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Foreign capital still pouring into Vietnam: Dragon Capital Executive Chairman

 Executive Chairman of Dragon Capital Group, Dominic Scriven, affirmed that foreign capital flow is still strongly pouring into Vietnam in response to a question as to whether or not foreign investors are withdrawing capital from Vietnam.

Workforce key in foreign investment decisions

A better performing Vietnamese workforce would see more foreign investors take an interest in coming to the country or expanding.

Dao ethnic people sway to preserve unique dance

Dao ethnic people in Suoi Quyen commune, Van Chan district in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai have been exerting all-out efforts to preserve bell dancing which is crucial to their traditional rituals.

NGOs gave VN $4.3b over last two decades

PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc on Thursday praised the contribution of foreign non-governmental organisations to Vietnam’s economic and social development, with US$4.3 billion of aid poured into the country over the last two decades.

Green spaces around Hanoi for some cool summer shade

In extremely hot weather, green spaces with a dense canopy of trees have become a paradise for Hanoians to take a rest and cool off in the shade.

US photographer documents Hanoi through the years

US photographer William E. Crawford photographed the daily lives of Hanoians after the nation was reunified in 1975.

Tam Hai - small, beautiful island commune of Quang Nam

Tam Hai island commune in the central province of Quang Nam still keeps its beautiful and intact beauty.

Vinfast acquires GM Vietnam, gears up to ‘made-in-Vietnam’ dream

VietNamNet Bridge - Obtaining a large distribution network with 22 sale agents and a factory in Hanoi with 300 workers after the takeover of GM Vietnam, Vinfast has taken a big step in the automobile race. 

VN's export highlights in first half of 2018

 Vietnam posted a total export revenue of US$113.93 billion in the first six months of 2018, up 16% over the same period of 2017 and higher than the growth rate set for the whole of 2018.

Hanoi's icy coffee shop proves popular during heat wave

An ice cafe in Hanoi has become an ideal place for Hanoians, especially young people, to escape from the summer heat.

Investors should remain calm, says market regulator

Chairman of Vietnam’s State Securities Commission Tran Van Dung advised investors to keep a cool head and seek new opportunities in the bearish market.

Universities urged to seek IP protection for applied research products

Enterprises have been reluctant to cooperate with universities on commercialisation of their inventions and products because of the lack of intellectual property (IP) protection, according to the Vietnam Invention Association.

Where bombs once fell, Khe Sanh grows

Over 50 years after the war, the devastated battlefield of Khe Sanh has become an economic hub of the poor central province of Quang Tri, with average annual income per capita of US$1,400.

Hoi An ancient town through the lens of a German photographer

German photographer Christian Berg has recorded beautiful photos of the ancient town of Hoi An and described the city as the best place to take wedding photos.

Rice export upbeat in first half

Vietnam’s rice exports saw remarkable growth in the first six months of this year, with year-on-year increases of 24.6% in volume and 42.2% in value.

Traffic congestion causes import-export tax revenue to drop

 The tax revenue from import-export activities of HCMC in the first half of the year dipped by 4.8% year-on-year to US$2.2 billion, which is partially attributed to the severe traffic congestion at seaports.

Gang of Five Chancing Modern exhibition to be held in HCMC

 The HCMC-based Factory Contemporary Arts Center and the Hanoi-based Art Vietnam will co-organize Gang of Five Chancing Modern, an ongoing art project initiated by curator Le Thuan Uyen, from July 20 to September 9.

Luis Fonsi to wow crowd at CocoFest

Luis Fonsi, a Puerto Rican singer, songwriter and actor, will perform at the 2018 CocoFest, to be held at the central city’s entertainment centre CocoBay on June 6-7.

Is this the best sandwich in the world?

 When it comes to a sandwich, which is best? Are you a BLT kind of guy? Or perhaps cheese and tomato is more your thing? 

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