Hanoi strengthens export competitiveness and trade protection measures
Hanoi will work with the Ministry of Industry and Trade to ensure that businesses and manufacturers are ready for new challenges.
22:19, 2025/01/09
Hanoi's foreign trade turnover hits US$60.1bn in 2024
The city will continue to support businesses in exploring new markets, capitalizing on the Free Trade Agreement of which Vietnam is a member.
17:34, 2024/12/15
Hanoi's wet markets in decline amid changing consumer behaviors
Local consumers prefer shopping options that offer convenience and assurance of product origin.
17:20, 2024/12/14
Busy high season at Thuong Mao Carpentry Village
Founded during the Nguyen dynasty in the 1800s, Thuong Mao Carpentry Village on the outskirts of Hanoi has grown steadily to become a major supplier of wood products throughout Vietnam.
11:11, 2020/06/10
Stronger government support needed for Covid-19-hit businesses: Expert
It would be more efficient if the government could waive and delay tax payments for one to three years, said a senior local economist.
09:07, 2020/06/10
Vietnam firms suggested to focus on supply chain strategy for long-term resilience
Being among the first countries in the region to reopen its economy, Vietnam should take the advantage to build upon the foundations for proactive resilience, stated PwC Vietnam.
16:15, 2020/06/09
Vietnam to reopen int'l air routes to pandemic-controlled regions
Many provincial authorities also have recommended allowing the entry of foreign experts and managers to run on-going projects.
14:24, 2020/06/09
Vietnam's e-commerce platforms Tiki, Sendo apply for merger
The merger will make the race in the e-commerce market more exciting.
10:03, 2020/06/08
EVFTA represents a true ‘win-win’ for Vietnam and EU: EuroCham
"This historic milestone signals the start of a new relationship with the European Union,” said a EuroCham official.
09:42, 2020/06/08
Vietnam parliament approves trade deal with EU
Following the ratification, the EVFTA would enter into force 30 days after the mutual notification between Vietnam and the EU about the completion of respective legal procedures.
11:49, 2020/06/06
Japan, US firms urge Vietnam to reopen to foreign investors
Vietnam strives to create favorable investment-business environment for foreign investors, especially those from Japan and the US.
11:08, 2020/06/06
WB provides US$84.4 million for Vietnam to promote climate-resilient landscapes
This will support the Vietnamese government’s climate mitigation actions by strengthening the resilient management of landscapes and natural resources.
16:12, 2020/06/05
EVFTA paves the way for Vietnam to join new supply chains post Covid-19
Vietnam’s National Assembly is set to ratify the deal at the upcoming gathering on June 8.
16:37, 2020/06/04
True Italian Taste 2020 held to promote Italy-Vietnam trade
The program aims at promoting trade and investment activities between Italy and Vietnam.
08:26, 2020/06/04
Long road for Vietnam towards complete economic recovery: World Bank
Greater attention should be on the potential impact of the rapid monetary expansion on inflation and the deepening of the fiscal deficit caused by under-performing tax collection.
16:59, 2020/06/03
Vietnam considers reopening bars, karaoke parlors: gov’t officials
Many owners of bars and karaoke parlors have struggled with financial problems during the period of the closure, some even went bankrupt.
07:13, 2020/06/03
Low credibility hinders development of e-commerce in Vietnam
Up to 90% of online shoppers in Vietnam still prefer cash payment over online transactions, mainly due to security concern and a preference to check product quality before paying.
14:50, 2020/06/01
Vietnam’s airlines resume normal schedule of domestic flights
Some air carriers have not only increased frequency in existing routes but also opened new domestic routes after a long period of air travel restrictions.
08:06, 2020/06/01
Vietnam trade surplus narrows to US$1.9 billion in Jan-May
Vietnam's trade turnover is likely to have reached US$196.84 billion in the first five months, down 2.8% year-on-year.
14:20, 2020/05/31
Int'l arrivals to Vietnam keep falling on border closure
Arrivals from key source markets continued to decrease in May.
15:07, 2020/05/29
Vietnam keeps borders shut to foreign tourists
Vietnam’s inbound tourism services would only be resumed once safety conditions are met.
10:58, 2020/05/29
Vietnam parliament set to ratify trade deal with EU at ongoing gathering
Once the deal comes into force, it would create a new driving force for the comprehensive partnership between Vietnam and the EU.
19:16, 2020/05/28
Trade war, Covid-19 make Vietnam even more attractive to foreign investors: HSBC
Emerging economies are chasing companies to get more FDI, but companies are chasing Vietnam to move there, said HSBC.
19:19, 2020/05/27
Productivity growth key to propel Vietnam to high-income economy: WB
Vietnam’s private sector requires a modern and effective institutional framework for reaching out further to international markets, said the World Bank’s country director to Vietnam.