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PM approves programme to promote the development of supporting industry

Sluggish land clearance delays key border logistics hub project

Authorities need to finish the relocation of an international internet cable line, electrical networks and burial grounds to clear the site so construction can begin.

German adhesive tape manufacturer to build a 55 million euro plant in Việt Nam

tesa has recently made a public announcement that it will invest 55 million euro (US$60.3 million) in a tape adhesive plant in Việt Nam, making it the 15th production site that tesa operates worldwide beside large plants in Germany (Hamburg, Offenburg), Italy, the US, and China.

HCM City struggles to sell underground parking lots idea to investors

The HCM City Department of Transport has warned that the shortage of public parking space is worsening because building parking lots is expensive and returns on them are low.

Bình Định proposes to continue titanium export due to high inventory

The central province of Bình Định has proposed the Prime Minister to allow local businesses to continue exporting titanium inventory of about 455,000 tonnes.

Quảng Yên Economic Zone added to coastal EZ planning

With the development of the transport infrastructure system in recent years, especially the Hạ Long – Hải Phòng Expressway and Bạch Đằng Bridge, Quảng Yên has attracted large investments in property development.

Grab’s Delivery Doodles magically turns children’s drawings into food orders with AI

Grab has launched GrabFood Delivery Doodles which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to turn children's doodles of their favourite dishes magically into food orders delivered via GrabFood.

Local firms can compete based on sustainability

Local firms are called on to join the fifth programme evaluating and honouring sustainable businesses in Việt Nam on Tuesday in Hà Nội.

Administrative reforms will help energise firms after pandemic

Simplifying administrative procedures is critical to revitalise business after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hậu Giang Province overrun with property projects

The number of property projects in Hậu Giang Province surpasses actual demand, experts have said.

Tuna export market still unstable

In the difficult economic context caused by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Việt Nam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) suggested tuna processors and exporters exploit domestic market.

FedEx Express helps ship masks

Express delivery company FedEx Express has helped the Việt Nam Red Cross Society ship for free thousands of medical masks to its US counterpart.

Lawmakers divided on debt collecting firms

Many said debt collecting is a legitimate demand of society and should be allowed to operate.

Prime Minister calls for more investment in key economic zones

The PM said localities should take advantage of successfully controlling the pandemic to attract investment and promote business and production activities

VN stocks rise on earnings hopes

The benchmark VN-Index on the Hồ Chí Minh Stock Exchange gained 1.17 per cent to end at 869.13 points – its highest level since March 6.

Vincom Retail forecasts 2020 profit down 12 per cent due to pandemic

Shareholders in Vincom Retail have agreed with the company’s 2020 net profit target of VNĐ2.5 trillion (US$107.3 million), a drop of 12 per cent over 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Finance Ministry wants to cut corporate income tax for small and micro businesses

The Ministry of Finance has proposed the Government cut corporate income tax for small and micro businesses by 30 per cent this year.

Hải Dương exports first batches of lychee to Singapore, US, Australia

The northern province of Hải Dương on Monday exported first batches of lychee to Singapore, the US and Australia this year.

School Milk Project implemented effectively, says Hà Nội official

More than one million pre-school and primary school students in Hà Nội have enjoyed fresh milk every day in the 2018-20 period, marking 91 per cent of the total number of children.

Famous Japanese cheesecake brand comes to Việt Nam

Uncle Tetsu, a famous Japanese cheesecake brand, has come to Việt Nam as a franchise, with the first store opening late last week at 78 Nguyễn Đình Chiểu Street in HCM City’s District 1.

Lychee production hubs seek to boost consumption amid export difficulty

Việt Nam’s lychee production hubs have entered the early harvest season this year and is preparing plans for its flagship fruit consumption amid export difficulty due to the COVID-19 pandemic.