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Experts propose river-themed city scape for metropolis HCM City

Many official delegates as well as architecture experts proposed plans to revive HCMC river-based culture at the “Public cultural space in HCMC” seminar held on December 3.

Mekong Delta becomes investment magnet

The Mekong Delta has recently attracted many large projects worth trillions to tens of trillions of VND, which are promoting economic development there.

VIETNAM NEWS DECEMBER 7

Prime Minister to attend virtual 9th ACMECS, 10th CLMV, 11th CLV meetings

New e-government platform introduced

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has introduced the Flex Digital platform, a comprehensive solution to develop e-government in all fields on the basis of its components facilitating important activities

Are there opportunities for social payments in Vietnam?

Experts say there is great potential for social payments in Vietnam thanks to the high number of social media users.

Vietnam placed fifth in global trade connectedness in 2019

Vietnam was ranked fifth in terms of global trade connectedness last year, up five places from the previous ranking in 2017, according to a report jointly released by the US’s New York University Stern School of Business and logistics giant DHL.

EVN signs MoU to buy electricity, develop power projects in Laos

Vietnam Electricity (EVN) on December 6 signed various Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with investors of power projects in Laos to develop and purchase electricity from the neighbouring country in the time ahead.

Five new rail lines to be built in southern region

Five new high-speed rail lines between Ho Chi Minh City and southern provinces expected to be built by 2025 would help to ensure smooth transport of goods and improve logistics services and connections between major seaports.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 7

VND10-trillion anti-flooding project on verge of suspension

Rampant violations of Vietnam’s sovereignty found on apps

Vietnamese people have been warned of the insert of Chinese unilaterally-declared map into apps.

Central Bank expected to cut key rate to aid economy

The inflation in 2020 is forecast at 3.3%, significantly lower than the target of 4% set by the government.

Leadership positions must be given to talented people

The leaders are those who guide the country’s development, and leadership positions therefore must be given to the most talented people.

Law on Cybersecurity finds little purchase on overseas tech titans

Despite urging by the Law on Cybersecurity, few international companies handling the data of local customers have set up data centres in Vietnam.

Abandoned rare gaurs develop under care in Ninh Thuan

A group of gaurs that had been left starving at the Phuoc Binh National Forest in Ninh Thuan Province have improved after receiving better care.

Vietnam, Laos sign 17 cooperation agreements at 43rd Inter-governmental Committee session

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his Lao counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith co-chaired the 43rd meeting of the Vietnam-Lao Inter-Governmental Committee on bilateral cooperation in Hanoi on December 6.

Party, State leader receives visiting Laos PM

Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong on December 6 hosted a reception for a high-ranking delegation of Laos led by Politburo member and Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith 

To Mon friendship ceremony of the Ba Na

The Ba Na of Vietnam’s Central Highlands celebrate many festivals each year, including a peace worship, a new rice ceremony, and To Mon – a ceremony to strengthen solidarity.

Code of conduct on social media to come soon

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has compiled a Code of Conduct (COC) for social networks, 

Vietnam’s strong industries fully tapped under RCEP

The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is expected to boost regional and global supply chains and the economy of ASEAN members and partners.

Vietnamese economy remains resilient despite COVID-19 challenges

The Vietnamese economy has remained extremely resilient throughout the year despite the adverse impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, with import-export activities witnessing a gradual bounce back, according to insiders.