Strong export growth but many challenges remain
The total trade turnover in July exceeded US$70 billion for the first time, of which exports reached a record of over $36 billion, marking the month with the highest export value ever.
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New land and housing laws expected to better allocate resources for economic growth
Starting August 1, 2024, three key laws - the 2024 Land Law, the amended Housing Law, and the amended Real Estate Business Law came into effect. These laws are expected to significantly boost the land, housing, and real estate markets by improving legal frameworks, removing obstacles, and better allocating resources for economic growth.
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Hà Nội enhances effectiveness of agricultural product chains
According to the Hà Nội Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the city has 159 safe agricultural and food product chains
HCMC food producers need to go green: experts
HCM City’s food and foodstuff sector is doing well in terms of exports, but has to heed the green production trend, experts have said.
Anti-corruption drive should not hinder Việt Nam’s public spending efforts: experts
Việt Nam is grappling with challenges in accelerating public spending as a result of the ongoing anti-corruption campaign, which has led to indecision and delays, experts warned.
Stock market expected to continue recovery in the remainder of the year
The VN-Index may face profit-taking pressure in the early trading sessions next week before attempting to reclaim the resistance level of 1,250 points, while the VN30-Index may require a correction before testing the 1,290-point zone, according to the Head of Analysis at Sài Gòn-Hà Nội Securities (SHS).
SABECO triumphs at 2024 World Beer Awards
Saigon Beer-Alcohol-Beverage Corporation (SABECO) and its all four entries have received awards for their taste and quality as voted by the experts at the 2024 World Beer Awards.
Ample room remains for Việt Nam-China trade, investment cooperation
There remains ample room for Việt Nam and China to cooperate in trade and investment, according to Chinese experts.
Construction of Cát Bà Central Bay tourism and commercial service project starts
The project has a scale of more than 45.7 hectares, with a total investment of more than VNĐ12.4 trillion (US$511.25 million).
Trà Vinh announces list of 46 projects calling for investment
The Mekong Delta province of Trà Vinh has announced a list of 46 projects calling for investment in many fields.
Việt Nam to host Generative AI Summit for the first time
The Generative AI Summit 2024, themed 'Uncharted Frontiers,' will take place on August 18, 2024, at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. This is the first time the conference has been held in Vietnam.
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Businesses harvest 'sweet fruits' through nature-based solutions
NbS leverage ecosystems and natural processes to address social, economic, and environmental challenges. These solutions protect and restore nature while fostering economic and social well-being within communities.
Flexible policies needed for social housing mega-project
More flexible policies will help create incentives to attract investors and unlock the potential for expanding the social housing sector in Việt Nam.
HCMC offers support, low-interest loans to businesses
Businesses in HCM City have received support to access favourable loans to bolster production and operation activities, a top official said.
Transport sector plans to reach a public investment disbursement rate of 98 per cent this year
The Ministry of Transport plans to disburse a sum worth VNĐ75.824 trillion (US$3.03 billion) or 98.5 per cent of the allocated public investment this year, according to the ministry’s Department of Planning and Investment.
Hưng Yên joins with Central Retail Việt Nam to organise a promotion week for Lồng longan and local farm produce
Hưng Yên Province People’s Committee has joined with Central Retail Việt Nam to organise a promotion week for Lồng longan and local farm produces at 22 supermarkets of the retailer.
M&A market waiting for big deals
In the first seven months of 2024, foreign investment channeled into new and existing projects increased sharply compared to the same period last year, by 35.6 per cent to US$10.8 billion and 19.4 per cent to nearly $5 billion, respectively.
Imposing 5% VAT on fertilisers will bring difficulty to farmers
If 5 per cent VAT is added to fertilisers, farmers will be greatly affected because prices will increase, leading to higher cost of agricultural products.
Vietjet puts on 25,000 extra seats around Vietnamese National Day
With the expected surge in passenger traffic during the Việt Nam National Day peak travel period, Vietjet has also concentrated resources, including additional personnel at airports.
Real estate inventories remain high: MoC
More than 17,100 apartments and land plots of real estate projects across the country remain on the market in the second quarter of this year, with land plots and houses doubling that of apartments, the Ministry of Construction (MoC) reported on Wednesday.
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