Squid, octopus exports to China remain on the rise
NDO/VNA – Vietnam has recorded continual growth in squid and octopus exports to China over the last three years, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).
Vietnam imposes antidumping tax on sugar imported from Thailand
On specific sugar goods imported from Thailand, Vietnam has levied a combined tax of 47.64 percent, including 42.99 percent for antidumping and 4.65 percent for countervailing duties.
Hotels see dark days as pandemic rages on
The Covid-19 pandemic continues to severely affect the hotel industry in Vietnam. Many hotels that persevered for over a year with hardly any guests have eventually resigned to their fate and are preparing to shut down. Travel reporters would remind each other of an old colleague's gaffe prior to
Boosting domestic investment to bolster economic growth: experts
NDO - Vietnam’s dual goal of virus containment and economic growth has become more difficult to achieve as the virus is now more contagious and has penetrated into industrial parks.
Napas unveils unified QR code system for bank transfers
NDO - The National Payment Services Corporation (Napas) has unveiled a QR code standard, known as VietQR, which will be used for quick wire transfers between banks in the company’s network.
Vietnam emerges as one of new PPE suppliers globally: IFC
Vietnam has emerged as one of the new personal protective equipment (PPE) suppliers globally. Its PPE manufacturing capacity surged six-fold last year, according to the International Finance Corporation. The aim is to improve PPE producers' operations and reduce costs by removing burdens.
Three railways from HCMC proposed for development in 2021-2030
HCMC-Nha Trang and HCMC-Can Tho high-speed railways and a light rail are projected to be developed in the 2021-2030 period. Vietnam Railway Authority has submitted a draft plan on the railway development to the Ministry of Transport.
Over 170 travel firms in HCMC leave market in five months
HCMC, one of the country's most popular attractions, has been among the most affected localities. Some 171 travel companies in HCMC suspended operations in the first five months of this year as the Covid-19 pandemic continued to impact the tourism industry severely.
The main index continues to rise
The VN-Index of the Hochiminh Stock Exchange extended its winning streak to the third consecutive session. Property and securities stocks and several largecaps helped the main index move up on Thursday. The main index closed 5.64 points, or 0.41%, from the session earlier.
CAAV asks Transport Ministry for consultancy over cargo airline project
CAAV said that in accordance with the Investment Law, the IPP Air Cargo airline project is not included in the list of projects whose investment plans need to be approved by relevant agencies.
Vingroup – open arms turn wider for the community
As the largest private group in Vietnam, Vingroup is one of the enterprises that have contributed the most to the community in Vietnam, more so in tough times like now when both the economy and people are reeling from COVID-19. Vingroup has annually opened wide its coffer on corporate social
Manufacturing plays pivotal role in FDI attraction
NDO – The manufacturing sector has taken the lead in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) capital since early this year, accounting for over 43% of total new FDI capital in Vietnam.
Personal income tax collection from stock traders in Jan-May surges 320% y-o-y
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and relatively low interest rates, limited investment choices have prompted individuals in Vietnam to look for more lucrative investment channels, including stocks.
Finance Ministry launches inspection into HoSE
Over the past few months, the overload of order placing has become frequent on the southern bourse, and it has been getting worse since early this month.