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Why have big firms still not listed their shares on foreign bourses?

VietNamNet Bridge - Both Vietjet and VNG have said they want to be the first Vietnamese enterprises to list shares on foreign bourses. Other firms have tried to do so in the past. 

Vietnam, Cuba enhance defence partnership

 The ongoing visit to Cuba by a high-level Vietnamese military delegation from June 1-7 is a chance for the two countries to strengthen ties in various fields, including defence.

Health insurance cards for foreigners in Vietnam

 According to Clause 2, Article 1 of the 2008 Law on Health Insurance, which was revised in 2014, the Law applies to Vietnamese and foreign organizations and individuals covered by health insurance.

A monk's bamboo forest on Son Tra Mount

VietNamNet Bridge - The owner of a bamboo forest near Da Nang, Monk Thich The Tuong, 51, began cherishing a special passion for the plant in his childhood.

Vietnamese earn big money from Youtube

VietNamNet Bridge - Many young people can earn thousands of dollars a month just by uploading video clips on Youtube.

Will the new education program reduce burden on students?

VietNamNet Bridge - The general education program has created problems for students because of poor teaching methods, not an excessive workload.

Is the door to US market narrowing for Vietnamese exporters?

VietNamNet Bridge - The value of Vietnam’s exports to the US increased from $1 billion in 2001 to $38.46 billion in 2016, and it may reach $40 billion in 2017. 

Unsold real estate value drops 10 percent from late 2016

 Unsold properties nationwide were valued at about 27.89 trillion VND (1.23 billion USD) as of late May, down 10 percent from the end of 2016.

Poland workshop focuses on disputes in East Sea

 The 13th Lodz East Asia Meeting (LEAM) themed “Power shifts in East Asia: Prospects for Developing Asian-European Ties” took place recently in Poland.being held for the first time.

Public Administration Reform Index 2016 announced

 Public Administration Reform Index 2016 announced

HCM City seeks 25,000 workers in June

 As more start-ups have been established, HCM City’s labour demand has increased, with 25,000 permanent and 7,000 temporary jobs that need to be filled in June.

HCM City strengthens fire prevention efforts

 The HCM City People’s Committee and local agencies are making efforts to protect local households and home-run businesses from fire.

Kids have no space or time to enjoy vacation

 The lack of adequately equipped playgrounds and healthy entertainment activities has become a concern in rural areas, especially during the long summer vacation.

Vietnam to miss 2017 growth target: WB

 The World Bank (WB) released its Global Economic Prospects report on June 4, forecasting a global 2017 economic growth rate of 2.7 percent and a Vietnamese growth rate of 6.3 percent, lower than the 6.7 percent goal set by the government.

Public citizens can observe NA meetings

 Public citizens will soon have chance to access National Assembly meetings, said Nguyen Hanh Phuc, Chairman of National Assembly Office.

Vietnamese player in Asian best 11 at U20 World Cup

 Doan Van Hau of Vietnam has been selected in the FIFA U20 World Cup’s Asian best 11 by Fox Sports Asia.

Japanese banks expand investments in Vietnam

 Some Japanese banks already operating in Vietnam have revealed their plans to expand investments, while others hope to make inroads into the market, according to Dau Tu (Investment) newspaper.

Vietnamese fruits conquer Japanese market

 Thanks to their freshness and succulent tastes, Vietnamese dragon fruits, bananas and mangos are being sought-after at Japanese large supermarkets like Don Quijote, Daiei and Aeon.

Vietnam works to ease micronutrient deficiency in population

 Vietnam has taken different solutions to prevent micronutrient deficiency, which is relatively common in the country, especially in rural and mountainous areas.

Vietnam’s export turnover hits $79.3 billion in five months

 Vietnam exported about 79.3 billion USD worth of commodities in the first five months of 2017, an increase of 17.4 percent from the same period last year.