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New regulations on foreign indirect investment in Vietnam drafted

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is drafting a circular to better manage foreign investment protocols and hopefully make them speedier.

Property sector remains vulnerable to money laundering: SBV

Vietnam’s property sector remains vulnerable to money laundering with the risks high in the sector, according to the latest report by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Vietnam is the most improved place to do business: EIU

Vietnam improved its business environment the most over the past two decades, according to a recent analysis by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

Vietnam's trade turnover poised to hit 800 billion USD mark

Vietnam’s import-export value is likely to touch the 800 billion USD mark by year-end, far exceeding a record of 732 billion USD seen in 2022, economic expert Dinh Trong Thinh has said.

M&A market likely to bustle at year-end: Experts

Big merger and acquisition (M&A) deals seen in the market recently have signaled a busy period in the rest of the year when the legal corridor becomes smoother.

Bamboo Airways to resume int’l flights from November

Bamboo Airways will officially resume international flights on November 26, starting with one round-trip flight per day on the direct route between Tan Son Nhat Airport in HCM City and Don Mueang International Airport of Bangkok, Thailand.

Growth target feasible given positive nine-month performance

Many positive signs have been recorded in foreign trade, investment attraction, industrial production, and purchasing power during the first nine months of 2024, enhancing the confidence that this year’s GDP growth target of 7% is within reach.

Vietnamese sugar cane tops ASEAN in productivity for first time

The Vietnamese sugar industry has led the region in sugar productivity for the first time, according to the Vietnam Sugarcane and Sugar Association (VSSA).

Eximbank clarifies circulating rumors about system risk allegations

A document claiming Eximbank faces severe system risks has been debunked by the bank, which insists the document is not legitimate and requests an investigation into its spread.

VN in top 5 for game downloads, captures less than 0.5% of global market value

Vietnam's game development sector is growing rapidly but still struggles to tap into the global market, which is forecast to be worth $2.2 trillion by 2030.

Int'l cooperation needed to help produce workforce for semiconductor industry

Tech firms complain that though they are willing to pay high salaries, they find it difficult to recruit semiconductor engineers. Experts say to have a workforce with international standards, Vietnam needs international cooperation in training.

Vietnamese businesses: Resilient but slow to grow - what's holding them back?

The private sector in Vietnam plays a crucial role in the economy, but why do these resilient businesses struggle to thrive? This article delves into the complexities of their stunted growth.

Survey shows rising confidence among businesses in Vietnam

A recent survey reveals increasing optimism among businesses in Vietnam as they recover from the impacts of COVID-19.

Hanoi offers high-end apartments for foreign ownership amid growing demand

Hanoi has announced five residential projects that allow foreign ownership, with prices between 60 and 100 million VND ($2,500 - $4,200) per square meter.

Despite high production, Indonesia spends $625 million on Vietnamese rice

Indonesia plans to import 3.6 million tons of rice this year, with Vietnam as its largest supplier.

Vietnam's foreign debt remains manageable despite low disbursement rates

The disbursement rate for foreign-funded projects in Vietnam has reached only 24.33% of the Prime Minister's target in the first nine months of 2024.

Vietnam's steel giant Hoa Phat surges in 2024, achieving impressive growth

Hoa Phat Group, the largest steel producer in Vietnam, has bounced back in 2024 with a substantial 51% increase in quarterly profit, completing 92% of its annual profit target.

Increase in electricity prices concerns manufacturer

The average electricity retail price has been increased by 4.8 per cent to VNĐ2,103.11 (US$0.085) per kWh, triggering concerns about its impact on residential and business lives.

Vietnam initiates 29 trade defence investigations

Vietnam has initiated 29 trade defence investigations to protect its domestic market and businesses' interests, thus increasing state budget revenue by approximately 1.5 trillion VND (60.4 million USD) a year.

Business etiquette training in Vietnam sees surge

Business etiquette courses, still a relatively new concept in Vietnam, are gaining traction as companies invest heavily to elevate their staff’s interpersonal skills.