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The Chinese market's prospects go hand in hand with competition

In the first quarter, many markets experienced a deep decline, but China is still the brightest market, with high expectations for orders in the coming quarters. However, competitive pressure is also great because exporters and traders from many countries also focus on this market after opening.

Image: Major economic centers see edge blunter in 2022 PCI rankings

Major economic centers see edge blunter in 2022 PCI rankings

HCMC – Four out of the country’s five centrally-governed cities saw significant drops in competitiveness rankings in the 18th Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) report, which was released yesterday, April 11. Danang City saw its PCI plunging five notches to the 9th place, while Can Tho tumbled

Image: Deputy PM urges anti-dust measures at Long Thanh airport project

Deputy PM urges anti-dust measures at Long Thanh airport project

HCMC – Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has requested the relevant parties to expedite measures to prevent red soil dust at the Long Thanh airport project from impacting the nearby residential areas. A meeting chaired by the deputy PM was held on April 11 to cope with issues arising in the

Image: Over one million phone numbers face deactivation

Over one million phone numbers face deactivation

HCMC – Around 1.2 million mobile phone numbers blocked from making calls, sending text messages or use the Internet since March 31 will be deactivated if their data is not updated within four days. An additional 394,000 phone users updated their information and got their phone numbers verified

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