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Minister of Construction Nguyen Thanh Nghi and Minister of Argentina's Ministry of Territorial Development and Habitat Santiago Maggiotti In a meeting with Minister of Construction (MoC) Nguyen Thanh Nghi at the end of April, Santiago Maggiotti Minister of Argentina's Ministry of Territorial Development and Habitat, stated his intention to bolster the exchange on SH development, particularly eco-development, smart green urban development in light of environmental issues, and technical infrastructure improvement. Santiago Maggiotti states that the Argentine Ministry of Territorial and Housing Development will examine the form to develop for Vietnamese enterprises. Approximately 2.5 million individuals are currently destitute in Argentina, which has a significant housing shortage. Consequently, housing policy will be a policy of long-term planning. In addition, Argentina has specific legal provisions pertaining to SH, and these laws are constantly being enhanced. Vietnam is … [Read more...] about Argentina and Vietnam seek to foster social housing

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha speaks at the meeting. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The national steering committee for green growth should work out specific solutions to realise green growth targets based on the country’s socio-economic conditions, Deputy Prime Minister and head of the committee Tran Hong Ha said at the committee’s first meeting on May 30. The Deputy PM required the committee to update green growth-related statistics and targets since the COP26 , and study experiences of countries in implementing green growth strategies with a view to draw out lessons for Vietnam. He underlined the need to identify a number of pilot projects in priority fields such as legal framework, science-technology, education-training and digital transformation, which will serve as the foundation for green growth in sectors with large emissions like  agriculture or transport. He also instructed that ministries and sectors urgently build sets of tools and binding … [Read more...] about Steering committee seeks solutions to realise green growth targets

The 2022 Ha Noi Supporting Industry Fair. — VNA/VNS Photo In order to achieve the target of industrial development to reach 7-7.5 per cent this year, the capital city of Ha Noi has been implementing a series of solutions to support industrial enterprises in the locality. Data from the Ha Noi Statistics Office showed that the industrial production index (IIP) is estimated to grow by 3.3 per cent last month over the previous month and by 3.6 per cent over the same period last year. The index in the first four months of this year rose by 1.6 per cent over the same period last year. The labour utilisation index of industrial enterprises in the first four months of the year fell by 3.6 per cent over the same period last year. The city had 2,900 newly-registered enterprises last month, a year-on-year increase of 15 per cent. The city had 10,300 newly-registered enterprises in the first four months, up 13 per cent year-on-year. Talking about the 1.6 per cent growth of … [Read more...] about Ha Noi supports industrial development

The high-level event seeks to strengthen international coordination, particularly emphasising South-South collaboration in the just energy transition. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on May 26 hosted an international workshop to enhance cooperation, encourage knowledge transfer, and promote experience sharing in the just energy transition. just energy transition , developing countries require multi-faceted international support in the form of finance, technology, knowledge, and capacity building to effectively decarbonise their economies and establish low-carbon development pathways. UNDP Resident Representative in Vietnam said that climate and innovative finance – both domestic and foreign, and both private and public - is of paramount importance in the energy transition. VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam seeks further international cooperation in equitable energy transition

Data usage and connectivity are considered "gold mines" driving economic growth. Finding breakthroughs and removing bottlenecks in data connectivity were the main issues discussed by policymakers and experts at the Vietnam – Asia Digital Transformation (DX) Summit 2023, which opened in Hanoi on May 24. Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha addresses the opening ceremony. Photos: VINASA Organized by the Vietnam Software and IT Services Association (VINASA), and the Ministry of Information and Communications, the summit themed "Exploiting digital data and intelligent connectivity to drive economic growth" attracted more than 2,000 local and international delegates. Delegates at the forum agreed that, with an average of only 20% compliance with national plans, there are limitations in connecting and sharing data among ministries, sectors, and localities. Local governments should work with businesses to leverage shared data to … [Read more...] about Vietnam – ASIA DX Summit 2023 seeks data connectivity breakthroughs

What is your impression of Vietnam’s young but energy-hungry market, and what are its most critical issues? With over 30 years of operation in Vietnam, GE has made significant contributions to the country's development. Vietnam holds strategic importance as a market, and we are proud to witness its progress. A key challenge lies in ensuring dispatchable energy, the ability to generate and deliver energy as needed. GE's energy consulting services play a vital role in addressing this challenge by optimising the dispatchability of energy resources. Working closely with grid operators, these services identify effective strategies for energy dispatch, including integrating renewable sources, optimising network planning, and ensuring a reliable electricity supply. Furthermore, energy financial services can facilitate financing and investments that enhance grid dispatchability. By strategically supporting projects that contribute to a more reliable and flexible energy system, these … [Read more...] about Empowering Vietnam’s energy transition

VietinBank and MUFG Bank, Ltd. (MUFG) commemorate 10 years of their strategic alliance that has enabled both organizations to support the growth of Vietnam’s banking sector and foster deeper Vietnam-Japan business and knowledge exchanges. The anniversary was celebrated in a gala ceremony in Hanoi on May 19, with senior executives from Vietnam’s business community and the senior government officials of Vietnam and Japan in attendance. The partnership officially began in May 2013, when MUFG, the banking entity of one of the world’s largest financial groups, invested in a 19.73 percent stake in VietinBank, one of Vietnam’s top banks. This strategic investment and comprehensive cooperation agreement was regarded then as an unprecedented M&A investment in the history of the Vietnamese banking industry. Since then, both organizations have leveraged their respective strengths to better serve clients and connect them to opportunities both within Vietnam and across Asia. 10 … [Read more...] about VietinBank, MUFG Bank celebrate 10 years of strategic alliance

EXHIBITION Hanoi-French Embassy hosts AFP’s “Road to 2024” photo exhibition Until June 24, Featuring 24 photographs snapped by Agence France-Presse (AFP) photographers to celebrate the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. AFP photographers captured a range of unique images during previous Olympic competitions and events leading up to the 2024 Games which will be held in the French capital. Audiences will be able to experience and relive the most memorable moments of these major sporting events thanks to AFP’s distinctive perspective, which combines a expertise, creativity, and innovation. Hanoi-Exhibition “Created in Italy - An aptitude for the impossible” Until June 18, The Hanoi Museum Showcasing the journey of Italian industrial design with 31 exhibits representing the prominence of technological innovation and production. Exhibition “Road to 2024″ May 24 – June 24 French Embassy in Vietnam, 57 Tran Hung Dao Street … [Read more...] about What’s on May 29-June 4/2023

Accordingly, Anadi plans to invest in technical infrastructure at Lien Chieu port serving the handling of general, bulk, liquid/gaseous cargo and containers. Adani hopes to receive the support of the Ministry of Transport to translate the project into reality as quickly as possible, the CEO said, expressed his hope to explore the prospect of investment in other seaports of Vietnam and on human resources collaboration to operate seaports, inland waterway ports, and ocean fleets. Minister Thang said given the limited number of Indian enterprises in Vietnam, the presence of Adani is a positive signal, opening up further cooperation prospects between the nations in the near future. The ministry is looking for port investors with financial capacity and experience, and is ready to remove difficulties and obstacles and create favorable conditions for investors and businesses, he affirmed. Thang suggested Adani invest in a complex of port operation infrastructure and logistics … [Read more...] about India’s Adani Group pushing for investment in Vietnam’s seaport

Apple on May 17 announced the expansion of the Apple Store online into Vietnam. Customers throughout the country can now shop direct with Apple and receive a service delivered by dedicated team members ready to share their expertise in Vietnamese. Meanwhile, in mid-May, eDiGi, Vietnam’s foremost premium Apple retailer, announced the closure of its store after five years. The store entered the market when official Apple products were struggling to compete against smuggled counterparts. Backed by one of Vietnam’s top retail companies, IPP Group, eDiGi aimed to carve a niche for itself in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. The accolades poured in as eDiGi secured the coveted Apple Premium Reseller and Apple Service Provider certifications, becoming the country’s pioneering haven for Apple aficionados seeking unrivalled services. However, eDiGi found itself grappling with a market where affordable prices outweighed immersive shopping experiences, and it struggled to … [Read more...] about Apple retailers set for price competition shake-up