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Top 10 culture and tourism events of the year

The year 2020 marked ups and downs for culture and tourism development in the country, greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Local groups impelled to adapt to trade deals

Vietnam remains one of the top 10 exporters of textiles and apparel. 

Financial institutions begin public trading

Vietnamese banks are enthusiastically filing for initial public offering or re-listing, in which they dream about tapping into broader scope of funds.

Developer portfolios in restructure phase

Real estate developers are actively restructuring their products towards mid- and low-end segments to be more suitable to the real demands of the market.

2020 – stormy year for ride-hailing app drivers

Ride-hailing drivers throughout the year 2020 were hit hard by the effects of the pandemic, which led to a sharp fall in clients at the beginning of the year, and by the new policy on required higher discount rate.

Formulating strategy for new phase of German funding

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam (AHK Vietnam) has over the years organised effective conferences, business forums, and networking events in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning and Investment. 

Faith abounds in growth prospects

Despite a decline in state budget revenue, remittances, and foreign direct investment, Vietnam is expected to see positive growth with a surplus in current account this year thanks to a rise in export turnover and foreign currency reserves.

Platelet donors help save the lives of many people

Nguyen Thi N, 39, had to be rushed to hospital when she was 36 weeks pregnant because her platelet level was just 5 grams per litre of blood (G/L) while the normal human platelet count ranges from 150-400 G/L.

Vietnamese woman offered jobs at Facebook, Google after two refusals

Do Thanh Lam from Ba Ria – Vung Tau tried to apply for work at the world's leading tech firms, even though her English was not very good and she had studied only in Vietnam.

Vietnamese green thumb in Frankfurt

In a small garden on the outskirts of Frankfurt am Main, in Germany’s west, a variety of flowers are in full bloom, like jasmine roses, Leona da Vinci roses and tulips, revealing their elegant beauty and delicate fragrance to the world.

Japanese maintaining operations thanks to quick-thinking action

Japanese businesses have deployed a number of new business models in Vietnam in 2020 in an effort to shelter from the storm of COVID-19.

Tourism industry still struggling because of Covid-19, directors sell food online

The tourism industry has never before fallen into such a difficult situation. Many travel firms have had to shut down, while tour guides have had to take temporary jobs while waiting for opportunities to return.

Village in northern Vietnam repairing trumpets for generations

A village in northern Vietnam’s Nam Dinh Province has long been known for its villagers’ skill in crafting and repairing trumpets. And the closer Christmas came, the faster the trumpet repairers had to work.

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UK newspaper spotlights Vietnam’s emergence in global supply chain

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HCM City approved for one more place for New Year firework display

Improved legal framework and public awareness - key to curb domestic violence

Vice chairwoman of the National Assembly’s Committee for Social Affairs Le Thi Nguyet talks about the need to further improve the legal framework on domestic violence prevention and control to better facilitate law enforcement.

'Make in Vietnam' and the challenge of digital transformation

When solving the challenges of the 4.0 era and setting 'impossible' goals for themselves, digital technology businesses will help Vietnam grow significantly.

Strategies to suit banking’s challenges

The overall picture of the banking industry in 2020 and into 2021 has revealed both strengths and weaknesses. 

Premature release of prisoners on conditions: Preventing recidivism, ensuring human rights

Premature release of prisoners on conditions is an effective measure in preventing recidivism and a humane form of management and education, ensuring human rights.

The German photographer who recorded Hanoi in wartime

Anyone who has seen the photography book Hà Nội 1967-1975 by German photographer Thomas Billhardt can see the true emotions of Hanoi.