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Building materials sector pushed beyond raw extraction

5G will play key role in building a digital economy, experts say

Experts highlighted the important role of digital infrastructure, especially 5G, in developing Việt Nam's digital economy at a workshop in Hà Nội on September 30.

Central bank takes bold actions to stablise gold market

Amid complex fluctuations in the gold market, the State Bank of Việt Nam (SBV) has taken several measures to stabilise the domestic market.

As recovery continues, Việt Nam awaits further lift

Việt Nam’s economic recovery continues to firm up as the Year of the Dragon progresses. Growth improved in the second quarter, rising 6.9 per cent year-on-year, according to economists from HSBC Vietnam.

South Korean port facilitates high-end furniture exports to Việt Nam

The export volume is expected to continue to increase as the high-end office furniture market in Việt Nam expands.

SHB named “Best Bank for SMEs in Việt Nam” by Euromoney

Saigon – Hanoi Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SHB) has been honoured with the prestigious “Best Bank for SMEs in Việt Nam” title at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2024.

Green investment funds forecast to grow in Việt Nam

The United Vietnam ESG Equity Fund (UVEEF) of UOB Asset Management Vietnam (UOBAM Vietnam) is currently the first and only open-ended fund in the Vietnamese financial market that applies ESG standards to select investment stocks.

Incheon int'l port creates export channel for South Korean office furniture to Việt Nam

The export of South Korean office furniture to Việt Nam via the Incheon internation port since April this year has witnessed initial results, according to the port authority.

First Việt Nam fruit festival opens in China

The two-day festival includes direct trade exchanges between Vietnamese businesses and Chinese fruit importers and distributors, a product experience programme and a seminar on the potential for Vietnamese fruit exports.

Việt Nam, Mongolia seek to boost trade cooperation

The State visit to Mongolia by Party General Secretary and State President Tô Lâm is expected to open up new avenues for businesses in both countries to expand their partnerships and explore investment opportunities.

Stock market benefits from supportive policies and foreign capital inflow

The stock market received a lot of positive macroeconomic news during the week, serving as an inspirational driver for strong capital inflows.

Unprecedented opportunity for oil giants in offshore wind power

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the oil and gas sector's experience in executing offshore projects contributes significantly to sharing supply chains and technology.

Rubber industry implements green growth to promote exports

From QR codes on products to re-using water at factories, many rubber companies are applying green credentials in order to secure export orders and also cut costs.

Avoid borrowing to invest amid gold price frenzy: expert

The domestic gold market shone last week, with prices of gold rings continuously breaking records and even surpassing the buying price of SJC gold bars.

Vietnamese firms urged to focus on high-quality tea products

In the 2018-23 period, Việt Nam exported between 125,000 and 140,000 tonnes of tea each year, according to the Vietnam Tea Association.

Drone pesticide spraying takes off at training session

Drone pesticide application ensures equivalent or even higher efficacy when compared to the manual spraying method using a backpack sprayer, said Huỳnh Tấn Đạt, Director of the Plant Protection Department, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD).

Aeon Vietnam officially opens AEON Ta Quang Buu

On September 26, AEON Vietnam Co., Ltd. (AEON Vietnam) officially opened AEON Ta Quang Buu, its eighth General Merchandise Store in Vietnam.

Taxpayers call for stricter measures to accelerate VAT refunds

The HCM City Tax Department has retroactively collected VNĐ36.7 billion, indicating that VNĐ127 billion cannot be refunded or offset. As of June 2020, the unresolved VAT amount has surged to VNĐ366 billion.

Việt Nam Card Day 2024 to be held early next month

The fourth Việt Nam Card Day 2024 is set to take place in Hà Nội between October 5 and 6 with the theme Open Banking, aiming to reach students, families and young people aged 15 to 40, who require convenient digital payment solutions and online transaction options.

VPBank and LOTTE C&F partner to deliver innovative Buy Now Pay Later financial solutions

VPBank and LOTTE C&F will focus on delivering specialised digital financial solutions by leveraging the technology platforms and ecosystems of both organisations.

Agricultural, forestry and fishery trade turnover reaches nearly $70 billion

In the first half of September 2024, the trade turnover of key agricultural, forestry, and fishery products was estimated at $1.48 billion, with exports reaching $1.03 billion and imports totalling $448 million.