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How to Start an English Centre in Vietnam 2026: Capital, Regulations & Salaries
Vietnam’s booming economy has seen huge numbers of foreign firms enter the market and foreign tourists visit the country. This has created huge demand for English language courses and the proliferation of English language learning centres around the country. In this light, this article discusses the key steps and procedures that should be understood when opening an English language centre in Vietnam.
Indonesia buys US$473 million of Vietnam’s exports in December, down 8.71 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$473 million worth of goods to Indonesia, down 8.71 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
France ships US$349.09 million worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 99.94 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$349.09 million worth of goods from France, up from US$174.60 million in November, a change of 99.94 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 17.46 points, foreign traders net-buy US$19.01 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,896.59, up 17.46 points or 0.93 percent, with a total trading value of VND 37,554.96 billion or US$1425.24 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$19.01 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, Monday
On January 19, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,500 and the sell rate was VND 26,550, a change of 250 and 250, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,525 (up 0.95 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,132, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,264.
Animal feed production in Vietnam down 3.07 percent in December
Vietnam produced 1,322.70 thousand tons of animal feed in December, down 3.07 percent from 1,364.61 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Iron / steel imports Vietnam up 19.01 percent in December, China / Indonesia top suppliers
Vietnam imported iron and steel to the tune of US$1,212 million in December, up from US$1,019 million in November, a change of 19.01 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fishery products exports from Vietnam down 3.59 percent in December, China / Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported fishery products to the tune of US$954 million in December, down from US$990 million in November, a change of -3.59 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Processed seafood production in Vietnam down 5.34 percent in December
Vietnam produced 697.25 thousand tons of processed seafood in December, down 5.34 percent from 736.58 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Germany ships US$455.12 million worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 46.37 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$455.12 million worth of goods from Germany, up from US$310.94 million in November, a change of 46.37 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
France buys US$342 million of Vietnam’s exports in December, down 6.36 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$342 million worth of goods to France, down 6.36 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Plastic products imports Vietnam up 11.09 percent in December, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported plastic products to the tune of US$1,067 million in December, up from US$960 million in November, a change of 11.09 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Toys / sporting goods from Vietnam up 11.14 percent in December, USA / Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported toys and sports requisites; parts and accessories to the tune of US$942 million in December, up from US$848 million in November, a change of 11.14 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Open a Gym in Vietnam 2025: Culture, Regulations & Costs
Opening a gym in Vietnam for foreign firms or individuals, however, is not always easy. Not only are there several technical and licensing requirements that need to be met, but Vietnam has also developed its own very distinct gym culture. This can take a little getting used to and may make penetrating Vietnam’s gym-going consumer class challenging. With this in mind, understanding the nuances of Vietnamese gym culture and the complexities of business establishment procedures in advance of entering the market can therefore be crucial to the success of a new gym in Vietnam. This runs through the key details.
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production in Vietnam down 12.56 percent in December
Vietnam produced 72.52 thousand tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in December, down 12.56 percent from 82.94 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Malaysia ships US$1billion worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 24.40 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$1,002.60 million worth of goods from Malaysia, up from US$805.98 million in November, a change of 24.40 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has imported US$11,004 million worth of goods from Malaysia. Vietnam imported US$320.71 million
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 14.33 points, foreign traders net-sell US$42.88 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,879.13, up 14.33 points or 0.77 percent, with a total trading value of VND 35,636.04 billion or US$1,352.41 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$42.88 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, Friday
On January 16, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,250 and the sell rate was VND 26,300, a change of 350 and 350, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,275 (down 1.31 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,131, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,275.
India buys US$994 million of Vietnam’s exports in December, up 26.06 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$994 million worth of goods to India, up 26.06 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Open a Restaurant in Vietnam 2025: Licenses, Costs & More
Opening a restaurant in Vietnam can be complicated. With this in mind, this guide runs through wages, locations, consumer behaviour, and a range of other key considerations that future restaurateurs should consider…
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