What did Chu Ngoc Anh do during his two years as Hanoi Mayor?

Chu Ngoc Anh was dismissed from the position of Chair of Hanoi People’s Committee on June 7. Several hours later, the Ministry of Public Security announced the arrest of Anh because of his involvement in the Viet A test kit scandal.

PM hosts visiting Indian defence minister

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh praised the cooperation between the defence ministries and armies of Vietnam and India while receiving visiting Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Hanoi on June 8.

Vietnam defeat Malaysia 2-0, advance to U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

Vietnam beat Malaysia 2-0 and advanced to the quarterfinals of the U23 Asian Cup, as in the other game of Group C, Thailand lost 0-1 to the Republic of Korea (RoK).

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JUNE 8

Gas platform’s output reaches 5 billion cu.m

Trade turnover surges over US$42 billion in five months

Vietnam’s total import-export value during the opening five months of the year reached US$306.16 billion, a rise of 16% or equivalent to a US$42.2 billion increase against the same period last year.

Finance Ministry to propose further fuel duty cut

The Ministry of Finance is considering to put forward another proposal for further fuel duty cut, Minister Ho Duc Phoc told the 15th National Assembly during its third sitting in Hanoi on June 8 amid concerns over soaring fuel prices.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 8

Cooperation agreement inked on establishment of Vietnam – Australia centre

Green finance represents a tremendous opportunity for Vietnamese banks

Nearly seven out of 10 Vietnamese consumers (68 per cent) would consider switching from their current financial services providers for a bank or financial institution with a stronger commitment to sustainability.

Online scams feed on victims' naivete

Online scams have been climbing steadily in recent years as more people are taken in by "easy money" tricks.

Petrol tax reduction could benefit economic development: experts

Vietnam needs to reduce taxes and fees for petrol and oil products to stabilise the domestic petroleum market and ensure economic growth, according to experts.

Former FLC chairman got his relatives to open 450 securities accounts

Trinh Van Quyet, former chairman of FLC Group, was found to have directed his younger sister and relatives to establish 20 companies and use the identity cards of 26 relatives to open 450 securities trading accounts,

Is stricter control on foreign loans against the trend?

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is gathering feedback on a draft circular to replace Circular 12/2014/TT-NHNN, which stipulates conditions for enterprises to take out foreign loans without Government guarantees.

Phi Viet crowned Mister National Universe 2022

Ngo Hoang Phi Viet was named winner of Mister National Universe 2022 during the grand final of the male pageant held on June 6 in Thailand.

Coffee exports reach over US$2 billion over five-month period

During the opening five months of the year Vietnam shipped 889,000 tonnes of coffee worth over US$2 billion abroad, representing a year-on-year rise of 24.2% in volume and 54% in value, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT).

Credit rating: sustainable development platform for bonds

Credit rating for businesses in general, including real estate businesses, can increase the transparency of the market.

HCM City drives transport infrastructure to speed economic recovery

Ho Chi Minh City is implementing a programme that seeks to restore capital resources for investment in transport infrastructure to drive socio-economic recovery and growth for 2022 – 2025.

Three endangered orchid species successfully propagated

A nature reserve in the northern province of Thanh Hoa has successfully multiplied three endangered orchid species – the Hai Van Bac, Hai Long and Thuy Tien Huong species – native to the north-central region.

Vietnam becomes Vice President of UN General Assembly

Vietnam has been elected as one of the Vice Presidents of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly’s 77th session, representing the Asia-Pacific region.

Where is the Vietnamese economy on the world map?

Vietnam's GDP growth has shown signs of slowing down, with the growth rate of 7%/year not achieved for many years now. Vietnam faces the risk of falling into the middle-income trap.

Doctors warn on risk of 'imported malaria' from Africa with borders reopening

Doctors at Hanoi's Bạch Mai Hospital have warned of the risk of malaria from Africa as the hospital's Centre for Tropical Diseases is treating two malaria patients who returned from Angola recently.

Retired politicians become business leaders

After retirement, many Vietnamese politicians became leaders of corporations or banks.

Quality of postgraduate training courses worrisome

In recent years, there has been an increase in postgraduate training enrolment including master's degrees and doctoral degrees at training institutions.

Tycoons sell all of their shares after years of building fortunes

Nguyen Anh Nhuong Tong, Boss Thuy and Boss Duc have sold all of their shares in their companies.

Filmore Development announces new CEO

Mr. Andy Han Suk Jung has officially joined Filmore Real Estate Development Corporation (Filmore Development) as an investor, a member of the Board of Directors and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Five destinations in Vietnam for Global Wellness Day

Admiring the majestic mountain scenery in the Northeast mountains or immersing in the silence of the ancient mausoleums in central Vietnam may help you release depression and find inner peace in mind.