Marking 20 years of APEC successes Whilst making his TV show, The Airport Economist, Tim Harcourt visited over 60 economies during the past seven years. One country in particular that has always stood out to him is the enchanting land of Vietnam, one of the emerging ‘second generation’ tiger economies of Asia. Vietnam, with a young and vibrant population, is the latest poster child for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI), and has been developing the much needed infrastructure that is required to get the economy moving. Harcourt, who is also an economist, told VIR that Vietnam is considered a ‘transition tiger’ economy, moving from a planned economy to one that is more open and market orientated. The economy has grown at an annual average rate of above 6 per cent over the past decade. In addition to strong economic growth, inflation and unemployment have both remained at a low level. “Vietnam has positively changed itself thanks to joining a … [Read more...] about Marking 20 years of APEC successes
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BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 20/8
Deutsche Bank appoints new chief country officer for Vietnam Deutsche Bank has just announced the appointment of Hans-Dieter Holtzmann (49) as chief country officer and head of Global Transaction Banking (GTB) in Vietnam, effective from August 16, 2018. In his capacity as chief country officer, Holtzmann will report to Werner Steinmueller, member of the Management Board and APAC Head of Deutsche Bank, and in his GTB capacity, to Kaushik Shaparia, head of Global Subsidiary Coverage, GTB Foreign Exchange and Corporate Cash Management for Asia. Announcing the appointment, Steinmueller said, “We are pleased to have a colleague of Hans-Dieter’s caliber in this role. As one of our key markets in Southeast Asia, our Vietnamese franchise has shown profitable growth and we are excited about the country’s outlook. This is why last year we significantly increased our capital base in this market, providing the bank with more resources to support our clients’ … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 20/8
What’s on March 19-25 (Daily updated)
MUSIC & PERFORMANCES Hanoi-Piano Recital “Kaleidoscope” Mar 24, 8 pm, L’Espace, 24 Trang Tien street Featuring the talented pianist Trang Trinh. Performances of: twelve variations of ‘Ah! I will tell you, mother’ by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Francis Poulenc’s ‘Varied Piano Theme’, Franz Liszt’s ‘Danse macabre’, and many more. Ticket price: VND210,000 - VND130,000 for L’Espace members - VND100,000 for students Hanoi-Subscription Concert Vol. 108 Mar 22, 8 pm Hanoi Opera House, 1 Trang Tien Street Conductor: Jonas Alber, Piano Soloist: Luu Duc Anh, and the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra. Program L.V. Beethoven: Prometheus Overture Op.43 Concerto Piano No.1, Op.15 in C major Symphony No.1, Op.21 in C major Tickets Ticket prices: 200,000 – 350,000 – 500,000 VND. All tickets available at Hanoi Opera House or can book online at ticketvn.com. For free delivery, call: 0913489858, … [Read more...] about What’s on March 19-25 (Daily updated)
Ben Tre: Vietnam’s coconut kingdom
Talented: Nguyen Bach Lan, also known as Ma Bay (Seventh Mum) from Ben Tre‘s Chau Thanh District, often uses coconut to make dishes, including cakes for her family. Whenever I think of coconuts, Ben Tre Province immediately comes to mind. Though coconut trees can be found nearly everywhere in the country, only in Ben Tre can you find the special species of palm tree that is characteristic of the region. Located in the southwestern part of the Mekong Delta, about 90km west of HCM City, Ben Tre has ong been famed for its delicious variety of coconut dishes. Travelling from HCM City, you will soon notice the shadows of coconut trees as you cross the Rạch Mieu Bridge over the Tien River linking the two Delta provinces of Tien Giang and Ben Tre. All around you are lush, verdant paddy fields and boats quietly gliding on waterways, a perfect gateway to a relaxing vacation or weekend retreat away from the big city. One of the area’s most famous products is keo dua (coconut … [Read more...] about Ben Tre: Vietnam’s coconut kingdom
Bến Tre: Việt Nam’s coconut kingdom
Viet Nam News Coconuts can be found anywhere and everywhere in Việt Nam. The fruit’s versatility is renowned. Juice, candy, rice and meat dishes are all immensely popular, but only in the Mekong Delta province of Bến Tre can you find the Green Xiêm coconut. It’s so special that it was recently granted a certificate of Geographical Indication. Văn Châu BẾN TRE – Whenever I think of coconuts, Bến Tre Province immediately comes to mind. Though coconut trees can be found nearly everywhere in the country, only in Bến Tre can you find the special species of palm tree that is characteristic of the region. Located in the southwestern part of the Mekong Delta, about 90km west of HCM City, Bến Tre has long been famed for its delicious variety of coconut dishes. Travelling from HCM City, you will soon notice the shadows of coconut trees as you cross the Rạch Miễu Bridge over the Tiền River linking … [Read more...] about Bến Tre: Việt Nam’s coconut kingdom