Vietnam

A strengthened high-tech workforce for semiconductors

April 25, 2024 | 15:00

Vietnam has plenty of work to do if it wants to become a true global hub for semiconductor manufacturing. Dr. Quan Le, principal investigator for the Semiconductor Workforce Development Research Grant under Fulbright University Vietnam, covered the potential for Vietnam and how to reach it with VIR’s Vy Vy.

Localities on first step towards training microchip labour force

April 25, 2024 | 13:00

A number of localities are coordinating with manufacturers to train workers for the semiconductor industry, mostly in the basic stages of assembly and testing.

Agricultural produce seeks to conquer e-commerce market

April 25, 2024 | 10:15

E-commerce platforms are not only potential consumption channels but also create opportunities for fair competition for agricultural businesses to achieve higher export goals.

Southern policies help level up investment from East Asia

April 24, 2024 | 17:00

East Asian investors continue to lead foreign investment inflows into Vietnam, with strong interest in green growth and innovation, driven by their governments’ expansion of new policies.

East Asia funding a nucleus for Vietnam’s attraction

April 24, 2024 | 15:05

In recent years, East Asian countries have become significant investors in Vietnam.

Middle East tensions hit inflation goals

April 24, 2024 | 11:53

Higher oil prices as Middle East tensions rise are expected to undermine Vietnam’s efforts to reach its inflation target this year.

Regional cooperation advances boosted through ASEAN Future Forum network

April 24, 2024 | 11:46

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet talked with VIR’s Nguyen Dat about how important the event is to regional cooperation.

Veterinary drugmakers seek time and cost-saving policies

April 24, 2024 | 11:36

Veterinary drug producers in Vietnam are awaiting simplified procedures for drug conformity to get the go ahead, in order to save millions of US dollars each year.

Crucial small business arena to receive reduced CIT boost

April 24, 2024 | 11:12

A reduction in corporate income tax is expected to materialise for smaller enterprises in Vietnam, helping them improve competitiveness.

Current VAT rate may remain for foreseeable future

April 24, 2024 | 11:02

The government is to ask the National Assembly to continue with its current VAT rate of 8 per cent until the year’s end as part of the country’s efforts to assist enterprises currently facing operating obstacles.

VAT overhaul to boost agriculture prospects

April 24, 2024 | 10:53

Vietnam is set to revise its existing Law on Value-Added Tax with a reclassification of products in areas like agriculture and fisheries, with the hopes of making them more favourable in performance.

Gaw Capital bets on “China plus one” opportunities in Vietnam

April 24, 2024 | 09:00

Gaw Capital Partners, one of the biggest global real estate private fund management firms, is focusing on logistics in Vietnam and Mexico.

Softening demand to limit 2024 trade

April 24, 2024 | 08:00

A slowdown in Vietnam’s trade is expected to undermine the nation’s current account, which is projected to remain positive this year on account of waning global demand and domestic production difficulties.

Second banh mi festival slated for May

April 23, 2024 | 17:09

Ho Chi Minh City will host the second banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) festival on May 17-19, aiming to promote the Vietnamese cuisine which has grown in popularity among foodies from around the globe.