PM asks for parliament's approval on lower GDP growth amid virus challenges

Việt Nam Government sets its sight maximum GDP growth of 5.2 per cent in best case scenarios this year, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to ravage the world’s economy. 

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Budget overspending forecast to increase this year due to COVID-19

The Ministry of Finance forecast that the budget overspending at 5-5.1 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) this year, about 1.5-1.6 percentage points higher than the Government’s plan due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prompt actions for economic revival as soon as COVID-19 pandemic under control: PM

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc asked for prompt actions right now for an economic revival while Việt Nam is making great efforts in fighting COVID-19.

PM orders faster disbursement of public funds

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc on Friday asked the Finance Ministry (MoF) to work closely with the Ministry of Planning and Investment to step up public investment disbursement. 

Billionaire village turns to ghost town

Six years ago, a village of tycoons appeared in Sơn Tây District, in the central province of Quảng Ngãi, as local people became billionaires overnight thanks to land compensation from a hydropower project.

Top 10 economic events of Việt Nam in 2019 The year 2019 closed with remarkable achievements for Việt Nam's economy, building a steady foundation for sustainable development. The Vietnam News Agency has selected the top 10 outstanding economic events of the year.

Top 10 events of Việt Nam in 2019 selected by VNA

The Việt Nam News Agency (VNA) has selected the top 10 events that shaped the country in 2019:

EU budget rules need rethink, says new commissioner The EU's new economy commissioner Paolo Gentiloni said the bloc should consider loosening its strict budget deficit rules to respond to climate risks and weak growth, echoing a similar call by French President Emmanuel Macron.

Deputies question Long Thành Airport investor choice Heated debate broke out in the National Assembly yesterday over the Government’s preferred investor for the Long Thành Airport project, as the firm will have to borrow billions of dollars to be capable of building the airport.