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Việt Nam streamlines telecom quality rules to cut compliance burden

Hải Dương to invest VNĐ1.4 trillion in developing another logistics complex

Hải Dương Province plans to invest more than VNĐ1.4 trillion ($55 million) to develop a logistics, petroleum and cargo port complex in Kinh Môn Town.

Finance ministry cuts fees to aid businesses, citizens from July 1

This marks the fourth time the ministry has imposed fee reductions of 10-50 per cent, which is estimated to have a budgetary impact of about VNĐ700 billion (US$29.1 million).

Bắc Giang lychee prices reach record high

This surge is attributed to adverse weather conditions that significantly reduced Bắc Giang’s lychee output, which now stands at nearly 100,000 tonnes, around half of last year's production.

VN has huge potential in semiconductor industry: US expert

Việt Nam has a huge potential to promote the development of the semiconductor industry and artificial intelligence (AI) with an abundant young and well-trained individuals, a leading non-engineer semiconductor specialist in the US said.

Inflation a concern following salary increases

With many goods already witnessing sharp price increases in the first half of 2024, and incomes still struggling to bounce back from economic hardships, families are bracing for a potential squeeze on their budgets.

National Assembly ratifies UK’s CPTPP accession

With CPTPP and UKVFTA, Việt Nam’s goods, especially those of export strength such as agro-forestry-fishery, garment and textile, footwear and electronics, will have more access to the UK – a market with high consumption demand and spending levels.

Import-export turnover through Lào Cai Border Gate reaches nearly $1.6 billion

Of which, the export value is estimated to reach $866.6 million in the first six months of this year, equal to 186.24 per cent compared to the same period last year.

Bảo Việt to allocate $29m for 2023 cash dividends to shareholders

For profit distribution, Bảo Việt recorded a total post-tax profit of VNĐ1.12 trillion in 2023.

AI propels renewable energy to new heights

In Việt Nam, AI is expected to be adopted across smart buildings, urban transportation and electric vehicle charging infrastructure to enhance energy security.

The market sees a significant drop as foreign investors continue net selling

Benchmark indices moved in different directions on Friday as blue-chip stocks saw a withdrawal in capital while foreign investors continue net selling for 17 straight sessions.

IFC and Welcome Financial Group collaborate to tackle non-performing loans in Việt Nam

The platform aims to offload up to $1.2 billion in NPLs, enabling up to 400,000 debtors to regain formal credit access.

National Council for Sustainable Development established

The Council's responsibilities include researching, advising and recommending policies and mechanisms for sustainable development, on a national scale.

RoK extends e-group visa issuance for Vietnamese tourists

The Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Ministry of Justice on Thursday announced the extension of the pilot e-group visa programme for citizens of the Philippines, Indonesia and Việt Nam for an additional two years.

Vietjet named in Forbes’ top 50 listed Vietnamese companies

Based on the 2023 audited business results, Vietjet ranks fifth in terms of revenue with VNĐ58.3 trillion, an increase of 45 per cent over the same period in 2022.

Week of mechanical products, digital technology begins in HCM City

The Week for Business Matching and Introduction of Products in Mechanics, Digital Technology, Electrical and Electronics Industry began in HCM City on June 27.

Việt Nam, Cambodia look forward to $20 billion trade

Trade between Việt Nam and Cambodia is expected to reach US$20 billion.

Hoa Sen Group ties up with Singapore’s SP for clean energy

Steel producer Hoa Sen Group has signed a deal with Singapore’s SP for consultancy to switch to clean energy at all its plants.

Deputy PM receives Group Chairman of Standard Chartered in Hà Nội

Deputy Prime Minister Lê Minh Khái on June 27 received visiting Group Chairman José Viñals of the UK-based Standard Chartered PLC.

More than $1 billion needed to train 50,000 semiconductor engineers

The MPI has reported back to the Prime Minister on the project 'Developing human resources in the semiconductor industry to 2030, with a vision to 2050'.