Tag: economy
Accelerated green economy transition efforts needed for 2024 GDP target
Vietnam’s 2024 economic growth target of 6.5% is challenging, with weak consumption demand and exchange rate risks, so signals a pressing need for hastening energy transition towards a green economy, a conference to launch the Vietnam Annual Economic Report 2024 heard.
US recognition of market economy to increase opportunities for Vietnamese exports
The US's recognition of the market economy in Vietnam will help expand business opportunities for Vietnamese enterprises and pave the way for Vietnamese exports to this market, according to experts.
Vietnam likely to become second largest growing digital economy in ASEAN by 2030
VOV.VN - Vietnam was the fastest-growing digital economy in ASEAN in 2023, and with its potential it is on the road to becoming the second-largest by 2030, said the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) in its recent report “Vietnam at a glance.”
Singaporean newspaper: Vietnam’s economy poised for gradual recovery
Singapore’s maritimefairtrade.org recently published an article on the recovery of the Vietnamese economy, citing the latest World Bank Taking Stock bi-annual economic update with growth forecast to reach 5.5% in 2024 that will gradually rise to 6% by 2025.
Price of domestic flights still soaring
Domestic air ticket prices have become a headache for many families and tourists making travel decisions.
Workshop highlights VN's potential for developing circular economy
A workshop on developing the circular economy in rice production and processing was held in Can Tho city on June 7, drawing the participation of policymakers, experts, and representatives from international organisations and the Departments of Agriculture and Rural Development of 13 Mekong Delta localities, and businesses in this industry.
Vietnam actively engages in regional green transition
A Vietnamese delegation led by Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien has attended the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Ministerial Meeting, and its sidelines event - Clean Economy Investor Forum in Singapore.
Vietnam set to become one of fastest-growing economies in Asia: HSBC
VOV.VN - Vietnam is set to become one of the fastest-growing economies throughout the region in the years ahead, according to HSBC economist James Cheo.
New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters visits Vietnam
VOV.VN - New Zealand Minister of Foreign Affairs Winston Peters arrived in Hanoi on June 5 for a two-day visit to Vietnam to outline new directions for cooperation between the two countries.
Import surplus returns after 23 months, experts downplay concerns
VOV.VN - After enjoying trade surpluses for the past consecutive 23 months, Vietnam once again slipped into an import surplus in May, sparking concerns about the general health of the economy, although experts say it is not really a worrying sign.