Global tourism has adapted well to the economic crisis, with international arrivals expected to rise by nearly four percent this year, the head of the UN World Tourism Organisation said.
Asian markets were mixed on Tuesday, with traders spooked by news that German business confidence had hit a 31-month low, wrangling over Greece's budget and uncertainty about Spain.
Vietnam is calling for foreign investment in the aviation sector, particularly for building new airports, as demand for air transport continues to grow at a rapid pace.
Continuing macro-economic risks is a main reason for the weakening of the Vietnam's competitiveness, discouraging foreign investors, said a local economist.
Hanoi has attracted more than 230 foreign direct investment projects since the beginning of this year, with a total capital of US$919 million, according to the city's Department of Statistics.
Banks wanting to list shares on the nation's stock exchange will be required to satisfy tighter requirements on bank management, under a Circular issued by the State Bank of Vietnam.
Investors should have at least $4 billion worth of capital and 10 years of experience in tourism management to be allowed to open a casino in Vietnam, which is only open to foreigners.