Printer production at Canon Vietnam (Photo: hanoimoi.com.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – Amid the slowing down of the global investment flows, experts held that improving both quality and number of foreign investment projects is a heavy task for Vietnam, requiring great efforts from the Vietnamese Government to fulfil the “dual targets”. According to the Foreign Investment Agency under the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI), as of May 20, Vietnam had drawn 10.86 billion USD of foreign direct investment (FDI), down 7.3% year on year, including 5.26 billion USD of newly-registered capital, up 27.8%. Do Nhat Hoang, Director of the agency said that the increase in the amount of newly-registered capital in five months was higher than the 11% recorded in the first four months of this year. Meanwhile, the number of new projects in the five-month period also surged 66.4% year on year to 962 projects, showing foreign investors’ strong confidence in the investment environment of Vietnam … [Read more...] about Improving FDI quality, quantity crucial for Vietnam: Insiders
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Hanoi’s hidden bun cha crowded for 25 years
Tucked away in a deep, narrow alley at 74 Hang Quat Street, in the heart of the Old Quarter, this bun cha (grilled pork with vermicelli) eatery might easily go unnoticed if it weren't for a modest sign at the entrance. The shop serves authentic Hanoi flavors from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. Despite its limited space, the restaurant sees a constant flow of diners, forming long queues that extend from one end of the alley to the other. The popularity of this eatery can be attributed to its traditional Hanoian vibe. This place spans a narrow alley, approximately 1 meter wide and 30 meters deep. At the entrance, you'll find the cooking area with a table of ingredients, a barbecue grill, a section dedicated to frying spring rolls, and a small iced tea shop. Diners can park their vehicles on the other side of the road. The dining tables for guests are arranged both inside the house, and … [Read more...] about Hanoi’s hidden bun cha crowded for 25 years