hanoi tourism new application to revive craft village appeal

Hanoi tourism: new application to revive craft village appeal

The recent launching of a new application presenting craft village products leveraging 3D technology is expected to help the capital promote sales for its more than 300 traditional craft villages as well as gather feedback effectively.
investors show growing appetite for lng power projects

Investors show growing appetite for LNG power projects

A slew of sizeable liquefied natural gas-fired power projects have been in the development pipeline in the past year as a way to replenish national power sources as  Vietnam turns on a greener growth path.
special tour promotions on offer during covid 19 time

Special tour promotions on offer during COVID-19 time

As the novel coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) has resulted in multiple tour cancellations, travel firms have taken innovative measures with special promotions to woo visitors.
restructuring markets for sustained growth

Restructuring markets for sustained growth

The coronavirus epidemic is pushing Vietnam to boost economic restructuring, diversify export markets, and apply urgent measures in favour of the business community and the people.
digiworld sets sight on ambitious 4435 million revenue target

Digiworld sets sight on ambitious $443.5 million revenue target

Digiworld will submit its business plan for 2020 to shareholders at the annual general meeting on March 31.
smoother path expected after bumpy week for oil

Smoother path expected after bumpy week for oil

Despite global oil prices experiencing a tumultuous week due to the huge drop in Chinese oil demand, some Vietnamese oil and logistics businesses remain positive about the future.
government assistance on way for private firms

Government assistance on way for private firms

Over the past few years, privately-owned enterprises have been developing strongly. However, in order for them to really become an important impetus for the economy, the government will give them more support so that they can further take off. Thanh Thu reports.  
vietnam all set for crucial asean role

Vietnam all set for crucial ASEAN role

Vietnam has taken over the ASEAN chairmanship from Thailand, beginning its vital responsibility in solving regional issues, along with the country’s strong commitments to further boost regional cohesiveness and its enhanced international status.
business leaders speak up on working time plan

Business leaders speak up on working time plan

With many National Assembly members proposing that the new Labour Code embraces a reduction in normal working time, there have been growing concerns that the move could undermine the competitiveness of enterprises and of the economy as a whole. Thanh Thu reports.
positioning ai startups for success

Positioning AI startups for success

In the context of the rapid development in the age of technology, there are more and more development opportunities for AI startups. However, if they cannot jump the hurdles, their good ideas will never leave the drawing board.
no fix for kai yang after deadbeat owners escaped with assets

No fix for Kai Yang after deadbeat owners escaped with assets

There is no happy ending for the more than 2,000 workers of Taiwanese footwear manufacturer Kai Yang Vietnam Co., Ltd. as the deadbeat business owners silently dispersed their assets before fleeing, putting authorities in a tight spot and serving up a valuable lesson in FDI attraction.
tackling abrupt investor exodus

Tackling abrupt investor exodus

Recent years have seen an increasing number of foreign investors fleeing Vietnam after running into financial troubles. They left behind significant payment obligations in workers’ salaries, tax, and social insurance, affecting hundreds of thousands of workers – while remaining a persistent blind spot for the legal system. Anh Thu reports.
new trade opportunities for regional specialities

New trade opportunities for regional specialities

European enterprises will have their agricultural and foodstuff products protected in Vietnam through which they can boost exports thanks to the country’s commitments to protect geographical indications under the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement. Thanh Thu reports.
leaders take note of valuable press

Leaders take note of valuable press

The Vietnamese government has highlighted the active role the media plays in the business community, helping to shape a healthier business and investment climate and supporting the government in formulating sound policies.
raising plastic waste practice

Raising plastic waste practice

Vietnam’s plastic pollution is causing alarm, but international practice is providing experience for the country to seek solutions in order to gradually reduce the use of plastic products across the country. Thanh Thu reports.