Author: WB
New WB study sheds light on drivers of VN's socio-economic development
VOV.VN - Physical and economic connectivity, market linkages, and labor market mobility are among the top drivers distinguishing best-performing ethnic groups from the rest, according to a new study titled “Drivers of Socio-Economic Development Among Ethnic Minority Groups in Vietnam” released by the World Bank on May 21.
WB adopts US$125 million credit for HCMC’s sustainable urban development
VOV.VN - The World Bank Board of Executive Directors on May 16 approved a US$125 million credit to assist Ho Chi Minh City in strengthening the institutional foundations for sustainable urban development.
WB Vice President for Infrastructure to Visit Vietnam
VOV.VN - Makhtar Diop, the World Bank Vice President for Infrastructure, will be on his first official visit to Vietnam during February 20-22.
Vietnam’s economy grows robustly, but risks intensify
VOV.VN - Economic growth in Vietnam has proven resilient despite weakening external conditions, driven mainly by strong domestic demand and a dynamic export-oriented manufacturing sector.
WB Country Director's speech at Vietnam Reform and Development Forum 2018
VOV.VN - Word Bank Country Director Ousmane Dione delivered opening remarks at the Vietnam Reform and Development Forum 2018, which was held in Hanoi on December 5. Following is the full text of the speech:
WB announces US$200 billion for Climate Action
VOV.VN -The World Bank Group has announced a major new set of climate targets for 2021-2025, doubling its current 5-year investments to around US$200 billion in support for countries to take ambitious climate action.
WB supports improved transport, sanitation and preschool facilities in Thai Nguyen
VOV.VN - The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved an International Development Association (IDA) Credit in the amount of US$80 million to improve the quality of key urban infrastructure, including transport connectivity, drainage and sewer systems, public spaces and preschools in Thai Nguyen City, in North East Vietnam.
WB: Vietnam’s economic prospects improve further
VOV.VN -Vietnam’s high economic growth in 2017 and in the first quarter of 2018 is impressive and gives the country a firm foundation to move forward, said Ousmane Dione, the World Bank Country Director for Vietnam.
EVN achieves first and positive credit rating from Fitch Ratings
VOV.VN - Vietnam’s electricity company, Vietnam Electricity (EVN) is one step closer to issuing US dollar bonds and strengthening its financing capacity, following an endorsement by Fitch Ratings of its credit profile.
Project launch showcases potential of Vietnam’s trade and logistics sectors
VOV.VN - The World Bank and the Ministry of Transport hosted a workshop on May 15 to launch the implementation of the Vietnam Logistics Statistical System Project and highlight the importance of strengthening the transport and logistics sectors to boost trade competitiveness.
