Structural reforms needed for medium-term growth
By Thanh Tung
September 07, 2024 | 14:59
The Vietnamese economy is showing signals of recovery, growing from 5.66 per cent in Q1 to 6.93 per cent in Q2. Paulo Medas, mission chief for Vietnam at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), talked with VIR’s Thanh Tung about the outlook, with some headwinds staying ahead.
Vietnam sustaining growth amidst shifting FDI trends
By Sagarika Chandra
September 07, 2024 | 13:25
Trade ties between the US and emerging market economies in the Asia-Pacific region are shifting from efforts to diversify supply chains out of China through “friendshoring” or “nearshoring”. Against this backdrop, Vietnam is among the Asia-Pacific markets relatively well-placed to gain from such shifts.
Green hydrogen: a strategic leap towards sustainability
By Minh Ngoc
September 05, 2024 | 17:22
Green hydrogen has the potential to transform Vietnam’s energy landscape and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels.
Pointed pivot can ensure EV success
By Luu Huong
September 05, 2024 | 09:41
Vietnam’s journey towards electric vehicle adoption and reduced emissions, while challenging, can be achieved through strategic planning, supportive tax policies, and robust infrastructure to meet its green transformation goals.
The tasks to tackle in global e-commerce
By Tuan Minh
September 04, 2024 | 09:34
In recent years, e-commerce generally and particularly in Vietnam has developed at a very fast pace and become an irreversible trend.
EV strategy must prioritise keeping the pace globally
By Cong Quyet
August 29, 2024 | 10:03
Under Vietnam’s vehicle industry development strategy, electric vehicles (EVs) require robust support from government policies to contribute effectively to the country’s net-zero commitment.
Supporting a green strategy for the automotive industry
By Le Xuan Nghia
August 28, 2024 | 18:58
With 6.5 million cars and 74 million motorcycles, Vietnam is the second-largest emitter of greenhouse gases (GHGs) from road transport in Southeast Asia, following Indonesia. Emissions from road vehicles in the country are rising rapidly, with an average annual increase of about 15 per cent over the past decade.
Proposed VAT rule pros and cons for digital products
By Minh Da and Tan Tai
August 28, 2024 | 11:40
In alignment with the current 10-year socioeconomic development strategy in Vietnam, the draft amended VAT law is currently being developed by the Ministry of Finance, which is seeking input from businesses and business associations to finalise the draft in the near future.
Local car makers to benefit from 50 per cent registration fee cut
By VNA
August 27, 2024 | 09:02
Pent-up demand is due to push up car sales in the final months of the year, according to experts.
Vietnam on course to surpass 2023 growth results
By Thanh Dat
August 21, 2024 | 15:06
While the Vietnamese economy is projected to see lower-than-expected growth this year due to lingering headwinds caused by global geopolitical risks, the overall outlook still remains upbeat, according to analysis.
New land and housing laws expected to better allocate resources for economic growth
By VNA
August 19, 2024 | 15:51
Starting August 1, 2024, three key laws - the 2024 Land Law, the amended Housing Law, and the amended Real Estate Business Law came into effect.
Ports poised for more growth amid ferocious competition
By Patrick Lenain
August 19, 2024 | 09:28
Marine transportation is currently navigating turbulent times. Patrick Lenain, senior associate at the Council on Economic Policies, notes how Vietnam’s ports are ready for progress amid the fierce competition.
Strong institutions shield emerging markets from US monetary shocks
By Hong Dung
August 16, 2024 | 09:15
Economists Donghyun Park and Irfan A. Qureshi from Asian Development Bank delve into the factors helping emerging markets to ensure financial stability.
Latest News
Mobile Version