vietnam to roll out tourism and cinema promotions in us

Vietnam to roll out tourism and cinema promotions in US

Vietnam is looking to develop its tourism and film industry in the US through promotions organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism at the end of September.
vietnams alternative lending to reach over 441 million

Vietnam's alternative lending to reach over $441 million

Vietnam's alternative lending is expected to grow by 24 per cent on an annual basis to reach $441.2 million in 2024, according to a report released by Research and Markets on September 16.
us and vietnam launch new projects to strengthen wildlife protection

US and Vietnam launch new projects to strengthen wildlife protection

On September 16 in Hanoi, the United States Mission to Vietnam, through the US Agency for International Development (USAID), joined leaders of the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology to launch two new projects to counter wildlife trafficking and reduce illegal wildlife consumption.
more mpox cases reported in philippines

More mpox cases reported in Philippines

The Philippine Department of Health (DOH) on September 16 announced three additional cases of monkeypox (mpox), bringing the total confirmed cases across the country this year to 18.
business governance plays a major developmental role

Business governance plays a major developmental role

Sustainable development is now both a strategic goal and an essential requirement for all businesses. Nguyen Quang Vinh, vice chairman of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and chairman of the Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development, spoke with VIR’s Nguyen Thu about the critical role businesses play in helping Vietnam reach its net-zero targets.
hanois high end property experiences continuous climb

Hanoi’s high-end property experiences continuous climb

Prices of apartments are rapidly increasing every month in the capital, with more high-end offerings costing as much as $8,000 per square metre being launched on the market.
telecoms and minerals top new mozambique deals

Telecoms and minerals top new Mozambique deals

Vietnam and Mozambique agreeing to rivet ties in mineral exploitation and processing, as well as agricultural development will create favourable conditions for the former’s businesses to perform in the latter.
sheraton saigon grand opera hotel reveals culinary delights

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel reveals culinary delights

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel launched a series of exciting culinary programmes on September 7, offering an array of experiences for gastronomes in Ho Chi Minh City.
golden gate group eyes expansion with us based pho chain

Golden Gate Group eyes expansion with US-based pho chain

The US Department of Agriculture’s Trade Delegation paid a visit to the headquarters of Golden Gate Group in Hanoi on September 13.
foreign employers propose work permit solutions

Foreign employers propose work permit solutions

Ahead of a policy dialogue organised by Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee and the Vietnam Business Forum on September 18, the foreign business community has sent comments reflecting the problems that they have encountered.
expectations of rate cut ahead of fed meeting

Expectations of rate cut ahead of Fed meeting

The hotly anticipated event in the global financial community, the US Federal Reserve's meeting on September 18, brings with it widespread expectations of a potential rate cut following a prolonged period of elevated interest rates.
creative design festival set to illuminate hanoi

Creative design festival set to illuminate Hanoi

The Hanoi Festival of Creative Design 2024, “Creative Crossroads”, will take place from November 9-17, integrating cultural landmarks with a dynamic showcase of creativity and innovation.
lao cai resettlement plan for nu villagers finalised

Lao Cai: Resettlement plan for Nu villagers finalised

Leaders of the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai on September 15 made an inspection trip to Nu village in Bao Yen district, and had discussions with local officials and experts to finalise the selection of location for building a new resettlement area for local residents.
india helps asean countries address typhoon consequences

India helps ASEAN countries address typhoon consequences

India on September 15 launched Operation Sadbhav to provide humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam that have been hit by typhoon Yagi and severe subsequent flooding.
typhoon yagi claims 74 lives in myanmar causes flooding in thailand laos

Typhoon Yagi claims 74 lives in Myanmar, causes flooding in Thailand, Laos

The Global New Light of Myanmar reported on September 15 that as of September 13 evening, flooding and landslides triggered Typhoon Yagi in the country had left 74 and 89 others missing.