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Gov’t supports real estate market revitalisation

The Government has recently issued Resolution 33/NQ-CP, dated March 11, 2023 introducing some solutions to remove difficulties and promote the safe, healthy, and sustainable development of the real estate market.

Chinese travel firms place trust in Vietnamese market recovery

Chinese travel firms have firmly backed the recovery of the Vietnamese market and are actively preparing tourism products in a bid to capitalise on opportunities during the upcoming holiday.

Tourism is proceeding more slowly than expected

Vietnam plans to receive 8 million foreign travelers in 2023, the same level as Cambodia. But airlines and traveler firms are complaining about poor patronage.

Vietnam in good position as FDI destination: Experts

As Vietnam moves toward upper-middle-income status, experts urge the country to focus not only on attracting traditional FDI in industrial production but also on knowledge-based investment and innovation.

Enterprises have land but cannot build factories

New projects in industrial zones cannot get land-use rights certificates. So, they cannot mortgage the land for bank loans, ask for permission to build factories on the land or join the city’s demand stimulus program.

Momentum for seaports hard to retain

While complex global developments are affecting the performance of seaports, action is needed to ensure growth momentum.

Tech retailers cut prices but sales remain slow

Tech retail chains are experiencing the toughest days in their history. They have had to sell products at a loss and negotiate with landlords on slashing rent.

Tay Ho's brandnew look: A proper makeover for real estate opportunities

Nestled in an idyllic location renowned for its picturesque landscapes and auspicious feng shui, Tay Ho (West Lake) area has long been hailed as the crown jewel of real estate investment opportunities in Hanoi.

Neem leaves salad: A speciality of An Giang province

Neem leaves salad, or ‘goi sau dau’ in Vietnamese, is among the most famous dishes of the Mekong Delta province of An Giang.

Brokerages set different targets for 2023

Although 2023 is forecast to be a difficult year, many securities companies still set a target of positive profit growth in 2023, besides some others adopting more prudent plans.

Vietnam joins international efforts in human trafficking prevention

Vietnam is making efforts to materialise the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration in line with the Prime Minister’s Plan dated March 20, 2020.

Number of teachers quitting at alarming rate

The country saw a particularly alarming trend of more teachers leaving their jobs.

Bond rule tweaks loosen constraints

To address issues of transparency and investor protection, the government has issued a new decree that introduces several key changes to the regulatory framework for corporate bonds in Vietnam.

Bank law to be amended to ensure banking system safety

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is collecting comments on its draft revised Law on Credit Institutions to better ensure the safety of the banking system.

National railway investment requiring foreign push

Foreign investors are being urged to explore funding railway lines linking seaports as part of the country’s railway development plan – despite high costs, few successful projects, and a lengthy period to see returns.

What does the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank mean for Vietnam?

The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in the US is expected to cause upheavals in the global financial market and problems for countries, including Vietnam. However, economic growth will still continue to be good.

Health sector suffers from institutional bottlenecks

To settle shortages of drugs and medical equipment, the Ministry of Health (MOH) and other ministries need to give advice to the government to build a long-term legal framework to manage bidding.

Workers to have five days off for public holidays in April, May

Workers in Vietnam will enjoy five consecutive days off from April 29 to May 3 to celebrate Hung Kings Commemoration Day, Reunification Day, and International Workers’ Day in April and May.

Vietnam wins four gold medals at 2023 International Art Photo Contest

Vietnam wins four of the 12 gold medals at the 2023 International Art Photo Contest.

Vietnam seeded No. 2 ahead of AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup’ second qualifiers

The Vietnamese women’s football team have been placed in Pot 2 ahead of the draw for the second qualification round of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup 2024 which will be held in Malaysia.