment talks on how to make traditional plastic waste recycling craft villages become cleaner and greener.

Futsal Vietnam to vie for World Cup berth

The Vietnamese national futsal team will compete in the 2020 AFC Futsal Championship finals which is scheduled to take place between March 23 and April 3, 2021, aiming to qualify for a place at the FIFA Futsal World Cup.

The need for talented people

The 13th Party Congress is an important milestone, which sets the future orientation, continues to accelerate the process of national renovation and international integration.

Pandemic causes bad debts to surge

Non-performing loans (NPLs) among commercial banks increased sharply in the first three quarters of this year due to the adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Favourable investment climate brings in FDI capital

Dong Nai has been among the leading localities in Vietnam in attracting foreign investment over recent years, with local authorities continuing to innovate and create a favourable investment environment.

Ancient French architectural works worth being visited in Hanoi

The Hanoi Opera House, Long Bien Bridge, the Post Office, among others, are the special historical landmarks of Hanoi.

Consumers in Asia-Pacific to benefit most from industry 4.0

Shifting businesses and enterprises into an intelligent and connected virtual space is no longer an option but a necessity to survive, primarily due to the added pressure brought about by the pandemic, a study by Deloitte said.

Vietnam prepares to cope with trade remedies by importing countries

The increase in Vietnam’s exports in recent years may prompt import countries to activate trade remedies against Vietnam’s products.

Hanoi's suburban districts need better planning

The urbanisation process in the outskirts of Hanoi is posing challenges in construction planning, including a lack of technical and social infrastructure, traffic congestion, floods and suspended projects.

NA adopts Resolution on 2021 socio-economic development plan

The 14th National Assembly adopted a Resolution on socio-economic development plans for 2021 during its 10th session in Hanoi on November 11.

Vietnam should have law on supporting industry: VCCI chairman

Vietnam needs to have a law on the supporting industry to aid its development, according to the chairman of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).

Eight border economic zones prioritized to receive investments

The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) is planning to name a list of eight border economic zones on priority for investment in 2021-2025, or one zone lower than the 2016-2020 period.

Cong Phuong finishes V.League 1 season as top local scorer

Local football star Cong Phuong has been named as the top Vietnamese goal scorer following the conclusion of the latest V.League 1 season.

Colombia, Cuba, South Africa join Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia

Colombia, Cuba and South Africa have joined the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) during the 37th ASEAN Summit and related meetings in Hanoi.

Storm Vamco heading to East Sea

Storm Vamco is moving towards the East Sea and is set to affect the central region of Vietnam, according to the National Centre for Hydrometeorology Forecasting.

Hundreds of households evacuated as flood rose in Binh Dinh

Hundreds of households had to leave their houses yesterday night as floods suddenly rose sharply in Binh Dinh Province's Quy Nhon City.

Storm Etau inundates, isolates urban areas in Phu Yen, Dak Lak

Storm Etau, the 12th hitting the East Sea this year, swept through the central region on November 10, bringing strong wind, heavy rains, causing widespread blackouts and isolated numerous urban areas in the region.

Shocking smuggling case: 51kg of gold carried across border to Vietnam

As gold prices in Vietnam are higher than international prices, smugglers are trying every possible way to slip gold into Vietnam to seek profits.

PM calls for a billion more trees

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc yesterday said he hoped a billion trees would be planted in Vietnam over the next five years.

Miss Vietnam finalists compete for Miss Fashion sub-title

The 35 beauties competing in the finals of Miss Vietnam 2020 gathered together in Vung Tau city on the evening of November 10 for the Miss Fashion sub-category as part of the pageant’s final round.