Lifting barriers to international tourism

Since Vietnam resumed international tourism in mid-March this year, foreign tourist arrivals have increased steadily.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JUNE 13

Five-month fruit and vegetable export turnover reaches 1.4 billion USD

Urban flooding in HCM City exceeding forecast

Only a few 30-minute downpours at the beginning of the rainy season have left Ho Chi Minh City surrounded by water. It seems that urban flooding here is more serious than estimate.

Traffic assessment imperative for hi-rise projects

The HCMC government has recently approved a proposal by the Department of Transportation requiring new construction projects to do a traffic impact assessment before getting a construction permit.

Vietnam allocates over US$15 billion for Covid-19 fight in 2020-2021

Since 2020, Vietnam has faced four outbreaks of Covid-19, for which the government has mobilized resources to help businesses and people overcome the impacts of the pandemic.

Seaport stocks – shelter for investors during corrections

When investors regain their composure, smart money will be poured into the stocks of companies with positive business prospects in the near future.

The ‘race’ of foreign retailers in Vietnam

If the growth rate is maintained at a high level, Vietnam's retail market may reach US$200 billion in the next two years, experts have said.

Calum Scott releases music video featuring Vietnamese singer

Seven years after stunning Britain's Got Talent with the hit Dancing on my own, Calum Scott's sensational vocals have reached Vietnam with the music video Heaven featuring Vietnamese singer Hoang Duyen.

Vietnam needs legal framework for digital banking

The current global digitalised economy will give rise to new business models that will compete, support, or even cause traditional business models to completely shut down.

Queens of Miss Universe pageants join Miss Universe Vietnam 2022’s final night

Miss Universe Vietnam 2022’s climax night will be joined by guests of honor of Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu, President of the Miss Universe Organization Paula Shugart and CEO at the Miss Universe Organization Amy Emmerich.

Foreigners in HCM City encouraged to bond with neighborhoods

Welcoming a large quantity of foreigners for work, Ho Chi Minh City is trying to help them create a strong bond with this temporary place to live via chances for them to take part in community activities.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (June 13-19)

Upcoming entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from June 13 to 19, 2022.

Payment via bank transfer: compulsory for real estate transaction, ministry proposes

The Ministry of Finance has proposed a regulation be brought in to ensure payments for all real estate transactions are carried out via bank...

Vietnam to improve institutions to attract foreign investment

In view of the important contributions of investment capital to the local economy, Viet Nam needs immediate solutions to attract more FDI and strengthen its sources, according to experts.

Weathering the storm, Vietnam economy remains stable among uncertainties

The building of an independent and self-reliant economy associated with extensive international integration needs to start from businesses, especially private ones, in order to increase resilience and improve internal forces.

Vietnam out of U23 Asian Cup after losing to Saudi Arabia

Vietnam's journey to AFC U23 Asian Cup glory ended on June 12 at the quarter-final stage, after a 0-2 loss to Saudi Arabia.

Nuclear option weighed up for energy ambitions

Vietnam’s growing demand for energy in service of rapid socioeconomic development and materialising its ambitious dream of achieving net-zero emissions have once again triggered a need to develop nuclear power, which would require thorough analysis.

Will a ‘debt bomb’ explode as VND230 trillion worth of bonds reach maturity?

From now to the end of 2022, the number of corporate bonds to reach maturity will increase, estimated at tens of thousands of dong each month.

Kickstarting upgrades to worker’s housing

The high concentration of industrial zones in big cities has attracted a huge number of workers from rural areas. However, improving their living conditions has become a huge problem that local authorities must deal with.

Macadamia nuts bring high profits for Vietnamese farmers

Farmers in northern provinces are getting richer thanks to macadamia nuts. Some businesses from Dubai have offered to work with them to do big business.

Spicy ‘banh mi’: A speciality of Hai Phong

Among the different versions of ‘banh mi’ available in Vietnam, the ‘banh mi cay’ (spicy ‘banh mi’) of Hai Phong may be the humblest, consisting of just a baguette, some pate and a squeeze of local chilli sauce.

Bus rapid transit worsens traffic congestion in Hanoi

Bus rapid transit (BRT), designed to ease traffic jams, has worsened congestion in some cases in Hanoi.

Nemo clownfish successfully bred in Nha Trang

Scientists at Nha Trang Institute of Oceanography said they have successfully bred Nemo clownfish for the first time.

Real estate firms complain about lack of credit access

While real estate firms complain that they cannot access bank loans, bankers say that they are still providing loans as usual.

PM speaks with labourers, addresses work-related concerns

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính on Sunday spoke with more than 4,500 workers nationwide and discussed their opinions on a number of work-related issues.