Arrows miss socio-economic target

Arrows miss socio-economic target

Vietnam’s 2011 socio-economic development is under the microscope.
Not everyone is living the dream

Not everyone is living the dream

Vietnam’s swift economic growth has earned international applause, but many citizens are complaining they are finding it harder to make ends meet.
Inflation to knock growth off its stride down growth

Inflation to knock growth off its stride down growth

Forecasted high inflation in 2011 will continue to turn the screws against Vietnam’s economic growth ambitions.
Little cheer in Tet bonus

Little cheer in Tet bonus

“The salary is always running after the speedy inflation rate. I have to tighten my belt”
Bac Ninh reaches for the stars

Bac Ninh reaches for the stars

Despite difficulties and challenges, northern Bac Ninh province enjoyed notching up many prominent socio-economic achievements in 2010.
High CPI precursor to tightened policies

High CPI precursor to tightened policies

A tightening of monetary policies looks likely as the consumer price index continued its steep trajectory.
Capital sources milked for fresh development

Capital sources milked for fresh development

The government will mobilise a big chunk of capital to bolster socio-economic development in 2011.
Three pillars set to stabilise momentum

Three pillars set to stabilise momentum

The government will underscore three vital tasks for next year’s socio-economic development.