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Making public investment a driving force of Vietnam’s economy

Public investment will focus on important and key industries and sectors of the economy, of which economic sectors account for more than 71%.

Cancer screening services offer false promises for high fee

In Vietnam, there are an estimated 182,563 new cases and 122,690 cancer deaths each year. Due to the high mortality rate, many people hope screening will help detect this disease early.

 

Chinese book recognises Vietnam’s sovereignty over archipelagos

Many ancient writings, recorded by foreigners themselves, directly or indirectly recognise Vietnam’s sovereignty over the two archipelagos of Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly). 

Flights to several southern localities to be suspended

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) recently sent a dispatch asking domestic airlines to suspend flights to and from airports in several southern cities and provinces that are under social distancing measures from July 19.

15th NA’s first session to open on July 20

The first session of the 15th National Assembly will open in Hanoi on July 20 morning.

Government proposes sustaining structure of ministries, ministerial-level agencies

The Government has proposed the National Assembly keep its structure of 18 ministries and four ministerial-level agencies for the 15th tenure.

Vietnam reports record daily increase of 5,926 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday

Vietnam’s health authorities on Sunday reported the country's highest daily spike of 5,926 COVID-19 cases, putting the total number of infections at 53,830.

Vietnam strives for at least one successful homegrown COVID-19 vaccine in 2021

Vietnam strives to have at least one successful domestically developed COVID-19 vaccine this year, according to deputy health minister Tran Van Thuan.

Hanoi halts all non-essential services from 0am on July 19

Chairman of the Hanoi municipal People's Committee Chu Ngoc Anh on July 18 ordered halting all non-essential services amid the complicated developments of the COVID-19 pandemic

The key to growth and the danger of the low-value trap

Vietnam’s GDP growth rate in the first half of 2021 stood at 5.64% which surprised many people.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JULY 18

Over 425 million tonnes of cargo handled at seaports in seven months

HAGL coach vows full support to Viet Nam national team

Hoang Anh Gia Lai (HAGL) coach Kiatisuk Senamuang has pledged his full support to the national team, saying that HAGL will release their players whenever needed for national team duty.

Major transport projects to get underway this year, others to be completed

The Ministry of Transport plans to begin work on nine major infrastructure projects in the south this year to reduce traffic congestion and improve connectivity.

Support for businesses vital for economic recovery

During the current ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, it is of utmost importance that government authorities introduce policies that provide maximum support to keep businesses afloat, and sustain the economy as well.

Welcoming the new wave of FDI

Vietnam needs to lure foreign investment but should not forget domestic enterprises.

Many hotels in HCMC increase room capacity

Many hotel owners in Ho Chi Minh City yesterday said that the number of booked hotel rooms has increased from 10 percent to 20 percent.

HCMC considers using high-speed boats to transport vegetables

The HCMC Department of Transport has proposed using high-speed boats to transport vegetables from the Mekong Delta to increase the vegetable supply in the city which is struggling with vegetable shortages due to the stay-at-home order.

Vietnam reports 7,500 victims of human trafficking in 2010-2021

Vietnam has made great efforts in combating human trafficking in the past two years despite the impact of Covid-19.

Hanoi targets GRDP growth up to 7.5% in 2021

Hanoi will take advantage of a shift in investment capital worldwide to attract foreign direct investment into the city.

ASEAN, Czech Republic look to standardise customs procedures

The Association of Southeast Asia Nations (ASEAN) Committee in coordination with the Customs Administration of the Czech Republic has held a webinar to introduce the electronic customs of the European country.