Camping on craggy cliffs in Ha Giang, Vietnam unforgettable experience in life
One of the famous tourist destinations in the Northwest is the land of Ha Giang, which owns the Nho Que River, pristine rocky plateau, and winding roads. It must be said that Ha Giang is a gift that nature bestows on Vietnam, a place that both domestic and foreign tourists want to
Getting back on track
HCMC’s exports plunged to a 22-year low due to a nearly 17% year-on-year drop in the first quarter of this year, exposing the local manufacturing and export sectors to formidable challenges. Along with their efforts, businesses are seeking practical and timely support policies from the Government
Reminiscing flavor of white sardine salad
It might not look as sophisticated as many other dishes, but the white sardine salad (goi ca mai) of the coastal city of Quy Nhon lures tourists with its sour, spicy, salty and sweet flavors. White sardines are quite similar to anchovies in appearance, but they have a clearer and firmer flesh.
Time for debt restructuring
One of the greatest concerns at the moment is the “time bomb” called corporate bonds, which may also affect the credit quality of the banking system. With a considerable volume of corporate bonds falling due in the rest of this year, what should banks do if issuing organizations fail to pay
A fiscal expansion
A solution to economic growth that the Government has doubled down on is to spur public investment, with major infrastructure projects given a focus. Such efforts have yet to pay off. What is the problem? Fiscal expansion In March 2023, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), the central bank, twice
A journey of healing
Henrike Doornbos, who has lived in and out of Vietnam, has been battling depression most of her life. After reading about it and seeking help, she overcame her mental problems and began a career as a life coach in Vietnam. She speaks to The Saigon Times about her journey with depression, why
Vietnam's fruit exports to China and Laos increased sharply
Vietnam's fruit are heavily imported into China and Laos.
Northern Vietnam faces the risk of 4900 megawatts of power shortage in this 2023 dry season
According to EVN's calculations, the northern power system faces a shortage risk of 1600 to 4900 megawatts in May and June.
The State Bank proposes a capital increase for Vietcombank, Vietinbank, BIDV, and Agribank
The State Bank has submitted to the Prime Minister a plan to increase capital for the group of 4 largest state-owned banks in Vietnam (including Vietcombank, Agribank, BIDV, and Vietinbank). The Big 4 group is currently leading in terms of total assets, capital base, and prestige in Vietnam.
The Government proposes to the National Assembly to reduce VAT at the May meeting
The Government asked the National Assembly Standing Committee to allow a draft resolution on reducing VAT from 10% to 8% to support people and businesses in a shorter order, procedures and submit it to the National Assembly for approval through the process of a meeting next May.
Facing the global minimum tax
The day the global minimum tax takes effect is drawing near. Seminars have been held over the past two weeks, one after another, to discuss this topic. But a final say about whether Vietnam will uphold the tax has yet to be heard, putting FDI businesses under tenterhooks. Some 90 groups feel the
The return of hope
Modest growth reported by securities firms in the first quarter of 2023 came as no surprise given the dismal market conditions and the high base in the year-ago period. A predictable fall Securities firms reported lower revenue and profit in the first three months of the year. Leading companies