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Chu Lai Port serves as key logistics center in central region

After 10 years of development, Chu Lai has affirmed its role as a large commercial port of the central region and Central Highlands.

Despite crop failure, Bac Giang litchi farmers pocket big money

Bac Giang farmers have had a record litchi crop failure this year with output just 42.5 percent of that last year. However, farmers earned VND4.8 trillion, a record high revenue.

Durian exports earn more than $1 billion in just two months

Statistics from the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association show that durian export turnover reached $1.5 billion in the first six months of this year.

High airfares and aircraft shortages cause 20% drop in VN domestic air travel

While the number of international air travelers in Vietnam reached over 21 million, marking an increase of over 44%, domestic air travel dropped to 17 million passengers in H1/2024, a decline of over 19% compared to the same period last year.

Vietnam makes progress in budget transparency: OBS report

Vietnam ranks 57th out of the 125 surveyed countries in terms of budget transparency, up 11 places compared to 2021, according to the Open Budget Survey (OBS) 2023 released recently by the International Budget Partnership.

Domestic auto market expected to recover by year-end

Vietnam’s automobile market is expected to bounce back in the last months of 2024 if a proposal to cut registration fees by a half for domestically manufactured and assembled cars is approved.

Da Nang Asian Film Festival kicks off, welcoming world-renowned filmmakers

The 2024 Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF II) kicked off yesterday, offering numerous surprises, a packed event schedule full of in-depth discussions, and prominent guest judges.

Bank warns of fraudsters impersonating employees over biometric updates

Vietcombank has warned about a new form of fraud, impersonating bank staff to support biometric updates, to steal banking details.

Ride-hailing market sees fiercer competition

According to market researchers, Grab has maintained its position as the largest player; however, Vietnamese companies such as Xanh SM and Be have also grabbed market share.

Domestic enterprises make imprints on real estate M&A market

The domestic real estate market has bottomed out and is gradually making a U-turn, promising a brighter outlook this year with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) bouncing back.

State-owned insurance firms plan capital divestment to attract foreign investors

Vietnam's two largest insurance firms – Baoviet Holdings (HoSE: BVH) and PVI Joint Stock Company (HNX: PVI) - have announced plans to divest State capital.

Enterprises are missing out on opportunities by refusing small orders

Many small orders, suited to Vietnamese enterprises’ capability, are being turned down by local companies. Electronics manufacturers are "dreaming too big", thus missing out on opportunities.

Vietnam-China trade hits nearly 100 billion USD

Bilateral trade between Vietnam and China is reaching the threshold of 100 billion USD in the first six months of this year.

Vietnam has a unique opportunity to enhance position in global supply chains

Vietnam has enjoyed a unique opportunity to enhance its position in global supply and value chains, Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) Hoang Quang Phong said.

Vietnam's economic growth may slow in H2, but outlook remains positive: UOB

According to UOB experts, Vietnam’s real GDP grew by 6.93% year-on-year in Q2, continuing the momentum from the 5.87% increase in Q1 and previous quarters.

Vietnam takes steps to regulate livestock emissions by 2030

In Vietnam, there are about 28-29 million pigs, 2.3 million buffaloes, 6.7 million cows (including dairy cows), and 2.9 million goats and sheep. Livestock is the second largest greenhouse gas emission sector in agriculture.

Man loses $425,000 in dropshipping scam: How to avoid traps and make a profit

Discover how one man lost nearly 10 billion VND ($425,000) in a dropshipping scam and learn how to protect yourself from similar traps.

Delays loom for trillions of VND in bond payments in June

Bonds, primarily in the residential real estate and construction sectors, pose a higher risk of delayed payment.

Price incentives needed to help boost aviation, tourism

New and effective price incentives are needed not only from the aviation and tourism sectors, but also from localities and destinations so as to attract more visitors.

Industrial property to benefit from chip frenzy

The boom of the semiconductor sector is said to have direct impacts on the industrial realty sector as demand for factories has been on the rise, according to experts.