Value of footwear exports sees sharp drop amid pandemic
October 09, 2021 | 17:06
In September, the export value of footwear reduced 44 per cent on-year to $700 million, according to the LEFASO.
Mobilising venture capital for private sector
October 07, 2021 | 17:49
The “ADB Ventures supporting impact startups” project was launched today, which is expected to release venture capital for the private sector of Vietnam.
Investors cautioned over bond issuance vulnerabilities
By Ngoc Huong
October 07, 2021 | 14:00
Credit-challenged companies, especially banks and real estate providers, are finding another way around their continuous capital needs by tapping into the corporate bond issuance market, which remains particularly vulnerable to economic downturns and incomplete legal frameworks in Vietnam.
The road to facilitating German trade
By Bich Thuy
October 07, 2021 | 08:00
The ties between Vietnam and Germany have strengthened over the past decade, driven by efforts of both governments and businesses.
Standard Chartered lowers Vietnam's 2021 growth forecast but maintains 2022 estimate
By Standard Chartered
October 06, 2021 | 17:08
Standard Chartered has revised its GDP growth forecast for Vietnam in 2021, reflecting the unexpected contraction of 6.2 per cent on-year in the third quarter.
Supporting both workers and employers to escape distress
By Thai An
October 06, 2021 | 10:35
Deputy director general of Vietnam Social Security Le Hung Son talked to VIR’s Thai An about the implementation of a new support package sourced from the unemployment insurance fund to help pandemic-hit employees and employers overcome difficulties.
Recovery proposals set out for businesses
By Hara Nguyen
October 06, 2021 | 10:00
Both individuals and businesses are in critical need of further reductions of fees and taxes as they attempt to claw their way out of 2021’s economic fallout.
The Ritz-Carlton to extend branded residences footprint to Hanoi
By Lam Nhi
October 06, 2021 | 08:00
Masterise Homes and Marriott International signed an agreement for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Hanoi - a standalone luxury branded residential project.
Initiatives kickstarted to bolster investment attraction
October 06, 2021 | 08:00
Vietnam has maintained a clear policy line to draw in foreign investment and develop the local private sector. Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc talked with VIR’s Nguyen Huong about how the country has maintained an attractive investment climate in recent times.
Long-term focus crucial in face of quarterly GDP drop
By Van Nguyen
October 06, 2021 | 07:00
The GDP growth target for the entire year is under threat unless the fourth quarter can record a high figure to compensate for the past nine months.
End of the Merkel era ushers in new journey for German leaders
By Andreas Stoffers
October 05, 2021 | 16:39
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) is the strongest force in the newly-elected Bundestag with 25.7 per cent. The party improved its results by 5.2 per cent compared to four years ago.
PM issues directive on restoration of industrial production
October 04, 2021 | 15:58
Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh on October 3 signed for issuance of a Prime Minister directive on restoring production at industrial production areas amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nestlé Vietnam raises commitment in faith of undiminished prospects
By Thanh Van
October 04, 2021 | 08:52
Binu Jacob, managing director of Nestlé Vietnam, shared with VIR’s Thanh Van about the group’s inexorable belief in the resiliency and potential of the Vietnamese market.
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