VSA calls for technical barriers on steel imports

The Vietnam Steel Association (VSA) has proposed the Government set up technical barriers and quality inspection procedures for steel imports into Vietnam.

Most of storms to affect Vietnam in Aug-Oct

Most storms and tropical depressions have been forecasted to affect the East Sea and Vietnam between August and October.

91% of German businesses keen to expand investment in Vietnam

Approximately 91% of German financiers expressed a keen interest in pouring further investment and expanding their business activities in the Vietnamese market, according to the survey conducted by the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK).

Natural disasters leave 49 dead over six-month period

Natural disasters hitting localities throughout Vietnam had left 49 dead and 36 missing over the past six months, reported the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD).

Feast of Hanoi delicacies through paintings

The event showcases the best culinary drawings, taking visitors on an exciting, unique culinary journey through fine art.

EC sets to visit Vietnam in October for checking IUU implementation

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development yesterday held a press conference to review its activities implementation in the first six months of the year.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JULY 7/2023

EU considered potential destination for Vietnamese rice

Guidance necessary for the new VAT plan

Businesses are expecting another VAT reduction of 2 per cent from this month, along with clear guidance documents to ensure favourable implementation.

The world's most beautiful fishing village on Ha Long Bay sinking

Named in the top most beautiful fishing villages in the world, Cua Van on Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh Province has been seriously degraded.

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Vietnam emerging as Southeast Asia's new tourist hot spot

ICT revenue drops on struggling economy

Revenue from the communications and information industry saw a significant drop in the first half of this year due to the difficult global and domestic economic situation, according to the Ministry of Information and Communications.

Outdated PIT weighs on those struggling to make ends meet in major cities

It is urgent for Vietnam to amend the regulations on personal income tax (PIT), which have proven to be outdated and weighing on people, especially those struggling to make ends meet in major cities.

Draft mechanism for rooftop solar power is unattractive: MPI

Commenting about the draft on rooftop solar power submitted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT), the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) says the tentative mechanism won’t encourage the development of green power as expected.

Vietnam Airlines shares to be restricted from trading

HVN shares of Vietnam Airlines will only be traded in the afternoon session from July 17 due to the carrier’s delay in submitting its audited financial statement for 2022.

Vietnam emerging as new tourist hot spot in Southeast Asia

German newswire Deutsche Welle recently published an article, highlighting the nation as a popular destination among travelers to Asia as tourism rebounds following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Shared infrastructure helps telcos cut costs, increase service quality

Passive telecommunication infrastructure sharing has helped save investment costs for telecom carriers.

Finance Ministry to inspect 10 more insurance companies

The Ministry of Finance will conduct inspections of bancassurance activities at 10 more insurance companies until the end of the year, according to the Vietnam News Agency.

HSBC lowers Vietnamese GDP growth forecast to 5%

Despite Vietnam’s GDP in the second quarter rising by a higher-than-expected pace of 4.1% on-year, HSBC reduced the growth forecast for 2023 to 5.0% from the previous figure of 5.2% due to mounting broad-based challenges.

Vietnamese footballers honored by AFC

Vietnam's footballers Tuyet Dung and Huynh Nhu have been honoured on the website of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in the build up to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup which begins in late July.

Dating app swindlers break wallets, hearts

Dating app Tinder is tremendously popular in Vietnam, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. Although Tinder has been the catalyst for many love stories, some are using the app for reasons outside of finding the one.

In 5 months, Vietnam imported nearly US$500 million worth of meat

Vietnam spent a total of US$480.32 million on importing meat and meat products during the first five months of the year, representing a rise of 1.6% in volume but a fall of 9.1% in value compared to the same period from last year.

Vietnam to resume rapid economic growth over medium term: foreign media

Vietnam is expected to resume rapid economic growth over the medium-term economic outlook, and this “rising star” will be one of the fastest growing emerging markets in Asia, some foreign newswires have said.

Hanoi to offer public bicycle service from September

From September, people in Hanoi can enjoy public bicycle service at a cost from 5,000-10,000 VND (0.21-0.42 USD) for 30 minutes of use, Do Ba Dan, Chairman of Tri Nam Group, the investor in the project, said on July 5.

Torrential downpours severely affect northern areas

Torrential rains have killed four people and injured two others in the northern provinces of Ha Giang and Dien Bien in the last four days.

Blackpink tour organiser apologises over nine-dash line map

"We are aware of the need to respect the sovereignty and culture of all countries where iMe is present. iMe has quickly reviewed and committed to replacing inappropriate images for Vietnamese people," said Brian Chow, CEO of iMe.