new fit puts new wind in sails of renewables

New FiT puts new wind in sails of renewables

On September 10, the Vietnamese government approved the amendment and revision of the feed-in tariff for wind power defined by Decision No.37/2011/QD-TTg on the support mechanism for the development of wind power projects in Vietnam. Vu Chi Mai, senior project officer of the ‘Support to the Up-Scaling of Wind Power in Vietnam’ project under the GIZ Energy Support Programme, shared with Phuong Thu her views about the positive development.
heightened government scrutiny leads to rapidly evolving transfer pricing rules and regulations

Heightened government scrutiny leads to rapidly evolving transfer pricing rules and regulations

Long-term growth in international trade, combined with the challenging global economic environment and growing fiscal deficits, has many governments focused on tax base protection.
aecom launches new brand in vietnam

AECOM launches new brand in Vietnam

AECOM Technology Corporation, a trusted consultant in architecture, engineering, construction, operations and management support services for government and commercial clients around the world, has launched its new brand in Vietnam.
california fitness yoga centers open for presales in hanoi

California Fitness & Yoga Centers open for presales in Hanoi

After a string of successes around the world, including two immensely successful clubs in Ho Chi Minh City, California Fitness & Yoga Centers (CFYC) has finally set its foot in the capital .
scb opened a flagship branch in hanoi

SCB opened a flagship branch in Hanoi

Standard Chartered Bank (Vietnam) yesterday opened its flagship branch in Hanoi with His Royal Highness The Duke of York attending the ribbon cutting to inaugurate the bank’s new branch.
nagaworld wins three industry awards at ite expo

Nagaworld wins three industry awards at ITE EXPO

Nagaworl last week won three coveted tourism awards at International Travel Exposition (ITE) Ho Chi Minh City.

NAGAWORLD shows itself at International Travel Expo 2010

NAGAWORLD is proud to participate in International Travel Expo from September 30 to October 2 at Ho Chi Minh City’s Saigon Exhibition & Convention Centre.
bussiness students rank kpmg second among worlds most attractive employers

Bussiness students rank KPMG second among “World’s most attractive employers”

KPMG, the global network of professional firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, has been ranked second on Universum’s 2010 index of “The World’s Most Attractive Employers.”

State reveals strategic infrastructure wishlist

Vietnam has unveiled a wishlist of 17 strategic infrastructure projects that it wants to complete by 2020, by drawing on ODA and FDI.

WTO to offer a world of opportunity

WTO membership could make Vietnam “the most attractive investment destination around the world.” But to get ready for the opportunity, the nation needs improvements in infrastructure, labour skills and national technology policies.

$198m hospital comes to life

Residents and foreigners in Vietnam will soon have access to world-class disease diagnosis and treatment from South Korean doctors at a new $198.5 million state-of-the-art polyclinic in Hanoi.
mai brunch a luxurious culinary experience at mai house saigon hotel

Mai Brunch - a luxurious culinary experience at Mai House Saigon Hotel

Held on the last Sunday of every month, Mai Brunch promises to deliver an unparalleled dining experience, combining high-end gastronomy with an exclusive lifestyle.
beautiful mai chau on the go

Beautiful Mai Chau on the go

Mai Chau valley in the northern upland province of Hoa Binh is a must-see place for visitors to the province. From Hanoi, tourists are advised to take Highway 6 to Xuan Mai Town and then Hoa Binh City. They should pass the 12-km Cun slope to get to Cao Phong and Tan Lac districts before arriving in Mai Chau Valley.
up and down in the green mai chau getaway

Up and Down in the green Mai Chau getaway

Just two and a half hours away from Hanoi, the lush valley and gem mountains of Mai Chau in Hoa Binh province offer a mix of culture and adventure.
tranquil life in mai chau

Tranquil life in Mai Chau

Sizzling hot weather in Saigon led me to make a trip up to the nation’s north. Mai Chau, an upland district in Hoa Binh Province, was my destination.