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Nearly 100 Vietnamese plywood exporters face US trade probe

Key energy project development needs to accelerate for enough power supply

Experts believe that accelerating the development progress of projects in the energy sector can ensure electricity supply in both the short and long terms.

Capital increase regulation proposed to ensure safety for credit institutions

The State Bank draft circular, which has been released for public comments, supplements regulations on conditions for increasing capital at subsidiaries and affiliated companies of credit institutions.

Proposal to amend personal income tax law set for October next year

Minister of Finance Hồ Đức Phớc said that the ministry is currently conducting a review and assessment of tax laws, including the Personal Income Tax Law.

Enhanced income tax management on stock dividends

Management of personal income tax will be strengthened to ensure that individuals receiving stock dividends and payments in form of bonus shares fulfil their tax obligations.

Market likely to inch higher this week, experts forecast

The uptrend will continue for the next one or two sessions, potentially pushing the index towards the 1,280 point-level this week.

City to organise festival of ginseng, medicinal herbs

HCM City will organise the first International Ginseng and Fragrance and Medicinal Herbs Festival in HCM City from May 24 to 26.

E-commerce frauds require utmost in attention from regulators

Great efforts have been made to combat counterfeit goods on e-commerce channels amid booming e-commerce activities.

Ninh Bình looks to promote trade cooperation with France's Paris Ile-de-France region

Ninh Bình commits to providing the most favourable conditions for all foreign investors and businesses, including French ones, to explore investment opportunities in the northern locality.

Chu Lai Port installs specialised crane system

Chu Lai International Port belonging to Trường Hải International Logistics Limited Liability Company (THILOGI) has installed a new specialised crane system that costs more than VNĐ400 billion (US$15.7 million).

Traveloka partners with Cebu Pacific to boost travel to the Philippines

Philippines is a beautiful archipelago in Southeast Asia and is one of the top destinations for Vietnamese tourists.

Local heavy industry producer hands over two cranes to Chu Lai port

The cranes have been put into commercial operation with a total lifting capacity of 60 turns per hour, helping Chu Lai port increase productivity and cargo services.

Promoting e-commerce human resources training in Việt Nam

E-commerce staff are quite young and can quickly accept new technology, which could start businesses in the digital environment.

VN's Steel industry ranks 12th in world crude steel production

This accomplishment not only highlights the industry's rapid growth in production output but also signifies its increasing independence and diversification of product types.

Paint and printing ink firms advised to draw up effective business strategies

This year the painting industry has shown signs of recovery thanks to the Government’s efforts to mitigate difficulties in terms of funding and boost the property market. Wood paints and industrial paints are expected to grow by 20 per cent.

Hà Nội calls for investments in six urban areas projects

Hà Nội is aiming to raise the status of Đông Anh from a rural district to an urban district by 2025 with a large sum of investments in infrastructure system development planned in recent years.

HRC import from China soars, weighing on domestic producers

Statistics of the General Department of Customs showed that HRC import amounted 890,000 tonnes in April, 1.5 times higher the domestic total output with China accounting for 71 per cent.

Northern provinces need greater cooperation across industrial and trade sectors

For sustainable development, the localities' industry and trade departments need to further strengthen coordination to contribute to improving efficiency in production and business activities.

VNDirect pursues acquisition of culinary chains, including King BBQ and ThaiExpress, to expand portfolio

VNDirect is conducting procedures to buy shares in a company operating famous culinary chains such as King BBQ, ThaiExpress, Seoul Garden, Capricciosa, Tasaki BBQ, Meiwei and Khao Lao.

Policies need to be amended to promote microfinance

Experts have pointed out that current policies cannot encourage all social resources to participate in microfinancing activities.

VEPR forecasts Vietnamese economy growth at below 6 per cent

The Vietnamese economy has recovered in the first four months of this year with main growth drivers, including production and export, showing positive signs. However, there are persistent uncertainties ahead.