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Wetlands need better protection
The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta region should better protect its wetlands by improving the application of sustainable livelihood models, experts said at a forum on June 13.
Seafood exports to reach US$7b
The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) predicted total seafood exports will reach some US$7 billion in 2014, a 5% increase over 2013.
Retailers seek World Cup gains
With the football World Cup around the corner, retailers, electronics stores, and supermarkets have kicked off a slew of promotions.
Developers remain uncertain of local property market
Vietnam's property market is revising but depending too much on the financial market, which makes investment still risky, so developers should take prudential steps towards the market.
Good times ahead for Vietnam hotel industry
Demand for hotel rooms in Vietnam has grown at 7-8% a year for the last three years, and occupancy rates in large cities are catching up with those in major cities across the region, a seminar heard in HCM City on June 9.
Strategy to give Vietnam competitive edge
All relevant ministries and agencies must actively participate in the government's strategy to improve business climate and national competitive edge, experts suggested at a workshop in Hanoi last week.
Banks entice local, foreign firms
With bank lending rates falling sharply in recent months, companies should grab this opportunity to borrow to develop their business, analysts said.
Universities seek ties with foreign partners
Domestic universities have more opportunities than ever before to improve quality thanks to Vietnam's international integration, a member of the National Council for Education and Human Resource Development has said.
Hoi An to issue tourist cards
Hoi An and the UNESCO office in Hanoi plan to develop a tourist card to replace entrance-tickets used to enter the old section of the ancient city.
Pockemon Crew fuses hip hop, cinema and musical
World hip hop dance champion Pockemon Crew will hit the stage of the Tuoi Tre (Youth) Theatre on June 14 with a performance combining hip hop and silent films of the 1930s and 40s.