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During an event held by the provincial People’s Committee on March 25, Deputy PM Khai hailed the success of the province's industrial - urban - service model and urged Binh Duong to continue pursuing rapid, harmonious, inclusive and sustainable development, leaving no one behind. Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Vo Van Minh said industry - trade - services now account for nearly 97% of the local economy. At present, Binh Duong is home to 29 concentrated industrial parks with a total land area of nearly 13,000 ha and an average occupancy rate of over 90%. During the 1997-2022 period, its gross domestic product expanded by 10.86% annually. On the occasion, the provincial People’s Committee handed over investment certificates to nearly 10 domestic and foreign companies. Representatives from Vietnam’s Becamex IDC Corporation and the investor of the Vietnam - Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP) joint venture signed deals with nine provinces - Tay Ninh, Binh Thuan, Thai … [Read more...] about Binh Duong advised to switch to smart industrial – urban – service model

In order to better combat trade fraud activities in the future, the Ministry of Finance is requesting related agencies to soon issue specific criteria for domestically-produced goods. Under Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s instruction in Directive No.824 on tightening state administration against trade frauds, the General Department of Vietnam Customs (GDVC) has been working on perfecting the legal framework and identifying offenses in trading activities. The Ministry of Finance is requesting related agencies to soon issue specific criteria for domestically-produced goods. Photo: Hoai Nam. In terms of legislation, the GDVC has issued specific instructions for provincial customs in dealing with act of trade and origin frauds, illegal transshipment as well as violations of intellectual property rights. Additionally, the GDVC has given priority to training customs staff to ensure greater efficiency in determining cases of frauds in trade. Meanwhile, the … [Read more...] about Vietnam customs steps up fight against origin frauds in trade

The partnership will enable Australian firms to strengthen business links and identify trade and investment opportunities in the energy sector in Vietnam. Australian experts have discussed the energy transition between Vietnam and Australia and introduced new energy technologies and solutions to its Vietnamese partners. Australian energy delegation and Vietnamese partners. Photos: Australian Embassy in Hanoi The discussion, which aims to promote cooperation on renewable energy, is included in a series of activities in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City this week launched by the Australian Energy Trade Mission to Vietnam, part of celebrations of the 50th anniversary of bilateral relations. The Energy Transformation Forum was held under the partnership between the Australian Government Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) and Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade, and Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN). Like Vietnam, the Australian government has made a … [Read more...] about Australia provides energy expertise to Vietnam

The Australian Government Trade and Investment Commission cooperated with the Electricity & Renewable Energy Department – Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam and Vietnam Electricity Group to organise the Energy Transformation Forum 2023, held in Hanoi on March 28. Participants at the event The event was part of the Australian Energy Mission which comprises a series of activities in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from March 27 - 30 to promote cooperation on renewable energy and to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Australia and Vietnam’s diplomatic relationship. Like Vietnam, the Australian government has made a commitment to climate action, with a target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 43% by 2030 and to zero by 2050. The forum will discuss the energy transition of Vietnam and Australia and introduce new energy technologies and solutions from Australia. Speaking at the event, Australia’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Andrew Goledzinowski, said that … [Read more...] about Australian Energy Mission launched in Hanoi

Press conference on March 28 to announce the organisation of 19th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Fair (Photo: qdnd.vn) HCM City (VNA) – The 19th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Fair will be held in the southern metropolis from April 6-9, organisers announced on March 28. The annual event will see a wide range of cultural, artistic and sport activities, and this year's edition will be one among the activities in response to the Visit Vietnam Year 2023 hosted by the south-central province of Binh Thuan. Notably, the tourism stimulation space will have nearly 100 booths, including 46 of other cities and provinces. Bui Thi Ngoc Hieu, deputy director of the municipal Department of Tourism , said that the fair’s activities will seek to improve the quality of tourism services and promotion work./. VNA … [Read more...] about 19th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Fair to take place next month