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HCM City to host Việt Nam International Sourcing 2023 in September

The event, to take place in HCM City from September 13-15, is expected to connect foreign importers and domestic manufacturers and exporters.

Digital transformation will drive tourism development: Deputy PM

The development of digital infrastructure and applications such as internet of things, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, interactive virtual reality, cloud computing, and big data analytics to transform and adapt to new trends and public investment will be among the focuses of digital transformation in tourism, Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà said.

VCCI calls for deeper cuts in administrative fees for online public services

Under VCCI's proposal, administrative fees should be cut by half for online services with low levels of usage and be abolished for those with very low levels.

Shipping route connects Tiên Sa Port and Long Beach Port

The first direct shipping route connecting the central city’s Tiên Sa Port and Long Beach Port, Oakland, the US, has been launched in hosting cargo ships from central Việt Nam to the US.

VPBank extends foreign room to a maximum of 30 per cent

As of September 5, VPBank's foreign room is 16 per cent, while the available ratio is 3.35 per cent.

Gov’t seeks measures to increase capital absorption of the economy

Deputy PM Lê Minh Khái highlighted that despite many directives from the Government and Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính concerning credit and interest rates, which have aided in the gradual advancement of the nation's economy amidst global challenges, the results haven't met expectations.

Việt Nam’s first-ever Intelligent Technology Exhibition takes place in HCM City

The exhibition will comprise a total of 200 booths showcasing more than 1,200 advanced technology products from various Asian enterprises, the event's organisers have announced.

Nearly VNĐ235 trillion raised through G-bonds in eight months

The State Treasury and the Vietnam Bank for Social Policies (VBSP) mobilised nearly VNĐ235 trillion (US$9.8 billion) in the first eight months of this year, the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX) has announced.

VN's industrial production increased by 2.9% in August

Việt Nam's industrial production index for the month of August increased by 2.9 per cent compared to the previous month and by 2.6 per cent compared to the same period last year., according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Vietnam Airlines to restore nearly 90% of international flight frequency

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines continues to increase flight frequency on routes to Europe, Australia, and China, thereby restoring nearly 90 per cent of its pre-pandemic international flight network.

VN-Index snaps six-day gain on profit-taking pressure

Market also witnessed a strong outflow of foreign capital on the southern exchange.

HCM City seeks to become locomotive driving VN’s digital economy

HCM City is intensively promoting development of its digital economy so that it can account for 20 per cent and 40 per cent of its economy by 2025 and 2030 as targeted.

AgroViet 2023 to showcase high-quality agricultural products from Việt Nam and abroad

The 23rd Vietnam International Agriculture Trade Fair (AgroViet 2023), themed "Connecting value chains, developing ecological and sustainable agriculture", is set to take place from September 14 to 17.

Vietjet President visits SOS village on the Vietnamese Independence Day

The female millionaire and her employees prepared a number of meaningful gifts for the children's new school year such as books and computers.

Việt Nam's stock market a bright spot in the Asian region: FTSE Russell

Global investors' attention are shifting to Vietnamese stocks which have higher long-term rate of return (ROR) than stocks on other emerging markets in the region and the world.

Saudi Arabia's largest business delegation visits Việt Nam

Among them are over 50 Saudi Arabian companies operating in a wide range of industries, including energy, information technology, the iron and steel industry, mining, industrial spare parts, construction, investment, healthcare, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, tourism, human resources, transportation, retail, furniture, apparel, agriculture, and fisheries.

Foreign exchange rate forecast not to be under great pressure as in 2022

The foreign exchange rate has significantly fluctuated recently but experts forecast the rate in the remaining months of 2023 will not be under great pressure as in 2022.

PMI back above 50 mark for first time in six months

Việt Nam's manufacturing sector returned to growth in August as some signs of recovery in demand supported renewed increases in both new orders and production, according to the S&P Global Việt Nam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index™ (PMI).

Industrial sector faces the most difficulties in Việt Nam's economy

Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Trần Quốc Phương spoke to Vietnam News Agency about solutions that are implemented until the end of the year to reach the economic growth target.

Global brands sign up with discounts for HCM City’s Flash Sales Holiday

More than 120 well-known brands selling handbags, luggage, footwear, cosmetics, perfumes, watches, jewellery, accessories, and other fashion items will offer discounts of up to 90 per cent at the first Flash Sale Holiday to be held in HCM City from September 8 to 10.