Sharing economy project approved

According to the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI), a sharing economy is a new business model which takes advantage of technology to cut costs and reach customers through digital platforms. 

Post-merger stock exchange headquarters in Hà Nội

The two national stock exchanges will be merged into one single stock exchange, instead of the initial plan under which the two current bourses will operate independently under the control and ownership of a new state-owned company.

Nearly 4,000 flights delayed, cancelled in July

Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Jetstar Pacific, Vietnam Air Services Company (VASCO) and Bamboo Airways reported 3,933 delayed flights in July, reported the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV).

YSI Asia Convening 2019 kicks off in Hà Nội

Hundreds of young scholars from all over Asia are discussing new economic thinking and presenting their research at YSI Asia Convening 2019, taking place in Hà Nội from August 12 to 15.

New decree issued to promote rice exports

More than 40 businesses have been added to the list of rice exporters under the Government’s newly revised decree on rice export, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade’s Import and Export Department.

Shrimp exports expected to pick up in 2nd half

Việt Nam’s shrimp exports are expected to be strong during the rest of this year because countries tend to import more in the latter months of the year, with the free trade agreements Việt Nam has signed boosting its exports.

MoF proposes to increase import tax on heavy trucks

The Ministry of Finance has proposed to increase import tax on complete built-up units (CBUs) of trucks weighing more than 45 tonnes from the current zero to 10 per cent. This tax level is equal to commitments under the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

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