Bamboo Airways said it recently launched direct flights from Can Tho to Phu Quoc island, and Con Dao island in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province. The non-stop service will be operated during the week, using Embraer 195 aircraft. On the occasion, the airline offers special fares on the route, with one-way ticket priced from 49,000 VND on Can Tho-Phu Quoc, and 809,000 VND on Can Tho-Con Dao. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JANUARY 20
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Domestic market must take advantage of e-commerce: minister
In 2010, Viet Nam had about 8,500 markets, more than 500 supermarkets and nearly 100 trade centres. Those figures surged to 1,085 supermarkets and 240 trade centres while the number of markets remained stable by 2019. Thousands of modern convenience and specialised stores operating under as chains are growing quite rapidly in big cities. Thanks to the developed commercial infrastructure, goods have been transported quickly from the countryside to the city to reduce distribution intermediaries. … [Read more...] about Domestic market must take advantage of e-commerce: minister
Biti’s – a Vietnam Value Programme honoured “Journeys will lead you home” messages
Contributing a part to the success is meaningful advertising messages. For instance, "Tender care for your feet" has always been the priority of the company, which is reflected in Biti’s items and media campaigns. With a broad vision, the footwear maker wishes to better spread the message through new and updated slogans like “Di de tro ve” (Journeys to lead you home) tied to the Redsnow and Redpride brands. … [Read more...] about Biti’s – a Vietnam Value Programme honoured “Journeys will lead you home” messages
African Energy Chamber: African Lives Matter, Too. Energy Policy Decisions Should Consider Their Needs
I want to be clear: Africa does not need social programs, even educational programs, that come in the form of aid packages. What's more, offering Africa aid packages to compensate for a halt or slow-down of oil and gas operations will not do Africans any good. I tried to make that point recently during a friendly debate with Prof. Patrick Bond, a very bright man and a distinguished professor at the University of the Western Cape School of Government. He argued that Africa should keep all of its petroleum resources in the ground to minimize greenhouse gas emissions and prevent further climate change. Developed nations, the professor continued, should compensate Africa for that sacrifice, and Africa could use that money to develop other opportunities. No. This is not the time for Africa to be calling for more aid. Africa has been receiving aid for nearly six decades, and what good has it done? We still don't have enough jobs. … [Read more...] about African Energy Chamber: African Lives Matter, Too. Energy Policy Decisions Should Consider Their Needs
Firms seek support from VN diplomats abroad
Nguyễn Văn Tuấn from the Việt Nam Cotton and Spinning Association said the country’s garment and textile products were exported mainly to the US, EU, Japan, and South Korea, with sales to other markets being modest. … [Read more...] about Firms seek support from VN diplomats abroad