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Smart energy to grow with smart urban development
As smart energy plays an important role in smart urban areas, Vietnam plans to develop smarter, cleaner, greener and more sustainable energy resources for its cities, said experts at a recent summit in Hanoi.
Positive signs for steel industry at year-end
The production and consumption of building materials started resuming at the end of the third quarter this year as lots of construction works were speeding towards completion, however, local producers have been warned to watch the market to avoid a possible surplus.
Vietnam’s mobile ad market expected to hit US$211 million in 2020
The mobile advertising market in Vietnam is expected to reach US$211 million by the end of this year, according to the “Vietnam Mobile & Smartphone Application Report in the first half of 2020” released by Appota Group - a digital entertainment company.
Vietnam Jungle Marathon returns
More than 1,100 runners on October 24 will race up to 70km in the Vietnam Jungle Marathon (VJM) in Pu Luong Nature Reserve in the central province of Thanh Hoa.
Ride-hailing market becomes increasingly crowded
More and more ride-hailing services are entering the market despite the dominance of the pioneers Grab and Gojek, formerly known as GoViet.
Shrimp exports projected to up 9.8% to US$3.7 billion this year
Vietnam’s shrimp exports are forecast to reach US$3.7 billion this year, posting an year-on-year increase of 9.8%, fuelled by the EU – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) which facilitated export to the EU markets, according to Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).
Individual purchases still key to market growth
Strong individual purchasing power has been the key to the strong rebound of the Vietnamese stock market this year after it was hit twice by the COVID-19 outbreaks.
Banks in HCM City to continue supporting businesses
Banks in Ho Chi Minh City are focusing on measures to mitigate the difficulties faced by businesses due to the COVID-19 pandemic and help them get back to health, a State Bank of Vietnam official has said.
Tourism sector short of culinary staff
With the increasing development of tourism and services, working in the culinary industry offers many development opportunities and the possibility of a higher income than other occupations.
Leather and footwear on course for strong recovery: LEFASO
Vietnam's leather and footwear industry was on course for a strong recovery as more international fashion brands were valuing the country as an important part of the global supply chain, according to the Vietnam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (LEFASO).