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Why will 'Wall Street' be moved from HCM City to Hanoi?

 VietNamNet Bridge – A hot debate continues about the decision to move the headquarters of the stock exchange from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi.

Invoices and documents for imports in VN market

 Enterprises participating in the circulation of imported goods in the market should take heed of the important regulations on invoices, documents (e.g. their types and time limits of production), and the handling of relevant violations.

Outbound tours favoured during April holiday

 Outbound tours to faraway destinations in Asia and Europe have caught Vietnamese travellers’ interest during the April 30 holiday, which lasts for six days.

Vietnam seeks to foster ties with Asian, African nations

 President Truong Tan Sang will lead a delegation to an international conference from April 22-24 in Jakarta, Indonesia to foster the cooperative ties with other Asian and African nations, including the host.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 21/4

 MPC mulls issuing non-convertible bonds to raise more working capital, Vietinbank signs loan contract with foreign banks, Indonesia plans to takeover cement company in Vietnam, Q1 remittances to HCMC hit US$1.2 billion

Tien Minh drops to 31st in badminton rankings

  Viet Nam's top player Nguyen Tien Minh slid one spot to 31st in the world badminton rankings, the Badminton World Federation announced.

ANZ predicts 6.5% GDP growth for Vietnam in 2015

 ANZ has forecast an annual GDP growth of 6.5 % for Vietnam in 2015 and 2016, with the bank's economic experts saying the actual result may be even better when taking into account the notable achievements of the first quarter.

Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines move to promote local produce worldwide

A consensus to work together in the development of domestic agricultural products to be sold on the global market was the highlight of meetings between Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines in on April 19.

Increased defence cooperation boosts Vietnam-Thailand relations

 Defence Minister General Phung Quang Thanh said on April 20 that bilateral defence cooperation has transformed the alliance between Vietnam and Thailand.

EVENTS SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 20-30 (daily updated)

   Major art&entertainment events in Vietnam's big cities.

Industrial zones’ brilliant days return

Industrial zone (IZ) development is expected to be one of the three most profitable real estate segments this year.

US newspaper praises luxury hotel in HCM City

 VietNamNet Bridge – A luxury hotel located in the heart of District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City has been praised by the LA Times (US) for its elegance and splendor.

Major events this week Apr. 20 – 25

Concert with Parallel Asteroid and Musicians of Domdom, Electronic and Traditional Music Event: World of Sounds, “Flex” Art Exhibition by Heather McClellan, Photo Exhibition “Vietnam – 25 Years Documenting a Changing Country”

Dead fish cover 4-km long section of Saigon canal

 VietNamNet Bridge - Thousands of fish in a state of decomposition are floating on a 4-km long section of Nhieu Loc - Thi Nghe in Tan Binh District, emitting a terrible odor affecting local people and passers-by.

Images: “Performing circus-like acts" on motorbikes in Vietnam

In Vietnam, you can see motorbike drivers perform “circus-like acts” on the streets. There be five to seven people riding on a motorcycle, someone driving a motorbike on one leg, or a 2-year-old boy holding the wheel.

'Preventable rabies kills 160 people per day'

 Around 59,000 people die every year from rabies transmitted by dogs, with the poorer regions of the world worst affected, says a report by the Global Alliance for Rabies Control.

The story behind the Dung Quat Oil Refinery

VietNamNet Bridge - The Dung Quat Oil Refinery has shouted for help, saying it will not be able to sell its products and might have to shut down because of the new import tax policy in 2015. Will it be rescued?

Image: Trees in full bloom in Da Lat

 In early April, the white and purple phoenix trees in Dalat are in full bloom creating a brilliant blaze of colour as they bask in the beautiful rays of spring sunshine. They are in full bloom in March and April every year.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 20/4

Mong Cai border gate to stay open longer, State firms wary of R&D funds, VN firms struggle to expand in Russia, Da Nang signs MoU with Kosice, Slovakia, HCM City plans 2015 SOE divestment, Volcafe builds $80m plant

Art & Entertainment News 20/4

 Dancenter to hold annual show, Book festival opens at National Library, Indian New Year gala in HCM City, Project provides free playgrounds to Ha Noi children, Ha Noi sets off fireworks to celebrate National Reunification Day