November 11, 2024
State Bank governor lowers expectations of interest rate cut in near-future
The Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam has said that it will be difficult to see further interest rate cuts in the near future with credit demand increasing and the risk of increased pressure on the exchange rate too great…
Calls for crackdown on bogus health claims in advertising in Vietnam grow louder
Vietnam’s Ministry of Health, in a report to the National Assembly has said the regulations on its end for regulating supplements and non-traditional medicines (often referred to as ‘functional foods’ in Vietnam) are sufficient in Vietnam and has instead called for greater penalties for advertising unproven health claims and counterfeit goods…
Mixed feelings on Vietnam land rent changes with local media canvassing broad opinions
A conference Saturday organised by the Ho Chi Minh City Business Association has produced some very mixed media coverage with key takeaways for media firms in attendance varying widely.
Vietnam mining sector sees minimal FDI activity with no new projects in October
While the sector plays a role in Vietnam’s resource extraction, it has seen lower FDI interest compared to more dynamic sectors. Future growth will likely depend on policy reforms and sustainability initiatives to attract responsible and long-term investment in mining…
In today’s Vietnam news: Facebook account theft ring shut down, Minimum wage to rise from Jan 1, Nuclear power project reorganisation proposed, No jail
In today’s Vietnam news: Research prosecution exemption, Fuel retailer losses, Semiconductor degree requirements, Eurocham BCI, Government bond auction Wednesday, Australia tourist visa problems, Coffee
In today’s Vietnam news: Accor-Sun Group agreement, US largest ethanol supplier, Demographic dividend to end 3 years early, Maritime economy development, ACV looking to
This is an interview with Chris Walker, a Vietnam Sourcing Expert with Vietnam Factory Tours how rising oil prices and the Middle East crisis are
This is an interview with John Gardner, CEO and Founding Partner, at Optimum Hospitality in Ho Chi Minh City. It covers fuel price impacts on:
This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It