Advertisements Vietnam should re-emerge quickly in the post-pandemic period, making it one of the best performers in the global economy. Like its neighboring countries, Vietnam’s economy has been struggling after months of fighting against the pandemic. It is nonetheless still an outlier given its effective response to the Covid-19 outbreak, with impressive growth. Therefore, its economy is expected to witness positive signals soonContinue reading “What making Vietnam one of the best performers in the global economy”
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Singapore opens the border for visitors from Vietnam from October 8
Advertisements Singapore will unilaterally lift border restrictions to visitors from and Vietnam from Oct 8, it also opens for people from Australia – excluding Victoria state, StraitTimes, a local media reported. The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) said on Wednesday (Sept 30) that these two countries both have comprehensive public health surveillance systems andContinue reading “Singapore opens the border for visitors from Vietnam from October 8”
The only Asian economy besides China is set for growth this year, and its GDP just rose 2.6%
Advertisements Upticks in manufacturing and exports helped Vietnam’s gross domestic product rise 2.62% year over year in the third quarter, accelerating the country’s economic recovery from a slowdown in the first half of 2020 that was caused by the pandemic. Exports jumped 11% in the third quarter, thanks in large part to a 20% increaseContinue reading “The only Asian economy besides China is set for growth this year, and its GDP just rose 2.6%”
Over 270 Vietnamese citizens flown home from Russia
Advertisements Over 270 Vietnamese citizens were flown home from Russia on a repatriation flight by Bamboo Airways late Saturday as a joint effort of competent authorities of both nations. The Vietnamese Embassy in Russia sent staff to help the citizens with pre-departure procedures at the airport in Vladivostok. Security, safety and hygiene measures were followedContinue reading “Over 270 Vietnamese citizens flown home from Russia”
Why Vietnam needs to compete for foreign direct investment flows in the time of COVID-19
Advertisements Simpler tax procedures and better infrastructure will help Vietnam compete for foreign investment amid supply chain shifts triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic, foreign experts say. South Korean businesses are leaving China and Vietnam is among the new destinations they are considering, Hong Sun, deputy chairman of the Korea Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (KoCham)Continue reading “Why Vietnam needs to compete for foreign direct investment flows in the time of COVID-19”
A lacquer painting by Vietnamese painter has been sold for nearly US$1 million
Advertisements ‘Hoi Dinh Chem,’ a lacquer painting by Vietnamese painter Nguyen Van Ty, has been sold for nearly US$1 million at an auction in France, marking a record price for a Vietnamese artwork in Europe. The painting was the star of the auction titled Indochine, mythes et réalités (Indochina, Myths, and Realities) held by FrenchContinue reading “A lacquer painting by Vietnamese painter has been sold for nearly US$1 million”
How Vietnam gets on top of the spread of COVID-19 yet again?
Advertisements Vietnam has gone more than two weeks without a single case of coronavirus via community transmission, effectively beating the virus for a second time. Vietnam went more than six months without even one death caused by COVID-19 Its approach to the pandemic has been praised by experts as low cost and highly effective TensContinue reading “How Vietnam gets on top of the spread of COVID-19 yet again?”
Top 5 Finance Startups in Vietnam to Watch Out For in the Coming Decades
Advertisements In recent years, the fintech ecosystem in Vietman has grown at a phenomenal rate. A surge in foreign investments and government’s strong support are the key drivers of this growth. The country’s digital economy is on the rise, making it one of the fastest-growing economies in ASEAN regions. According to a joint report by PricewaterhouseCoopersContinue reading “Top 5 Finance Startups in Vietnam to Watch Out For in the Coming Decades”
Two Vietnamese listed in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 of Europe
Advertisements Two Vietnamese are among the 2020 Forbes’ 30 Under 30 of Europe in the Social Entrepreneur Category. Jesse Khanh Tran, born in 1992, and Son Chu, born in 1996, met each other in Finland while they were studying. Khanh said: “Both Son and I still haven’t defended our theses to obtain bachelor’s degree forContinue reading “Two Vietnamese listed in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 of Europe”
A Vietnamese vice-principal and 3 others arrested for using using drugs at school
Advertisements A vice-principal of a school in the northern province of Bac Kan has been caught using drugs with three other people, including one teacher, in his office. The provincial Department of Police confirmed on Saturday they had found Duong Xuan Kiem, 52, who is the vice-principal of An Thang Elementary and Middle School inContinue reading “A Vietnamese vice-principal and 3 others arrested for using using drugs at school”
Over 100 people illegally entering Vietnam from China in 4 days
Advertisements 107 people were found illegally entering the country via the northern Ha Giang Province from Tuesday to Friday. These people had illegally entered Meo Vac District, which borders China, said the border guard station of Xin Cai Commune. Two groups consisting of 20 people were detected by authorities Tuesday, entering the border three hoursContinue reading “Over 100 people illegally entering Vietnam from China in 4 days”
Why many Chinese funds pouring capital into Vietnam’s stock market
Advertisements Many Chinese funds are pouring capital into the Vietnamese stock market because of low valuations and further loosening of foreign ownership in the near future. Taiwan-based CTBC Vietnam Equity Fund has registered to buy 21 million VFMVN Diamond ETF fund certificates from September 7 to October 6 to increase its ownership. Besides CTBC Vietnam EquityContinue reading “Why many Chinese funds pouring capital into Vietnam’s stock market”
Nearly 280 Vietnamese citizens brought home from Europe
Advertisements Nearly 280 Vietnamese citizens from 10 European countries were brought home on a repatriation flight which landed safely at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi on September 17. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the flight was arranged by Vietnamese authorities and representative organisations in Europe, national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines, and authoritiesContinue reading “Nearly 280 Vietnamese citizens brought home from Europe”
Vietnam approves the proposal on resuming international commercial flights: VGP
Advertisements Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh has approved the Ministry of Transport’s proposal on resuming international commercial flights to six destinations, the Government Office announced Tuesday. Accordingly, Vietnam will resume four air routes to Guangzhou (China), Taiwan (China), Seoul (the Republic of Korea), and Tokyo (Japan) from September 15, and to PhnomContinue reading “Vietnam approves the proposal on resuming international commercial flights: VGP”
How Vietnamese mothers overcome language barriers and cultural to welcome foreign in-laws
Advertisements A report by the National Assembly’s Foreign Affairs Committee reveals that over 16,000 Vietnamese people marry foreigners every year, according to Vietnam Times. As much as it’s complicated, Vietnamese mothers are slowly overcoming cultural and language barriers to embrace foreign in-laws. Nguyen Thi Hoa says she couldn’t hide her surprise when her son, Hoang,Continue reading “How Vietnamese mothers overcome language barriers and cultural to welcome foreign in-laws”