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Ministry proposes applying technology to quality control

Technological solutions include barcodes and electronic labelling, which are tools for manufacturers to monitor product quality and trace origin.

Hà Nội's prime retail sector among the fastest-growing in the region

Rents for prime spaces in Hà Nội’s central areas stand at a competitive US$96.4 per square metre.

Việt Nam backs WTO-led multilateral trade system: diplomat

Việt Nam consistently supports a multilateral trade system, with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) at its core, Minister-Counsellor, Deputy Permanent Representative of Việt Nam to the WTO Lê Đình Bá has said.

Viettel Post to pay $7.4 mil cash dividend

The shareholder list closure date and payment are scheduled for September and October.

Market returns to a downward trend on Friday

On the southern bourse, market breadth was negative with 147 stocks declining, 142 advancing, and 67 remaining unchanged.

Ministry of Finance to inspect insurers for motor insurance compliance

The Ministry of Finance will inspect four non-life insurance companies in 2024 to ensure adherence to mandatory motor vehicle insurance regulations.

Foreign trade expected to set new record this year

A sharp rise has been recorded in foreign trade over the past few months, and if this upward trend is sustained, this year’s foreign trade turnover is likely to break the record of US$732 billion set in 2022.

South Korean Free Trade Zone companies seek partnerships with Vietnamese importers

More than 60 meetings were arranged between South Korean companies from the Free Trade Zone and Vietnamese importers in a trade promotion meeting taking place this week.

Ministry asks localities to look more closely at housing prices amid abnormal increases

The Ministry of Construction has asked localities to impose stricter controls over prices of apartments and land, because of recent volatility.

New securities accounts in August reach record high in over two years

August saw the highest number of new securities accounts opened in more than two years, dating back to May 2022.

Largest ever US agricultural trade delegation visits Việt Nam, seeks cooperation opportunities

The trade mission aims to connect with key importers via business-to-business meetings, and to gain insights into local and regional market conditions through site visits and discussions with industry experts and government officials.

Banks ramp up sale of real estate collateral to recover bad debts

Many banks have recently rushed to put up real estate collateral for sale to recover bad debts, but they are finding it difficult to sell the assets despite reducing prices.

Gold prices likely won't peak, for a while

Gold prices may see some minor increases in the coming months but in the long run, the precious metal will likely lose its appeal, said industry experts and policymakers.

Livestock industry awards to be given in October

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development will give away the prestigious Livestock Industry Awards to celebrate excellence in all aspects of the industry, from creating new breeds to cutting-edge biosecurity solutions.

Demand for land in industrial zones remains high: Savills

General Director of Savills Việt Nam Neil MacGregor said that since the beginning of this year, Việt Nam has emerged with a stable growth rate and is a favourite destination for diverse foreign direct investment flows from countries like Singapore, China and Japan.