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Building materials sector pushed beyond raw extraction

More consumption promotion programmes until year end

The Ministry of Industry and Trade will organise a national promotion programme - Vietnam Grand Sale 2024 - from December 2 to 31.

Viconship bolsters core business through ongoing M&A efforts

The leading port enterprise in Hải Phòng City strengthens the maritime-transport ecosystem, by focusing on core business areas and withdrawing from non-essential sectors.

North-South high-speed railway should employ public-private partnerships

The government should focus on building infrastructure, while the private sector equips it with supporting facilities, from which they can generate profits to recover their investments, say experts.

Hà Nội accelerates agricultural brand building

The capital city aims to help agricultural cooperatives meet the requirements of international markets for food safety and traceability.

Electronic contract signing a key part of Việt Nam's digital economy

Businesses across the country have adopted multiple electronic authentication solutions to enhance operational efficiency, including tools such as electronic certification, digital signatures, eKYC, identity verification and electronic contracts.

Revising the Electricity Law to create a legal framework for developing energy sources

Having been in effect for nearly 20 years, with four previous amendments, the law still faces challenges that the current provisions have yet to fully address.

Market continues downward trend as foreign investors extend selling streak

On the Hồ Chí Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the VN-Index closed at 1,281.08 points, while foreign investors maintained their strong selling activity.

Sustainable food forum opens in HCM City

A forum discussing solutions for sustainable development within the agri-food sector opened in HCM City on Wednesday (October 16).

Construction giant Sông Đà Corp to divest from 23 subsidiaries

The Sông Đà Corporation is the main contractor for most hydroelectric projects in Việt Nam.

Việt Nam, Korea IT conference opens in HCM City

The programme called “Việt Nam and Korea in the IT Sector” is organised by the HCM City Computer Association (HCA) in collaboration with Meta Square.

Viettel officially launches 5G network & mobile packages, first in the country

The network has been in development since 2019 and has been testing since August.

Bắc Ninh welcomes new Tiên Sơn Inland Port

The Tiên Sơn Inland Port, spanning 114,836 square metres, is projected to handle about 120,000 TEUs (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units) annually.

HRC steel imports surge despite anti-dumping investigation

Hot-rolled coil (HRC) steel imports are pouring into Việt Nam despite an ongoing anti-dumping investigation.

Việt Nam initiates 29 trade defence investigations

Việt Nam has initiated 29 trade defence investigations to protect its domestic market and businesses' interests, thus increasing state budget revenue by approximately VNĐ1.5 trillion (US$60.4 million) a year.

SABECO collaborates to advance circular economy

SABECO on Monday participated for the first time in an exhibition showcasing achievements in applying the circular economy model, organised by the Vietnam Packaging Recycling Alliance (PRO Việt Nam).

Equity funds triumph in market on stock investments

Last month, 87 per cent of equity funds (55 out of 61 funds surveyed) outperformed the VN-Index.

Outstanding Vietnamese farmers, cooperatives honoured

National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn on October 14 attended a ceremony to honour outstanding Vietnamese farmers and cooperatives nationwide in 2024 on the occasion of the 94th anniversary of the Việt Nam Farmers' Union (October 14, 1930 - 2024).

Property sector remains vulnerable to money laundering: SBV

Việt Nam's property sector remains vulnerable to money laundering with the risk of money laundering activities in the sector being high, said the latest report by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Traditional traders face obstacles with livestreaming

Despite livestreaming having become a popular e-commerce trend followed by many traders and companies, it remains a challenge for sellers at traditional markets.

New regulations on foreign indirect investment in Việt Nam drafted

The SBV new circular will regulate the opening and use of Vietnamese đồng-denominated accounts for foreign investors, in order to conduct foreign indirect investment activities in Việt Nam.