Vietnamese stocks rise again

Shares rose further on both local markets on Wednesday as investors looked for opportunities in other stocks rather than large-caps.

VAMC collects debt worth $702m

Việt Nam Asset Management Company (VAMC) has collected debt worth some VNĐ16 trillion (US$702 million) since the beginning of the year, VAMC’s general director Đoàn Văn Thắng revealed.

Cần Thơ to have US$663 million smart city

The southern city of Cần Thơ's leaders held a meeting on Tuesday with An Tín Group for a “smart city” in Võ Văn Kiệt Street with investment of VNĐ15 trillion (US$663.7 million).

Tax refund on H-shaped steel products

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has sent a document to General Department of Customs on tax refunds for H-shaped steel products which were eliminated from paying temporary anti-dumping duties.

ABT to acquire stake in Sao Ta Foods

Bến Tre Aquaproduct Import and Export JSC (ABT)’s managing board has approved the plan of purchasing 7.8 million shares, equal to a 20.1 per cent stake, of Sao Ta Foods JSC (FMC).

Ministry proposes tax law changes

The Ministry of Finance has proposed amendments to the Law on Tax Management, aiming to enhance efficiency of tax collection from multinational companies, cross-border transactions and online businesses.

Accountants warned on marginalisation

As digital technology transforms businesses and economies across the globe and increasingly affects the accountancy profession, it is imperative for members to equip themselves with the skills to deliver higher-value services or risk becoming marginalised by automation and artificial intelligence.

VN-Index advances on bank stocks

Vietnamese shares remained positive on both local exchanges on Tuesday as banking-financial stocks performed well on strong foreign purchases.

VN promises export of safe nut products

There is a growing demand for nuts, including cashew, and dried fruits globally, offering a good opportunity for the industry, the ninth Vinacas Golden Cashew Rendezvous held in Phú Quốc heard on Tuesday.

 

TechFest urges start-ups to reach full potential

Việt Nam needs to creatively promote innovative start-ups in order to ensure the global start-up wave is more than a short-term movement in Việt Nam, said Deputy Prime Minister Vũ Đức Đam at the opening ceremony of Techfest 2017.

Nikkei Asian Review Forum starts today

The Nikkei Asian Review Hanoi Forum, taking place in Hà Nội today, aims to commemorate and recognise Việt Nam and Japan’s strategic investment partnership as the former constantly enhances its global status as a leading economy in the ASEAN region.

Textile, garment expo attracts 400 exhibitors

A total of 400 exhibitors from 14 countries and territories will show their latest technologies and machines at the seventeenth edition of Việt Nam’s leading textile and garment trade fair in HCM City from November 22-25. 

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