Economy
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WTO forum looks to promote dialogues between State and private firms
Entrepreneurs and politicians from World Trade Organisation (WTO) member nations gathered at a business forum in Argentina on December 12 to promote dialogue between State and private businesses.
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Markets buoyed by Sabeco news
Shares performed well on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange on December 12 on the efforts of energy and beverage stocks following news about the State’s divestment from largest brewer Sabeco and a jump in
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Vietnam Retail Forum reviews 10-year retail market growth
The Vietnam Retail Forum, themed “10 years of retail market and challenges in the future”, was held in Hanoi on December 12.
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Japan shares experience in developing food industry
The Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) will create opportunities for Japanese businesses to meet with Vietnamese food companies to exchange investment information.
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Seafood export turnover expected to hit 8.3 billion USD
Vietnam’s seafood export turnover is expected to reach 8.3 billion USD this year, posting an 18 percent increase over 2016, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VAS
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EVN reports 8-percent rise in 11-month electricity output
The Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) said its total electricity output in January-November increased by 8.16 percent year on year to reach 181.35 billion kWh.
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Government to sell 53.59-percent stake in Sabeco
The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) is taking steps for the sale of 53.59 percent of its stake, equivalent to nearly 343.7 million shares, in the country’s largest brewery Saigon Beer, Alcohol a
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First Vietnam Property Awards launched
The Vietnam Real Estate Association (VNREA) held a press conference in Hanoi on December 12 to announce the launch of the first-ever Vietnam Property Awards for 2017-2018.
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New SBV decree to ease gold trading regulations
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is collecting feedback for a decree on gold trading, which will include a monopoly for the central bank on accepting gold deposits.
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Doubts persist over E5 fuel sales
Southern cities and provinces are ready to switch from the RON92 grade petrol to E5 biofuel starting next year, but concerns remain over its pricing and consumer preference.
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Vietnam’s oil exploitation exceeds set plan
The Vietnam National Oil and Gas Group (PVN) produced 14.27 million tonnes of oil during January-November, exceeding its set plan of 2.6 percent.
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Vietnamese goods enjoy promotion gains
A programme launched by Ho Chi Minh City has proved to be effective in promoting local-made products and supporting domestic businesses to develop brands and improve their production.
