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Startups founded by Vietnamese-born businessmen
The world’s leading conglomerates have spent hundreds of millions of dollars to acquire valuable startups from Vietnamese-born founders.
World’s first Dong Son Tourbillon reveals
The renowned watchmaker, Speake-Marin has just introduced a new limited edition product with the image of traditional patterns and iconography on the Vietnam’s Dong Son drum.
Banks’ irrecoverable debts see huge increase
The irrecoverable debts of 12 Vietnamese commercial banks by September 30, 2015 had reached VND23.522 trillion, which accounts for 65% of bad debts, representing a 15% increase from the 50% reported in mid-2015.
Scientists warn about toxic Chinese herbicide in Vietnam
An extremely toxic herbicide made in China may penetrate the Vietnamese market through smuggling in 2016, which is a major threat to food safety and the environment.
MOF slashes auto part import tariffs to protect local production
Citing local production protection, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) wants to ease the import tariffs on automobile parts. However, the move could 'fatten’ foreign invested enterprises (FIEs) only, while local manufacturers will not see benefits.
Vietnam's role in the US$2.5 trillion ASEAN playground
Trade, investment, labor ... liberalization is seen as a big opportunity for Vietnam when the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) is established, but it also a great challenge because of Vietnam’s level of integration.
Cua Dai Beach disappearing because of erosion
The long strip of beaches with high-end resorts along Cua Dai Beach area in the ancient city of Hoi An is at risk because of soil erosion.
Car-part import tariffs may discourage Volkswagen
Will Phu Thai Holdings give up a plan to assemble Volkswagen cars in Vietnam? The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has said it cannot satisfy the requirements to be able to enjoy low car part import tariffs.
What will happen to Vietnam if Japan's economy falls into recession?
The news that Japan has entered an economic downturn has raised concerns among Vietnamese exporters. Meanwhile, experts believe Japan will still be keen in providing ODA (official development assistance) to Vietnam.
Vietnamese women need to change their awareness of domestic abuse
It's ironic that many Vietnamese women, especially those living in remote, mountainous or rural areas, think that beatings by their husbands are a way of expressing their sentiments and the power of men.