VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 29

Online Friday 2021 to open on December 3

Hue imperial palace receives multi-million-dollar renovation

A grand renovation of the Thai Hoa Palace in the imperial city of Hue has just began, to the tune of millions of dollars. 

Distinguished doctor receives award from World Stroke Association for his research

After selling property to pay for his education in the United States, Associate Professor Nguyen Huy Thang was seen as a "mad person" for turning down a large salary to work later at a state-run hospital in Vietnam.

Farmers become millionaires thanks to smart agriculture

Vietnam wants sustainable agricultural growth. This requires added value from production, processing, market development as well as a digital economy and smart agriculture.

Vietnam urged to improve policies for effective implementation of EVFTA

EuroCham is committed to supporting the Vietnamese Government in setting up a sustainable development roadmap to bring better investment opportunities in the future for the business communities of the two sides, he added.

 

'Unsung heroes' help transport mothers, newborn babies back to their hometowns during COVID-19 outbreak

As someone who often takes part in many charitable activities, Nguyen Dinh Ba, chairman of the Vietnam Red Cross Society chapter at Quang Trung College in HCM City, wanted to do something to help others during the fourth COVID-19 wave this summer.

Room remains for Vietnamese processed fruit and veggie exports

Processed fruits and vegetables will continue to enjoy strong growth potential thanks to their convenience and long preservation time.  

HCM City to support kindergartens in areas with industrial parks

The HCM City Department of Education and Training plans to offer financial assistance to students and teachers in preschool education in areas with industrial parks.

HCM City to streamline administrative procedures to improve business climate

HCM City will continue to streamline administrative procedures in an aim to improve the business climate and ensure people’s rights and obligations as part of its ongoing urban administration pilot project. 

Valuable lessons learned from urban railway delays

Most urban railway projects in Vietnam are behind schedule, resulting in an increased need for investment capital.

Student dies after receiving COVID-19 vaccine

The health department of the northern province Bac Giang on Sunday confirmed that one among the four students hospitalised due to serious anaphylactic shock reactions to COVID-19 vaccinations has died.

Central Highlands faces shortage of labourers for coffee harvest

The Central Highlands region has entered the coffee harvest season and is facing a shortage of labourers amid travel restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Students’ art project preserves traditional water puppetry

A new art project preserving traditional Vietnamese water puppetry created by students in HCM City has been launched.  

Abstract painting exhibition ponders natural disaster

Artist Nguyen Ngoc Phuong has opened an exhibition 'Niệm' (Opinion) in Hanoi, showcasing his lacquer paintings that were inspired by the historic flooding in the central region.

President Nguyen Xuan Phuc active in Switzerland

President Nguyen Xuan Phuc received Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in Geneva on November 28 (local time) as part of his official visit to Switzerland. ​

Channels opening up to mobilise long-term capital

Government bonds may be a good measure to mobilise funds for the economic recovery plan. However, businesses may find it difficult to borrow capital in foreign currency from banks.

Vietnam, ASEAN countries meet to discuss 5G network plans

Many ASEAN countries are planning for 5G network frequencies. Each country has its own choice, so policymakers are looking for solutions to harmonize the spectrum in the region.

Unusual situation requires extraordinary solutions

Vietnam faces the risk of not fulfilling its growth targets. The situation requires extraordinary efforts and solutions.

Ambassador: Vietnam-Russia ties loyal, close

Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi has highlighted Vietnam – Russia ties as well as the significance of the upcoming Russia visit by President Nguyen Xuan Phuc from November 29 – December 2.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 28

Vietnam Design Week to nurture creativity from traditional culture

Saigonese take up archery, stand-up paddleboarding following lockdown

Social isolation in HCM City has sparked interest in archery which improves focus and patience and rowing SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) which allows people to enjoy a riverside picnic.

Black Friday 2021: the saddest sales day ever

Advertising banners with discounts from 50-70% are hung in front of doors but the number of customers visiting fashion stores in Hanoi was very modest during the biggest sale campaign of the year.

Unemployment not as stressful as workload backlog post-lockdown

The labor market mostly recovered when Covid-19 cooled down and as a result, it has been difficult for many firms to gather employees.

Vietnamese interact regularly on e-commerce fanpages

According to iPrice’s research on user participation in social media on the Top 3 multi-industry e-commerce Facebook pages, the percentage of Vietnamese users interacting on the pages accounted for 36%.

Registration fees for domestically manufactured and assembled cars to be cut by 50%

According to Decree 103 issued by the Government on November 26, the first-paid registration fee for cars manufactured and assembled locally will be reduced by 50% from December 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022.