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Image: VAT cut proposed to prop up economy

VAT cut proposed to prop up economy

HCMC – The Tax Policy Department under the Ministry of Finance has proposed revising down the value-added tax (VAT) from 10% to 8% for certain goods and services to boost consumption and economic growth. The department proposed two options for the VAT reduction in a draft resolution for the

Image: The reason why Hoi An decided to charge the entrance fee of tourists who go to Ancient Town

The reason why Hoi An decided to charge the entrance fee of tourists who go to Ancient Town

Only more than 40% of visitors to Hoi An old town bought tickets which caused losses, while the cost of preservation and human resources is large, so the authority works closely in selling entrance tickets.

Image: President Thuong’s Laos visit helps boost bilateral ties

President Thuong’s Laos visit helps boost bilateral ties

HCMC – Vietnam’s State President Vo Van Thuong’s official visit to Laos will help bolster bilateral ties between Vietnam and Laos. President Thuong took part in 18 activities in the Lao capital of Vientiane, thus creating a new impetus for bilateral cooperation and contributing to executing the

Image: U.S. State Secretary Blinken set to visit Vietnam this week

U.S. State Secretary Blinken set to visit Vietnam this week

HCMC – U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit Vietnam at the invitation of Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son from April 14 to 16. The Vietnam visit is expected to promote bilateral relations as the two countries are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam-U.S.

Image: Skip the hustle and bustle of the city and try a leisurely day in Da Man

Skip the hustle and bustle of the city and try a leisurely day in Da Man

“It’s been a long time since I’ve seen the sky full of stars and peace like this,” said travel blogger Vinh Bear while looking at [...]

Image: The woman’s self-stored fish bread for 30 years, although “hiding in the alley”, sells more than 300 loaves every day.

The woman’s self-stored fish bread for 30 years, although “hiding in the alley”, sells more than 300 loaves every day.

Aunt Oanh’s heirloom bread, even though there is no sign, no advertisement or sale on delivery applications, is still crowded with customers to enjoy. The [...]

Image: Masjid Al Ehsan Cathedral: the most beautiful church in An Giang

Masjid Al Ehsan Cathedral: the most beautiful church in An Giang

Masjid Al Ehsan Cathedral is one of the famous cultural and spiritual tourist sites in An Giang province. Exploring the cathedral, visitors will have great experiences [...]

Image: Ministry of Construction proposes no time limit for condo ownership

Ministry of Construction proposes no time limit for condo ownership

HCMC – The Ministry of Construction has proposed not setting a time limit for condo ownership in the draft of the amended Housing Law, citing concerns over huge impact on society. In March, the Government sent the National Assembly Standing Committee the draft that included a proposal for imposing

Image: The beautiful cafes in Ta Xua just need to sit down and touch the clouds

The beautiful cafes in Ta Xua just need to sit down and touch the clouds

If you want to enjoy the scenery of hunting clouds, you must immediately save the beautiful cafes in Ta Xua introduced right here. Every shop has [...]

Image: Do Theater in Nha Trang: a check-in point with bold Vietnamese identity of the country of “Tram Huong”

Do Theater in Nha Trang: a check-in point with bold Vietnamese identity of the country of “Tram Huong”

Inspired by a folk fishing tool of Vietnam, Nha Trang Do Theater with its unique architecture imbued with indigenous culture is an attractive new check-in [...]

Vietnamese pangasius is popular in many markets

The Chinese market and some countries are attracted by Vietnamese pangasius products because of their good prices. Pangasius exports in March and April 2023 are expected to increase gradually compared to the first months of the year.

Image: Three pharma firms have import licenses suspended over quality violations

Three pharma firms have import licenses suspended over quality violations

HCMC – The Drug Administration of Vietnam has decided to suspend the licenses of three pharmaceutical companies for the import of pharmaceutical products and materials over quality violations, the local media reported. The three companies are the HCMC Medical Import Export Joint Stock Company, the