Tan Son Nhat projected to serve 900 flights this Tet

 The management board of Tan Son Nhat Airport in HCM City estimate that the airport will serve up to 900 flights a day this Tet Holiday.

Vietcombank seeks gov’t OK to ease foreign ownership cap in 2019

 As part of the process, the bank would reduce the state ownership to 65%.

Vietnam’s benchmark VN-Index projected to jump 18% in 2019: Bloomberg

 The high growth would come from stable economic growth and cheap valuation of Vn-Index.

Japan’s Asahi Group sets up JV to tap in Vietnam’s dairy market

 Vietnam has become an important market for Asahi Group, especially in nutritional products for children, said the group’s executive.

Korean investors make bigger influence in Vietnamese market

 Experts forecast South Korean investors will continue pouring more into the Vietnamese market by M&A or directly compete with local firms.

Car sales in Vietnam up 5.8% yoy in 2018

 Domestically assembled cars dominated Vietnam’s market in 2018, with sale number reaching 215,704 units in 2018, up 10.6% year-on-year, while imported completely-built-units (CBUs) were 72,979 units, down 6.2%, local media reported.

Explore 36 streets of Hanoi on a cyclo

 It’s almost certain that any visitor to the Old Quarter of Hanoi wants to experience the fun feeling while riding a cyclo around the 36 streets. 

Social News 14/1

VN strives to erase maternal transmission of HIV, hepatitis B, syphilis, Health care a highlight in Vietnam–Cuba cooperation, Fourth school traffic safety contest launched, Major pagoda in Hai Duong province gets upgrade

Vietnam improves animal farming quality

 Improving the quality and safety of animal husbandry products remains a major export priority in Vietnam.

ATF 2019 affirms Vietnam’s standing on regional and world stage: Minister

 The ASEAN Tourism Forum 2019 (ATF 2019) is taking place in Ha Long city, the northeastern province of Quang Ninh from January 14-18. Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Ngoc Thien talked about the event. 

Global smartphone sales fell for the first time ever in 2018. This year may be better

 The global market for smartphones is shrinking, and two of its biggest players are hurting badly.

Crop cultivation sector targets $21 bln in export this year

 The crop cultivation sector has set the goal of earning nearly 21 billion USD from farm produce export this year. 

Government News In Brief

 Party, State leader: Vietnam moves forward with firm foundations, PM discusses Bac Lieu province’s performance with local officials, PetroVietnam requested to regain growth engine role

Stress, cyberbullying of students: the dark side of the digital era

One out of every three students is a victim of cyberbullying in Vietnam, according to a study by Tran Van Cong from the University of Education, a member school of the Hanoi National University, and his co-workers.

Trump says he had 'great conversation' with Putin, calls media reports 'nonsense'

President Donald Trump blasted recent reports by The Washington Post and The New York Times that raised questions about his private meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and revealed an FBI investigation ...

Korea-Vietnam concert welcomes New Year 2019

 Well-known Vietnamese pianist Dang Thai Son will perform with the Korean Symphony Orchestra at a concert in the Hanoi Opera House on January 14’s night.

Vietnam a great place to ‘spend less, enjoy more’

 Indian magazine Bold Outline says Vietnam’s the most ideal place for adventurous travel that does not break the bank.

Vietnamese automobile sector accelerates economy in 2018

 Besides record-breaking achievements, the automobile industry was a growth highlight of Vietnam’s economy in 2018, particularly with the introduction of a made-in-Vietnam branded car.

Bird sanctuary stands out in Ca Mau

 Inside the Cultural Park of Ca Mau city lies a breath-taking bird garden, drawing thousands of visitors to the country’s southernmost province. However, increasing pollution has threatened the survival of the local environment.

The taste of home without the hard work

 VietNamNet Bridge – For times when life gets a little too much, HomeTaste is a small restaurant offering homely cooking and a chance to press the pause button with friends. 

Vietnam’s economy: qualitative changes needed

VietNamNet Bridge - For a small-scale economy, high growth rates will not be enough to create big value, according to economist Tran Dinh Thien.

Knorr targets double-digit growth in VN this year

 Unilever’s food brand Knorr said it targets double-digit growth in the Vietnamese market this year.

Alpha King’s new cultural hub opens in HCM City

 Property developer Alpha King Real Estate Development on Friday opened its sales centre and cultural hub in HCM City’s District 1.

State banks ask for Gov’t support to raise capital

 Four large State-owned banks asked the Government to allow them to either retain their profits or pay dividends in shares rather than cash until 2020 to raise capital, enabling them to meet Basel II standards as required by the central bank.

Hanoi FC to compete in Leo Pre-season Cup

 V.League 1 defending champions Hanoi FC will compete in the Thailand’s most prestigious pre-season tournament next week.