E-commerce workforce needs boosting

The country’s e-commerce market surpassed US$25 billion last year, growing by 22 per cent year-on-year, and now accounts for approximately nine per cent of total retail sales in goods and consumer services.

VCCI calls for removing restrictions on rice traders

The condition that traders must own, rather than lease, warehouses for storing rice is inconsistent with market principles. It increases entry costs, creates challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises, and contradicts the spirit of Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on promoting the private sector, which emphasises "regulation, not prohibition".

EU to send inspection delegation to VN over some agricultural exports

During the ten-day mission, EU experts are expected to visit growing areas, processing plants and packaging facilities to directly evaluate compliance with European food safety regulations. In addition to field visits, the EU delegation will meet with some local quality control firms.

New Zealand, Việt Nam expand timber trade partnership

Under the agreement, New Zealand’s radiata pine will be recognised under Việt Nam’s evolving timber construction standards, paving the way for increased market access in the rapidly developing Vietnamese market.

Government steps up gold market reform

Persistent issues, including market manipulation, price speculation, and significant discrepancies between domestic and international prices, and gold smuggling continue to pose problems.

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