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Singapore, US back settlement of East Sea disputes under international law

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has reiterated US support for Southeast Asian states upholding their sovereign rights and interests in the East Sea under international law.

Air, noise pollution increases in southern urban areas

Affected by production and transport activities in localities, the LAeq (equivalent continuous sound level) in the southern region in the first six months of the year exceeded the permitted level by 56.7-68.5 percent.

VIETNAM'S BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES AUGUST 4

Retailers increase stocks to ensure supply in all circumstances

Enticing legal changes lure in foreign investors

Foreign investors are making new investments moves into Vietnam on the back of supporting policies and new rules. However, as some legal concerns remain, the development of the next steps still requires some preparation. 

Novel approach to traditional son mai artworks

Painter Mai Dac Linh has established a reputation for how he uses traditional materials in his works, of which he currently has three sơn mài (lacquer) pieces in his Hanoi studio.

Manufacturers rush to assemble cars to enjoy 50% registration tax cut

The automobile market has become bustling with more and more car models, mostly domestically assembled, introduced.

Plans for new school year set: Education Ministry

Nguyen Xuan Thanh, Director General of the Secondary Education Department under the Ministry of Education and Training, talks about changes for term times in the 2020-21 school year.

Outlining the preferential mechanisms for new PPP projects

Public-private investment projects play a significant role in developing infrastructure and have the potential to accelerate large-scale construction works across the country.

Much to do to bring tourism back to life

Phung Quang Thang, director of Hanoitourist Company, vice chairman of the Vietnam Society of Travel Agents (VISTA), talks to Minh Thu about hard time of Vietnamese tourism.

US, Indonesia highlight international law abidance in East Sea

US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo and Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi discussed bilateral defence ties and regional tensions over China’s claim that it owns most of the East Sea, 

Summary of new points of amended Law on Investment 2020

After more than six years in effect, the Law on Investment has been officially amended with a number of new articles to improve the country’s appeal to higher-quality foreign investment flows.

Kind-hearted schoolgirl helps unfortunate children

A schoolgirl inspired by Mother Teresa has formed a charity group to help unfortunate children.

Capital inflows to Southeast Asian startups up 91 percent despite outbreak

Southeast Asian startups, especially e-commerce and fintech companies, have witnessed a significant increase in investment between April and June.

Vietnam economic outlook remains positive despite Covid-19 resurgence: HSBC

HSBC economists forecast GDP expansion of 3% in 2020 for Vietnam, the only ASEAN country they expect to have positive growth this year.

VN female researcher uses fuel cells for renewable energy

With a passion for renewable energy development, Ho Thi Thanh Van from the HCM City University of Natural Resources and the Environment has created research breakthroughs in the use of fuel cells, an important source of clean energy of the future.

Sky-high livestock prices may breach competition law

Although many livestock companies could face an inspection to ensure they follow through on commitments to cut their prices, the market outlook still looks dreary in spite of the government’s call to stabilise the selling cost of live pigs.

Doctor’s diary in locked down Da Nang hospital

A doctor from Da Nang C Hospital, Dang Van Tri, was working in the lockdown zone in Da Nang City as the COVID-19 pandemic spread in the community.

Aligning with trade remedy principles

The EU-Vietnam Free Agreement (EVFTA) is a giant leap for Vietnam in international integration.

Ministry seeks to further open petroleum retail market

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has called for allowing all foreign investors to further participate in the petroleum retail market.