Vietnam considers the US as one of its most important partners and welcomes the US to support a strong, independent, and prosperous Vietnam. Vietnam aims to enhance the Comprehensive Partnership with the US, focusing on mutually beneficial outcomes that generate employment opportunities and growth for both nations. Overview of the meeting. Photos: Nhat Bac “Such an effort would contribute to supporting global and regional stability, cooperation, and development while promoting peace and harmony.” Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed the remarks during a meeting with a delegation of the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) today [March 22]. At the meeting, Chinh welcomed a delegation of over 50 large US enterprises to visit and work in Vietnam, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam-US Comprehensive Partnership (2013-2023). The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the US Government and businesses for their support in providing vaccines and … [Read more...] about Vietnam continues to push for stronger ties with US: PM
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Vietnam to develop policies to adapt to global minimum tax
Panasonic Life Solutions Vietnam in Vietnam - Singapore Industrial Park, Binh Duong province. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Vietnam will adjust investment policies to adapt to the global minimum tax rate and remain an attractive destination for investment. The move comes amid concerns that this measure might undermine the competitive advantage of developing countries in attracting foreign investment through offering tax incentives. The global minimum tax was Pillar Two of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation Development ( OECD )’s base erosion and profit-shifting (BEPS) framework. To date, the solution drew the participation of over 140 countries and jurisdictions, including Vietnam, which aimed to reform international taxation rules and ensure that multinational enterprises pay a fair share of tax wherever they operate through the establishment of a global minimum effective corporate tax rate of 15% for those with annual revenue of 750 million euros, starting from … [Read more...] about Vietnam to develop policies to adapt to global minimum tax
Textile, garment firms switching to green production
A garment factory in Vietnam (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Textile and garment businesses in Vietnam are taking steps to switch to green production to meet partners’ demand and achieve sustainable development, the Cong Thuong (Industry & Trade) newspaper reported. Greening textile and garment production chains is currently a global trend that are compulsory for businesses to achieve sustainability. It is also a requirement placed on manufacturers as the EU, which imports over 4 billion USD worth of textiles and garments from Vietnam annually, has proposed the imposition of some eco-regulations on imports. Major fashion brands in the world are also prioritising green enterprises to place their orders or requesting suppliers to adopt green practices. Facing challenges and strict requirements from the market, many Vietnamese businesses are making changes towards green manufacturing, including upgrading factories and using recycled fabric and green energy. Among … [Read more...] about Textile, garment firms switching to green production
Minister hopes U.S. becomes biggest investor in Vietnam
He made the remark at a meeting with a business delegation of the U.S. - ASEAN Business Council (USABC) in Hanoi on March 21. Highlighting the two countries’ comprehensive and fruitful relations, Minister Dung said the U.S. is currently the second largest trading partner and one of the leading export markets of Vietnam. It is also an important ODA provider and the 11th biggest among the 142 countries and territories investing in the Southeast Asian nation. Vietnam highly values the fruitful investment and business activities of U.S. investors and hopes they will maintain their trust and expand investment, trade, and development cooperation in the country, he noted. The official was of the view that there is huge cooperation potential in the fields of green growth, digital economy, science - technology development, and innovation, adding that Vietnam encourages and prioritizes quality and focus-driven foreign direct investment. The country is also implementing policies to help … [Read more...] about Minister hopes U.S. becomes biggest investor in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City seeks ways to expand cooperation with Argentina
While in Argentina, the delegation had a meeting with Politburo member and Secretary in charge of External Relations of the Communist Party of Argentina (CPA) Jorge Kreyness. Hai thanked the CPA for its solidarity, support and sentiment for the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and Vietnamese people in their past struggle for national liberation as well as the present cause of national reform and construction. The official affirmed the consistent stance of the Vietnamese Party, State and people on constantly consolidating and strengthening the friendship and solidarity between the CPV and the CPA and people of Argentina. Hai expressed his hope for enhanced solidarity and more efficient cooperation between the two parties for the common revolutionary cause. In reply, Kreyness lauded Vietnam’s achievements and experience, and noted his belief in the success of reforms and socialism building in Vietnam under the CPV’s leadership, calling Vietnam an example for Latin American … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City seeks ways to expand cooperation with Argentina
Vietnam – Belgium traditional friendship receives renewed support
The two countries officially established diplomatic ties on March 22, 1973, just two months after the Paris Agreement on ending the war and restoring peace in Vietnam was signed. Vietnam will long remember the wholehearted assistance from the Belgian government and people for its post-war reconstruction and recovery efforts. Over the past five decades, bilateral partnerships have flourished in various spheres, particularly politics - diplomacy, trade, agriculture, education - training, science and technology, and development cooperation at the federal, regional, and community levels. Belgium always attaches importance to relations with Vietnam and has established itself as an international partner substantially contributing to the Southeast Asian country’s successes via development cooperation programs. The two sides have also actively coordinated with each other at multilateral forums, especially the United Nations, the Asia - Europe Meeting (ASEM) and ASEAN - E.U. frameworks. … [Read more...] about Vietnam – Belgium traditional friendship receives renewed support
Can Tho, India cultivate multifaceted cooperation
Speaking at the event, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Thuc Hien suggested orientations for bilateral cooperation in hi-tech agriculture, processing industry, investment, tourism, health care, education - training and information technology. He wished for India’s support to hold the "India - Can Tho city" networking conference with an aim to connect Indian importers with local exporters of rice, seafood, farm produce and processed agricultural products, as well as popularize the city’s tourism. Can Tho plans to arrange a trip to India in May for a delegation of investment, trade and tourism promotion officers, he said, suggesting that the Indian side helps the delegation hold a working session with the Indian Institute of Technology to invite Indian investors to Can Tho's concentrated IT zone. The host also wished to visit and share experience in economic and tourism development with authorities of a suitable locality. Sethi, for his part, pledged to … [Read more...] about Can Tho, India cultivate multifaceted cooperation
Major US companies laud Vietnam as strategic market
At a Wednesday meeting between Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and the delegation of the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council (USABC), the council's president Ted Osius said U.S. businesses consider Vietnam a strategic market and are ready to commit to long-term investments in the Southeast Asian nation. Osius said the delegation were highly supportive of the Vietnamese government’s moves towards a more digital and green society. He also encouraged steps the country has taken in infrastructure development, such as the construction of new highways and metro rail public transit options, the Vietnam Government Portal reported. U.S. ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper said the American grouping at the meeting was the largest U.S. business delegation to ever visit Vietnam. He said this confirmed the commitment of the U.S. government and the private sector to support a strong and prosperous Vietnam via cooperation. At the meeting, the delegation proposed new ideas and opportunities for business … [Read more...] about Major US companies laud Vietnam as strategic market
Prime Minister calls on youth to play pioneering role
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh asked the youth of Vietnam to play a pioneering role while chairing a hybrid dialogue with young people nationwide on March 22. PM Pham Minh Chinh presents flowers to congratulte the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union on its 92nd anniversary at the dialogue on March 22. (Photo: VNA) The dialogue focused on three topics: education and training for the building of high-quality young human resources meeting requirements of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, improving physical health and the cultural and spiritual life of the youth, and creating an environment for the young to make self-improvement, start careers, and innovate. In his message to over 20 million young Vietnamese people both at home and abroad, PM Chinh affirmed that the Party and State always attach importance to the youth’s role in national development and safeguarding, and that throughout history, the youth have always played a crucial part as late President Ho … [Read more...] about Prime Minister calls on youth to play pioneering role
Vietnam’s Dien Bien to close airport for 8-month expansion project
Vietnam's Ministry of Transport has issued a decision to temporarily shut Dien Bien Airport in the namesake northern upland province for eight months for an upgrade and expansion, starting from mid-April. The airport, located in Thanh Truong Ward in Dien Bien Phu City, will be closed from April 15 to December 17 this year. The current Dien Bien Airport was restored from Muong Thanh Airport, which was constructed by the French. The airport has a runway which is 1,830 meters in length and 30 meters in width, three aprons, and a passenger terminal that was built in 2004 and has an annual capacity of 300,000 passengers. Due to the short runway and simple landing systems, Dien Bien Airport only serves ATR 72 turboprops and Embraer 190 jets, which can transport a maximum 114 passengers. The Dien Bien Airport expansion project is aimed at making it capable of handling modern Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft and the equivalent airliners. VASCO, a subsidiary of national flag carrier … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s Dien Bien to close airport for 8-month expansion project