Savill Vietnam's spotlight for the second half of 2020 forecast unit prices to benefit further from infrastructure upgrades. Average asking prices have increased 4 per cent per year over the last five years. At the same time, infrastructure development eases living farther out. When complete, the metro and ring roads will see this trend accelerate. The framework for public-private partnerships was simplified in 2020. Political stability and speedier decision-making will see greater spending on key infrastructure projects. The GSO estimates that for every 1 per cent point increase in public investment, GDP will move up 0.06 per cent points. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JANUARY 24
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Indonesia supports safe, transformative digital ecosystem in ASEAN
Jakarta (VNA) - Indonesia is encouraging the creation of a safe and transformative digital ecosystem in support of the planned cooperation between ASEAN and Japan in the telecommunications sector, the country’s Minister of Communication and Informatics, Johnny G. Plate, has said. The cooperation will be directed towards the development of a digital community and economic block, which will hinge on technological service and a safe and transformative digital ecosystem, he affirmed during a virtual dialogue between ASEAN Digital Ministers and Japanese Minister of Home Affairs and Communication Masayoshi Shintani. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the first ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting (ADGMIN), held from January 18 to January 22. Plate said the planned cooperation between ASEAN and Japan in information and communication technology will be in line with Indonesia's priority, including the development of 4G digital infrastructure across Indonesia, initial … [Read more...] about Indonesia supports safe, transformative digital ecosystem in ASEAN
Ho Chi Minh City seeks feedback on new administrative building
The first two underground levels of the new building are expected to be the workplace of the municipal People’s Committee and decision-making People’s Council, while the second to sixth above-ground floors will become offices for eight departments. … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City seeks feedback on new administrative building
VIMC strives to become regional brand name
The two colors of dark blue and light blue are used on the new logo of VIMC to represent the sea and sky, expressing the characteristics of the corporation’s business lines and industries. The stylized globe icon on the left is used with the purpose of honoring its strong development desire to reach out to the world. The new logo will accompany the corporation on its next journey and act as a locomotive driving the corporation’s subsidiaries. … [Read more...] about VIMC strives to become regional brand name
HCMC metro consultant asked to conduct personnel review after breach of contract
Earlier this month, a team of independent inspectors found another pad had moved from its position on the elevated section and does not fit properly. Around half the pads used were made in Malaysia and imported from South Korea. The rest were made in Japan. … [Read more...] about HCMC metro consultant asked to conduct personnel review after breach of contract