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Vietnam's human capital index improves
21-09-2020 08:50
A new report by the World Bank Group pointed out that between 2010 and 2020, the Human Capital Index for Vietnam increased from 0.66 to 0.69.
FDI creates jobs, but does it eliminate poverty?
02-09-2020 11:53
A World Bank report shows that workers in sectors and regions receiving high foreign direct investment (FDI) flows are more likely to find formal employment and receive higher wages, however, there is limited evidence on the effects on income distribution.
Vietnam good at taking advantage of crisis: WB expert
28-08-2020 18:12
Vietnam has been always very good at taking advantage of crisis to accelerate reforms and move faster and grow better, Jacques Morisset, World Bank Lead Economist and Programme Leader for Vietnam, has said.
Foreign banks pour capital into Vietnam
12-08-2020 09:31
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, announced on August 11 that it will provide a 70 million USD loan to Indo Trans Logistics Corporation (ITL Corp), with the aim of improving logistics, trade and competitiveness in Vietnam’s economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Indo Trans Logistics receives $70 million financing package from IFC
11-08-2020 12:16
The IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is providing a financing package of $70 million to Indo Trans Logistics Corporation of Vietnam in an aim to support the development of the logistics sector, thus facilitating trade and enhancing the competitiveness of the country’s economy during COVID-19.
Unique advantages can pull Vietnam out of uncertainty
06-08-2020 09:00
In life, economic and health gains are not always equal. This is true for individuals and for countries. While Vietnam has managed to contain the pandemic so far, its economy has been hurt in recent months.
IFC loans to VPBank and OCB to boost finance for local businesses
05-08-2020 10:33
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is providing $140 million in loans to VPBank and OCB to help the two banks support local businesses with disrupted cash flows sustain operations and maintain employment.
Rebound likely despite bumpy roads
05-08-2020 09:00
Despite a serious dip in local production caused by the health crisis, Vietnam is expected to be one of the fastest-growing nations worldwide this year, with the economy forecast to stay among the few nations with positive growth.
World Bank grants $6.2 million to aid Vietnam in fight against COVID-19
01-08-2020 09:48
The World Bank’s new emergency response project worth $6.2 million will contribute to helping Vietnam monitor and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Phu My Hung asks $75 million for help from IFC
07-07-2020 17:32
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is providing a financing package of $75 million to Phu My Hung Development Corporation to help sustain its property development operations after COVID-19.
WB, Australia to support Vietnam in mitigating COVID-19 impacts
25-06-2020 08:08
The World Bank (WB) Group and the Australian Government have agreed to extend their strategic partnership in Vietnam with a commitment of a further 5 million AUD to support Vietnam’s economic recovery and protect the most vulnerable from the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
PM receives outgoing WB Country Director
23-06-2020 08:38
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc lauded outgoing Country Director of the World Bank (WB) in Vietnam Ousmane Dione for his impressive contributions to the ties between the lender and the country, during a reception in Hanoi on June 22.
WB to continue supporting Vietnam on development path
11-06-2020 08:36
World Bank (WB) Country Director for Vietnam Ousmane Dione said the bank will continue supporting the Southeast Asian country on its development path at a meeting with Politburo member Nguyen Van Binh, head of the Party Central Committee's Economic Commission in Hanoi on June 10.
WB Country Director in Vietnam impressed by Hanoi’s COVID-19 control
08-06-2020 22:23
Country Director of the World Bank (WB) in Vietnam Ousmane Dione has expressed his appreciation of the success Vietnam and Hanoi in particular had in controlling the COVID-19 pandemic.
Optimising the recovery route ahead for Vietnam as a whole
21-05-2020 09:00
As the old saying goes, “What does not break you makes you stronger.” This is so true for Vietnam, not only throughout its rich history but also in the current context.
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