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Capital Hanoi beats annual tourism target in October
VOV.VN - The number of tourists visiting the capital of Hanoi has reached over 15 million so far this year, far exceeding the set target of welcoming up to 10 million in 2022, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
Central bank revises up interest rates by 1% from October 25
The State Bank of Vietnam on October 24 decided to revise up several interest rates by 1%, starting from October 25.
Central bank raises selling price of USD to VND24,870
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on October 24 continued to sharply increase the selling price of the US dollar by VND490 to VND24,870 per USD - the highest rise in many years.
Business face obstacles as forex market heats up
VOV.VN - The escalation of the US dollar reaching a record high of more than VND24,500 in recent times is anticipated to cause numerous challenges for Vietnamese firms due to the risk of exchange rate differences, according to insiders.
VinaCapital remains positive about banking sector’s long-term outlook
Last week, the State Bank of Vietnam decided to put Saigon Joint Stock Commercial Bank (SCB) under special control and revamped the bank’s management to help the bank stabilize its operation, but analysts said the recent problem at SCB does not have any potential consequences on the banking system.
State Bank adjusts USD/VND exchange rate band to 5%
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has decided to widen the USD/VND spot exchange rate band from +/-3% to +/-5%, effective from October 17.
FTA enforcement between Vietnam and EEAU under review
VOV.VN - Vietnamese Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien and Andrey Slepnev, Minister in charge of Trade of the Eurasian Economic Commission on October 13,co-chaired the fourth session of the Joint Committee on the enforcement of the free trade agreement (FTA) between Vietnam and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
Dengue infection rate rises almost five times in Vietnam over a year
VOV.VN - Vietnam has recorded as many as 247,202 dengue infections so far this year, or 4.7 times higher than the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Health.
Vietnam strives to contribute to common values of human rights
VOV.VN - Along with nine ASEAN member states, many Asian, African, and Latin American nations voted for Vietnam to join the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), with Vietnamese people enjoying many freedoms and human rights for several years.
Leading Swiss media outlet highlights Vietnam as Asia's new tiger
VOV.VN - Renowned Swiss French-language newspaper Agefi, a publication based in Geneva, recently released an article titled “Le Vietnam et les nouveaux tigres asiatiques”, “Vietnam and the new Asian tigers” in English, by author Guy Mettan, which outlines Vietnam’s role as one of the leading emerging economies and its important role in Asia.
