As tunnel sections are dropped, land prices go up
Since parts of the Thu Thiem underwater tunnel have been dropped into the river, people have talked about land price increases.
Vietnam PV Gas equitisation plans get official nod
The Vietnamese Government has approved the plans for the privatisation of PV Gas submitted by the National Oil and Gas Group.
Hanoi needs to invest $60 billion in the next 5 years
The investment budget needed for the development of Hanoi from 2010 to 2015 is estimated to be at USD60 billion.
AirAsia signs deal for new low-cost carrier in Vietnam
Malaysia's AirAsia has signed an agreement with VietJet Air to start a new low-cost carrier, tentatively called VietJet AirAsia.
Trip to Far East to benefit U.S farmers
A trip to Vietnam and South Korea is going to help farmers in Iowa expand their clientele.
PR event to provide winnings strategies in Vietnam
A 2-day conference will be held in HCM City on 27 - 28 May, to leverage on Vietnam's communication opportunities, and equip PR practitioners with effective skills.
East Asia 'needs reform to keep growing'
The World Bank raised its growth forecast for developing East Asia this year by almost a full percentage point to 8.7 per cent.
PVN to take over Dung Quat Oil Refinery
Contractors will hand over the Dung Quat Oil Refinery to Vietnam to put in full operation this April.
Vietnam lures Intel, Samsung as Asean woos companies from China
Vietnam hosts Southeast Asian leaders this week, shining a spotlight on the political and economic stability that prompted Intel and Toyota to increase investments.
Nissan sells locally-assembled cars in Vietnam
Japanese automaker Nissan says it is aiming for a greater share of Vietnam's recovering automotive market when it begins to sell locally-assembled vehicles on Tuesday.
Steel shares a big hit on market
Steel prices have risen four times this year, resulting in a surge in the share prices of all listed steel making companies.
S. Korea's Posco seeking to build another steel mill in Vietnam
South Korea's leading steelmaker said that it is seeking to build a steel mill with a capacity of 1 million tonnes in Vietnam as part of efforts to boost capacity.
Vietnam forest land fund running out as demand soars
Increasing numbers of people want to plant trees that they can harvest after a few years and make a fortune, but there is little forestry land left to parcel out.
Merger deals surge in Asia
Asian merger activity grew at a record pace in the first quarter, as investment bankers scrambled to help foreign firms tap the region's growing markets.
Mobile companies battling to compete with promotions
The proposal to lower 2G mobile fees from the 3 largest operators in Vietnam has not yet been approved by the authorities.
Government requests over loan interest reduction
The State Bank is to cut down loan interest rates, with an aim of ensuring effective production.
Hanoi forced to amend plans on another city project
Hanoi authorities proposed making adjustments in plans for the Tuan Chau Ha Tay eco-tourism complex project in accordance with city's regulations.
India's Kanan Devan Tea to expand to Vietnam, Ethiopia
The largest tea producer in South India, Kerala-based Kanan Devan Hills Plantations Company, is expanding its operations to Vietnam and Ethiopia.
Bridgestone opens tire sales unit in Vietnam
Bridgestone Corp. has established a tire sales company in Vietnam as part of the company’s plan to strengthen its operations throughout Indochina.
New steel-making technology to be used for first time in Vietnam
Hoa Phat's steel factory, using a new technology, successfully produced its first batch of steel billet.
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