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Eight-month fruit and vegetable exports earn close to US$4.6 billion

Fruit and vegetable exports grossed more than US$700 million in August alone, bringing total export value to an estimated US$4.58 billion during the eight-month period.

E-commerce helps Vietnam leap forward in global race

Businesses have been advised to pay more attention to narrow the gap in exporting Vietnamese goods to the world through digital platforms.

Vietnam targets green, organic, multi-value crop industry

In recent years, the crop industry has demonstrated its crucial role in ensuring national food security, job creation, and increasing farmer incomes.

Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival 2024 underway

The Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival 2024 opened on Tran Nhan Tong pedestrian street in the capital city's Hai Ba Trung district on August 23 evening.

Air tickets on holiday rise by 20 percent, but night flights are cheaper

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has recommended that passengers book flights with departures early in the morning or late at night to be able to buy cheaper tickets.

FPT plans major expansion in Japan with cloud and AI services

In an interview with Nikkei, Pham Minh Tuan, CEO of FPT Software, stated that FPT is exploring investment opportunities to expand its operations in Japan, focusing on providing cloud services and AI solutions to support digital transformation.

Vietnamese firm creates global waves in the animation industry

Sconnect, a Vietnamese company, has established itself as a significant player in the global animation industry with a diverse portfolio of 50,000 animation videos, translated into 20 languages and distributed worldwide.

Ho Chi Minh City seeks to reform land pricing amid real estate changes

In response to evolving real estate dynamics, Ho Chi Minh City is poised to adjust its land pricing framework.

Market ends positive week with slight gains

The stock market ended Friday with a slight rise, concluding a week in which the VN-Index saw gains in four of the five trading sessions, as foreign investors reduced their net selling activity.

Vietnam posts US$15.5 billion trade surplus by mid-August

Vietnam recorded a trade surplus of US$15.5 billion in a period from January 1 to August 15, according to the General Department of Customs.

Hanoi-HCM City air route named the busiest in Southeast Asia

The air route connecting the Vietnamese capital of Hanoi with the country’s southern economic hub HCM City was the busiest domestic air route throughout Southeast Asia in August.

China’s Yu Chai invests in US$260 million motor manufacturing factory in Vietnam

Kim Long Motor Hue JSC and Yu Chai of China on August 23 signed a contract to build a US$260 million motor manufacturing factory at Chan My – Lang Co economic zone in Thua Thien-Hue province, central Vietnam.

Second durian festival to honour growers, promote sustainable development

The second Krong Pak durian festival will be held from August 31 to September 2 in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak, aiming to honour durian growers, attract investment and promote the development of a sustainable durian ecosystem.

A thousand business leaders gather at Vietnam CEO Forum 2024

Over a thousand CEOs, experts and policymakers gathered at the Vietnam CEO Forum 2024 to discuss new strategies to promote business development in the new era.

Flexible solutions crucial to develop carbon market: Deputy PM

In the 2025-2028 period, the carbon market will be piloted nationwide, carbon credits will not be sold abroad.

Vietnam's rice export prices now highest worldwide

Vietnam's rice export prices have reached the highest levels globally, surpassing those of Thailand, Pakistan, and other major exporters, the Vietnam Food Association (VFA) has announced.

Vietnam’s property market remains resilient: CBRE

Despite global uncertainties, Vietnam, with its strong fundamentals, continues to remain resilient and attractive to foreign investors, as confirmed by the property research firm CBRE.

Boost investor risk tolerance in corporate bonds: experts

Numerous issuing organisations, notably those in the real estate sector, have sought debt restructuring for both principal and bond interest payments.

Vietnam auto market sees a rise in imported cars

The General Department of Customs has reported a significant surge in the number of imported cars into Vietnam.

VN launches training program for semiconductor chip design instructors

Vietnam has embarked on a strategic initiative to strengthen its semiconductor industry by launching a comprehensive training program for university instructors in chip design.