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Vietnam’s fresh pomelo licensed to export to RoK

The Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA) of the Republic of Korea (RoK) has officially announced regulations for importing fresh pomelos from Vietnam on its website.

Development of market economy: Vietnam's renewal milestone

Implementing the renewal process, Vietnam has transitioned from a centrally planned economy to a market one, while actively and comprehensively integrating into the international community and promoting industrialisation and modernisation.

Vietnam becomes top ASEAN exporter to EU on back of EVFTA

August 1, 2020, marked a significant milestone for Vietnam and the European Union (EU) as the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) came into effect.

Used car market sees robust recovery: report

The domestic used car market has shown a robust recovery in the first half of 2024, marking a significant turnaround from the slump experienced in 2023, according to industry insiders.

China lacks durian growing areas, VN’s exports reach record high

Vietnam’s durian growing area has been increasing rapidly, with durian exports to the Chinese market setting new records.

Speculative investments suspected in Hanoi's unusual apartment price surge

As Hanoi apartment prices soar unexpectedly, real estate experts suspect speculative activities by investors may be inflating the market.

India’s Adani Group plans to invest 2 billion USD in Lien Chieu Port project

Adani Group, one of the leading firms in India, has proposed an investment of 2 billion USD in Lien Chieu Port in Da Nang to help perfect the logistics ecosystem in the city and the central region of Vietnam.

Top 10 largest banks, private banks pay more than VND1 trillion in tax

Ten private banks paid over VND36.8 trillion worth of tax to the state in 2023, an increase of VND10.7 trillion over the year before. Each of the banks paid at least VND1 billion.

HCM City raises land price framework, but says housing prices won’t increase

The HCM City Department of Natural Resources and the Environment said the new land price framework will adequately assess real estate market prices and won’t lead to property price increases.

Econometrics conference AMES 2024 kicks off in Vietnam

AMES 2024, the first major event organized by the International Association of Econometrics in Vietnam, brings together experts from around the globe to discuss the critical role of econometrics in the nation's rapid development.

Vietnam begins official monkey exports to China

The General Administration of Customs of China has officially notified the Vietnam Department of Animal Health that it has approved the export quarantine certificate for Vietnamese monkeys.

Vietnam attracts $18 billion in FDI, including new investor from Kyrgyzstan

Vietnam's foreign investment landscape flourished in the first seven months of 2024, with over $18 billion in registered capital, a significant rise from last year. Remarkably, Kyrgyzstan joined the list of 147 countries investing in Vietnam.

Vietnam's fuel imports surge to $13.88 billion in first half of 2024

Vietnam's fuel import expenditure has soared, with the country importing 47.25 million tons of fuel worth $13.88 billion in the first half of 2024. This marks a rise of 29.9% in volume and 14.1% in value compared to the same period last year.

Forest carbon trading nets Vietnam $51.5 million

Vietnam has successfully generated over $50 million by transferring 10.3 million tons of CO2 credits to the World Bank, reflecting the country's significant progress in forest carbon trading initiatives, according to the Forestry Department.

HCM City forms task force to enhance monitoring of gold bar transactions

HCM City authorities have established a task force aimed at enhancing the monitoring of gold bar transactions in the city to tackle speculation.

Vietnam poised to become world’s fifth-largest coal importer by 2024: IEA

Vietnam is expected to become the fifth-largest coal importer globally by 2024, driven strong electricity demand and a shortage of hydropower.

Global gold demand hits record highs, supporting rising prices in Q2

The country’s total demand for gold bars and coins was 26 tonnes in the first half of this year, the highest level since 2014, according to the report.

Weak logistics infrastructure hinders trade in southeast Vietnam

The Southeast region must enhance its logistics services, establish robust logistics companies to support import-export operations, develop high-quality brands, and promote regional trade, speakers said.

Central province calls for law to boost Vietnamese ginseng

The Government had approved the Master Plan for the development of Ngoc Linh ginseng in 2030-45.

Vietnam poised to produce tech products for India's vast market

During his state visit to India, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh suggested that Indian companies place orders with Vietnamese corporations to produce tech products for India's 1.4 billion people.