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Vietnam needs radical solutions to protect value of agricultural products, “rescues” don’t help

Vietnam needs to raise radical solutions to build an agricultural production industry based on the market demand together with promoting markets and protecting value for farm produces, critical to prevent arbitrary abuse of “rescues” which don’t really help, experts said.

Dong Nai to export 500,000 tonnes of bananas this year

The southern province of Dong Nai has set a target of exporting 500,000 tonnes of fresh bananas this year.

Hong Kong unveils US$97 billion post-pandemic budget

Hong Kong's finance chief unveiled a HK$761 billion (US$97 billion) budget on Wednesday, plunging into the coffers to pay for the recession-hit city's post-Covid recovery.

Falling interest rates facilitate production and business sectors

Many banks have just launched credit packages with preferential lending interest rates that decreased by between 0.5-3% per year for customers in the fields of business and production, including real estate.

Deputy PM urges site clearance deadline for Long Thanh airport

Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha has asked the southern province of Dong Nai and the Airports Corporation of Vietnam to hand over the remaining land for the construction of Long Thanh International Airport.

Petrol prices slightly fall on Tuesday

Fuel prices were reduced in the latest adjustment made by the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday.

Foreign firms eye Vietnamese market

As several foreign investors are eyeing Vietnam for opportunities, the country must make greater efforts to improve the investment climate.

7.4 trillion VND earmarked for rail infrastructure development this year

Six projects worth over 7.4 trillion VND (310.46 million USD) are expected to begin this year serving railway infrastructure upgrade.

Many foreign funds enjoy profits in January

After recording a difficult year with heavy losses in 2022, earlier this year a series of investment funds reported strong growth in profits.

HCM City firm lays off 3,000 workers as orders fall

Pou Yuen Vietnam Co. Ltd., in HCM City has announced plans to lay off some 3,000 workers due to falling number of orders, according to the municipal Department of Labour, Invalids, and Social Affairs.

Asian markets swing on lingering rate concerns

Asian markets were mixed Monday with traders on edge as they considered the prospect of more US interest rate hikes aimed at bringing down stubbornly high inflation.

Agricultural sector targets attracting 25 billion USD in FDI by 2030

The agricultural sector targets attracting 25 billion USD in foreign direct investment by 2030, along with 5 billion USD in loans and 1 billion USD in grants.

Canada workshop explores business opportunities in Vietnam

Vietnam-Canada Business Association in Vancouver held a workshop on February 18 to give Canadian businesses insights into the Vietnamese market.

SBV to prioritise credit for production, business in HCM City

The State Bank of Vietnam’s HCM City branch will continue to prioritise credit for production and business, especially in priority sectors, to boost economic recovery.

EuroCham launches 2023 Whitebook, reaffirms commitment to Vietnam market

The European Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (EuroCham) hosted a business-to-government dialogue forum on February 16 in Hanoi and launched its 2023 Whitebook themed “Working Toward a Green Economy and Sustainable Development”.

Asian markets rise as traders evaluate strong US economy

Asian markets pushed higher Thursday, extending gains in New York and Europe, as a forecast-busting US retail sales report showed American consumers remained confident despite elevated inflation and the prospect of more interest rate hikes.

Vinh Long famers face large orange stockpile

Farmers in the Mekong Delta province of Vinh Long have stockpiled an inventory of around 80,000 tonnes of King Oranges.

NA Chairman works with EU-ABC, EuroCham delegation

Chairman of the National Assembly Vương Đình Huệ had a working session with a delegation of the EU-ASEAN Business Council (EU-ABC) and the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham), with representatives from nearly 50 businesses and groups, in

60 per cent of Japanese firms plan expansion in Vietnam, highest in Southeast Asia

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Vietnam needs radical solutions to protect value of agricultural products, “rescues” don’t help

Dong Nai to export 500,000 tonnes of bananas this year

Hong Kong unveils US$97 billion post-pandemic budget

Falling interest rates facilitate production and business sectors

Deputy PM urges site clearance deadline for Long Thanh airport

Petrol prices slightly fall on Tuesday

Foreign firms eye Vietnamese market

7.4 trillion VND earmarked for rail infrastructure development this year

Many foreign funds enjoy profits in January

HCM City firm lays off 3,000 workers as orders fall

Asian markets swing on lingering rate concerns

Agricultural sector targets attracting 25 billion USD in FDI by 2030

Canada workshop explores business opportunities in Vietnam

SBV to prioritise credit for production, business in HCM City

EuroCham launches 2023 Whitebook, reaffirms commitment to Vietnam market

Asian markets rise as traders evaluate strong US economy

Vinh Long famers face large orange stockpile

NA Chairman works with EU-ABC, EuroCham delegation

60 per cent of Japanese firms plan expansion in Vietnam, highest in Southeast Asia

VinFast to exhibit EV models at 2023 Canadian International Auto Show

Vietnam seeks global advisers for North-South high-speed rail project

Vung Tau surveys plan for 10 kiometre cross-mountain route

Worker dies after being pulled into rubber grinder in Gia Lai

Vietnam ranks competitiveness of 34 provinces and cities for first time

Danang police arrest Interpol red notice suspect

Three arrested over fake Ajinomoto seasoning ring

Bus catches fire on central Hanoi street

Danang job fair supports residents affected by pavement crackdown

Ca Mau builds 1,000 homes for poor households

Vung Tau surveys plan for 10 kiometre cross-mountain route

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Construction accelerates at Gia Binh International Airport