Should trade tariffs matter to investors in Việt Nam?

The threat of a trade war between the US and China has created considerable volatility in Asian markets in recent weeks. Investors fear that it poses a continued threat to the growth of Vietnamese companies and, potentially, to Vietnamese economic growth. These concerns are valid, but to my mind, demand greater scrutiny.

 

Saigon Autotech Accessories expo opens

The 14th Saigon Autotech & Accessories, which opened on May 24, hopes to provide networking opportunities for manufacturers and suppliers of automobiles and other vehicles and components.

 

Programme to support local firms

The Việt Nam Industry Agency under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), in partnership with International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, officially launched Việt Nam Supplier Development Programme (SDP) in Hà Nội on Thursday.

Business council to boost VN-Belarus ties

The Việt Nam - Belarus Business Council, intended to accelerate bilateral trade and investment relations between the two business communities made its debut in Hà Nội on Thursday.

Sugar association opposes tax on sweet drinks

The Việt Nam Sugarcane and Sugar Association has voiced concerns against the Ministry of Finance’s proposal of imposing special consumption tax of 10 per cent on sweet drinks.

Commercial banks to support firms

Business representatives have urged commercial banks to revise loan policies and simplify loan procedures to help them pursue investment opportunities.

VN attends economic forum

A Vietnamese delegation has arrived for the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2018) opened at the Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Centre in Saint Petersburg City, Russia.

VNA and PetroVietnam strengthen cooperation

PetroVietnam should actively provide the Vietnam News Agency with official and latest news, especially those regarding sensitive issues so that the outlet could disseminate, orient public opinions and reject wrongful information.

Techcombank to list over 1.1b shares

Việt Nam Technological and Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Techcombank) shares will list its shares on the HCM City Stock Exchange (HOSE) on June 4.

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