Economy
India moves from women development to women-led development
The vision of a new India is transitioning from women’s development to women-led development where women are equal partners in the growth story and India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat.
Economy
EU Spends Nearly US$3.1 Billion Purchasing Garments And Textiles From Vietnam
According to the General Department of Vietnam Customs, the EU spent nearly US$3.1 billion on importing garments and textiles from Vietnamese suppliers during the first nine months of the year, up nearly 10% from the same period last year.
Vietnam - EU Free Trade Agreement: Challenges and the Way Forward
While the EVFTA has facilitated significant achievements, it also presents new challenges such as regulatory compliance, competitive capacity enhancement, and fully leveraging the agreement's benefits. Evaluating the EVFTA after nearly four years is crucial in formulating the future economic development strategies for both Vietnam and the EU.
Asian Buddhist Summit 2024 delves into spread of Dhamma and the lasting importance of Pali
The two-day Asian Buddhist Summit 2024, held from November 5th to 6th, brought together scholars, experts, and practitioners from Central, Southeast, and East Asia to explore the spread of Dhamma and the enduring relevance of the Pali language in understanding the teachings of the Buddha. Organised by the International Buddhist Confederation, the second day of the summit at The Ashok H
Vietnam - EU Free Trade Agreement: Reviewing Key Achievements
The Vietnam - European Union Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) officially came into effect in 2020. After nearly four years of implementation, trade and investment flows from the EU to Vietnam have increased significantly. However, the EVFTA also poses new challenges and opportunities, including compliance with regulations, enhancing competitive capacity, and taking full advantage of the benefits the agreement offers. Assessing the EVFTA after nearly four years is therefore an essential step in shaping the economic development strategy for both Vietnam and the EU in the coming period.
Republic of Korea and Vietnam Negotiate on Trade Defense
According to a VNA reporter in Seoul, on November 6, the Trade Commission under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Korea (MoTIE) and the Vietnam Trade Defense Agency discuss cooperation on trade defense.
PM Welcomes Increased UAE Investment in Vietnam
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed that Vietnam always creates favorable conditions, in accordance with the law, for UAE investors to invest and do business effectively and sustainably in Vietnam.
Singapore Looks to Enhance Cooperation with Vietnam's Southern Key Economic Zone
The Singaporean Ambassador to Vietnam, Jaya Ratnam, has expressed an interest in collaborating with the Southern Key Economic Zone on food security initiatives.
Standard Chartered: Vietnamese Economy Shows Moderate Growth
Standard Chartered Bank’s latest macro-economic update assessed that Vietnam's key economic areas remain relatively robust for the rest of 2024.
Quang Ninh to Promote Local Brands to the International Market
Leveraging free trade agreements and the benefit of sharing a border with the populous Chinese market, businesses in Quang Ninh are progressively increasing the global reach of their branded goods and products.
Australia - Vietnam Expland Connection in Sustainable Development and Technology
Ambassador Pham Hung Tam is positive that the Vietnam Innovation Network in Australia will play a significant role in advancing the science and technology sector in Vietnam.
IMF on powers - China’ growth: falling and impacting others
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on October 22 presented World Economic Outlook report and found big economies as China faltering with a lowered growth forecast to 4.8% in 2024 as compared to 5% in 2023 despite a number of stimulus packages injected by the regime in the recent times.
Vietnam Collaborates with UAE, Saudi Arabia on Quality Standards
A Vietnamese delegation led by Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat held a working session with the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) and signed a technical cooperation agreement with the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organisation (SASO) on October 29.
ASEAN Food Corner 2024 to promote ASEAN’s goods in Czech and Europe
ASEAN countries need to join hands to create various channels to bring ASEAN agricultural, aquatic and seafood products to European and Czech consumers besides ASEAN Food Corner 2024.
Vietnam’s Agricultural Exports Set for Record High, Eyeing US$60 Billion Despite Typhoon Impact
With swift production recovery and continued growth, Vietnam's agricultural sector could potentially surpass the US $60 billion export target, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD).
Tasks and Solutions to Bring Vietnam - RoK Trade to Reach 100 billion USD
Within the context of high-level meetings between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) over recent years, the leaders of both nations have consistently aimed to boost bilateral trade turnover to 100 billion USD by 2020, and subsequently by 2023. Despite these ambitions, the target has not been met. To realize this goal in the future, it will be essential to implement a range of synchronized solutions.
Vietnam - RoK Trade Relations: 1993 to 2022
While Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) have engaged in trade since the early 1980s, it was the formal establishment of diplomatic relations that significantly bolstered trade cooperation.
Vinpearl woos Indian luxury travelers with strategic two-pronged focus
Vietnam, with its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty, has become an increasingly attractive destination for Indian travelers. Vinpearl's focus on luxury wedding tourism and high-end MICE services has further enhanced the appeal of the country to this growing market.
Vietnam-UAE Partnership Boosts Human Resource Development
Vietnam-UAE Business Forum on Labor Cooperation brings together major UAE corporations and Vietnamese companies with a long-standing presence in the Middle East labor market.
India sends 30 tonnes of essential medical supplies to Palestine
The Indian government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the people of Palestine with a recent shipment of 30 tonnes of medical supplies amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Enforced disappearances in Balochistan: the Noor family’s plea for justice
The family sit-in protest demanding the safe return of two brothers, Sabir Noor and Abid Noor, entered its fourth day last Thursday in front of the office of the Deputy Commissioner in Panjgur, Balochistan.
India remains Vietnam's largest star anise export market
In 9 months, Vietnam's star anise export reached 9,822 tons, reaching nearly USD 47 million, in which India continues to be Vietnam's largest star anise export market.
