proposed sct increase further threatens farmers chances to recover

Proposed SCT increase further threatens farmers' chances to recover

Amid the current geopolitical tensions and escalating prices for fuel and petrol, farmers see themselves confronted with added hardships after two years of the health crisis, which could be further worsened if a proposed increase of special consumption tax (SCT) on tobacco is enacted.
governments open approach enables a 24 hour economy

Government’s open approach enables a 24-hour economy

The development of the night-time economy (NTE) in Vietnam is considered a new motivation for the country amidst numerous difficulties caused by the current pandemic, thanks to better exploiting the potential of tourism and other services, as well as promoting the culture and cuisine of Vietnam to the wider world.
red river delta very much in vogue

Red River Delta very much in vogue

The vast Red River Delta, the historic cradle of Vietnam that is home for about 20 million people and bountiful natural resources, is attracting a great deal of attention from domestic and foreign investors.
vietnam key for hsbc priority

Vietnam key for HSBC priority

HSBC has named Vietnam as one of its top priority markets in the Asia-Pacific region. “Vietnam is a huge potential market. It is one of the emerging markets in Asia-Pacific where we are deeply keen to expand our operations,” HSBC Asia Pacific president and CEO Michael Smith said after an informal shareholders’ meeting in Hong Kong last Tuesday.

Investment Law sparks debate

Government officials remain divided over a draft law that would level the playing field between foreign and Vietnamese investors, as authorities debate whether articles regulating investment incentives and the state investment should be included.

Hanoi office lease market awakens

HANOI’S office leasing market is consolidating with low vacancies and a gradual growth in rents after years of stagnation as the result of the Asian economic malaise that began in 1997.
in style hong kong going to ho chi minh city

“In Style • Hong Kong” going to Ho Chi Minh City

Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the mega promotion “In Style • Hong Kong” is making its debut in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam this month.
hong kongs expertise to help develop ho chi minh city

Hong Kong's expertise to help develop Ho Chi Minh City

During his visit to Vietnam from July 31–August 2, Hong Kong chief executive John Lee expressed his willingness to share the special administrative region's experience of building a global a financial centre with Ho Chi Minh City.
ho chi minh city resumes lawsuit of hong kong joint venture

Ho Chi Minh City resumes lawsuit of Hong Kong joint venture

Ho Chi Minh City People's Court has resumed the lawsuit between the local and Hong Kong partner in a foreign joint venture which has gone belly up and the foreign partner sold its entire stake unauthorised to a series of local firms.
hong kongs vibrant and unique lifestyle launches in ho chi minh city

Hong Kong’s vibrant and unique lifestyle launches in Ho Chi Minh City

Through the campaign “In Style, Hong Kong,” Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKYDC) brought the patent Hong Kong lifestyle and unique creativity to Ho Chi Minh City for the first time.