Tag: Economic
Vietnam advised to speed up digital transformation for socio-economic development
Vietnam will need to do more if it wants to become a digital powerhouse as envisioned in the socio-economic development strategy adopted by the Party in February 2021, said a report of the World Bank.
China donates COVID-19 medical supplies to Vietnam
VOV.VN - The Consulate General of Vietnam in Kunming, China, has received a shipment of medical equipment and supplies for COVID-19 prevention donated by China’s Yunnan province and Hong Kong’s Sunwah Group.
Diplomatic sector effectively serves national defence, development: Minister
VOV.VN - The diplomatic sector has made great contributions to the cause of national defence, construction and development throughout the country’s history over the past more than seven decades.
President receives outgoing Mongolian Ambassador
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on August 26 hosted a reception for Mongolian Ambassador to Vietnam Bilegdorj Dash, who came to say goodbye before ending his term in the country.
US investors pin high hopes on Vietnamese market
US companies are seeing Vietnam as a "land of hope" following US Vice President Kamala Harris's visit to the Southeast Asian nation from August 24-26, reported the Vietnam Investment Review.
Vietnam, India strive to promote cooperation in medical equipment
The medical devices sector is one of Vietnam’s most promising for foreign investment due to its rapid economic development and rising demand for medical care, according to Madan Mohan Sethi, Consul General of India in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam’s participation contributes to success of 6th Eastern Economic Forum
Vietnam is one of the active members of the Eastern Economic Forum and its engagement will contribute to the success of the upcoming 6th edition, said Grigory Trofimchuk, Chairman of the Council of Experts of the Eurasian Research Fund.
Jump in COVID-19 cases to weigh on Vietnam’s economic recovery, says Fitch Ratings
An escalation in COVID-19 cases and deaths in July-August will undermine Vietnam’s previously strong recovery from the pandemic shock and may temporarily set back the positive rating momentum, said Fitch Ratings.
WB lowers Vietnam’s GDP forecast to 4.8% in 2021
VOV.VN - Vietnam’s GDP is expected to expand by about 4.8% in 2021, or 2% lower than the projection made by the World Bank Group in December 2020, the WB says in its latest edition Taking Stock released on August 24.
Pensions, social allowances expected to rise 11% from 2022
Pension and social insurance allowances and monthly subsidy will increase by 11% from January 1, 2022 under a proposal the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) has submitted to the government.
