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Vietnam needs skilled workforce to become upper-middle-income economy by 2035: WB
09-08-2022 22:00
Vietnam will need a skilled workforce to transform itself into an upper-middle-income economy by 2035, the World Bank has suggested in its recently-released report named “Taking Stock: Educate to Grow”.
Vietnam's economic growth forecast at 7.5 pc in 2022: World Bank
09-08-2022 21:51
Vietnam’s GDP growth is forecast to expand 7.5 percent in 2022 and 6.7 percent in 2023, with resilient manufacturing and a robust rebound in services serving as the driving forces for economic recovery.
Rallying cry for Vietnam’s steadfast net-zero strategy
21-07-2022 07:00
Vietnam may have to mobilise a colossal amount of funding to fulfil its international commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with a hallmark new strategy on climate change response soon to be enacted.
Mainstreaming circular plastic plans
01-07-2022 13:18
The increased use of plastics has accompanied Vietnam’s fast economic growth over the last decade. With growing urbanisation and a rising middle class, the demand for plastics has grown rapidly in consumer packaging, construction, household goods, and automotive industries because of their convenience and versatility. In 2019, the plastic industry contributed about $17.5 billion to Vietnam’s economy, equivalent to 6.7 per cent of the country’s GDP.
Retailers endeavor to promote sustainable consumption patterns
24-06-2022 14:46
More than 75 per cent of the material value of plastics is squandered when discarded after a single use, reported World Bank's 2021 Southeast Asian research. To promote sustainable consumption preferences, VIR presented a talk show titled Innovative Solutions & Substitutes for Single-use Plastic Towards Green Consumption on June 23 as part of a series of talks with firms from various industries.
WB committed to support Vietnam in implementing Mekong Delta master plan
22-06-2022 10:03
The World Bank (WB), an important development partner of Vietnam, is committed to support the Vietnam in implementing the newly unveiled Mekong Delta Regional Master Plan.
Nam Long strategy on course with brand new cash injection
20-06-2022 10:21
International Finance Corporation, a member of the World Bank, has announced it will pour around $43.4 million into Nam Long Group (HSX:NLG) in the form of bonds, despite the Vietnamese government applying strict management on the bond market.
World Bank slashes China growth forecast over Covid damage
08-06-2022 15:11
The World Bank has sharply slashed its annual growth forecast for China, warning in a report Wednesday that Covid disruptions could further slow recovery in the world's second-largest economy.
Narrowing the gap for PPPs in health
16-05-2022 16:28
The gap between the investment need for health and the fiscal constraints has focused government attention on public-private partnerships, with more than 1,000 such ventures being implemented in developed countries. Le Minh Sang, health specialist at World Bank Vietnam, explains why managing such contacts is challenging even in mature markets.
IFC to support Vietnam's transition to a low-carbon economic growth model
12-05-2022 10:52
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) – a member of the World Bank Group – announced on May 11 that it will support Vietnam to transit to a low-carbon economic growth model.
PM Chinh receives WB Director General, US business leaders
12-05-2022 10:25
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received Director General of the World Bank (WB) Axel Van Trotsenburg and leaders of some US corporations on May 11 (local time) during his working visit to the US.
Vietnam seeks ways to boost logistics industry
30-04-2022 21:58
Vietnam’s geography gives it a logistical advantage in boosting production, export and logistics services. This year, the Government has set targets of tapping its full potential.
Setting the priorities for Vietnamese people to thrive
26-04-2022 09:51
By any standards, the pace of Vietnam’s development has been extraordinary.
Organisations supporting low-carbon agriculture
20-04-2022 10:00
With its strong commitment to the world to achieve net-zero emissions over the next few decades, Vietnam is cooperating with some international organisations on initiatives for low carbon imprints in the agricultural sector - one of the biggest emitters in the country.
Trajectory uncertain for Vietnam’s growth
13-04-2022 16:32
Headwinds to Vietnam’s positive growth outlook are rising as a result of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and risks from a slowdown in many of the country’s key trade partners are weighted to the downside.
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