Trade

Illustrative photo (Source: laodongthudo.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – A fair showcasing Hanoi ’s agricultural products and handicrafts , the second of its kind, is slated for December 14-18 in Nam Tu Liem district. The event will feature a gastronomic space of 16 stalls introducing culinary delights of districts and towns from across the capital, such banh cuon (steamed rice noodle roll) of Thanh Tri district, che lam (nutty ginger sticky rice bars) of Thach Xa commune, and com (green sticky rice) from Vong village. At the space, local artisans are expected to demonstrate their skills of making these special dishes. During the fair, visitors will be treated to a fashion show and performances of folk arts including silk and qilin-lion-dragon dancing, cheo (traditional opera), and chau van (spiritual singing). On the sidelines, conferences reviewing the city’s project to develop farm produce verification as well as cooperation for food safety and quality … [Read more...] about Hanoi: farm produce, handicrafts fair to take place this month

At the event (Photo: baoangiang) An Giang (VNA) – A conference connecting businesses from the Mekong Delta province of An Giang with those from Cambodia was held in on December 2. An Giang is considered an economic and trade centre linking Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho and Phnom Penh, and an important trade gateway between Vietnam, Mekong Delta cities and provinces with Cambodian and ASEAN members. An Giang border economic zone is one of the eight national key border economic zones for 2021-2021-2025 with development partnered with Vinh Xuong, Tinh Bien international border gates, and Vinh Hoi Dong and Khanh Binh national border gates. Total import-export via An Giang border gates surpassed 2.2 billion USD in the first 11 months of this year, down 3% annually, but the province’s total trade went up 19% to nearly 906 million USD. An Giang Trade and Investment Promotion Centre Le Trung Hieu said An Giang will work closely with trade agencies in Cambodian localities, … [Read more...] about An Giang, Cambodian businesses seek opportunities

Members hailed the efforts by the Party Committee and administration of the country's biggest metropolis in overcoming difficulties and challenges to record many achievements in socio-economic development as well as defence and security safeguarding. The city’s economic scale rose 2.7 times in the 2010-2020 period, while the per capita gross regional domestic product (GRDP) doubled. Its economic structure has been transformed with higher contributions from the industrial and service sectors and high-tech agriculture, they noted, adding that progress has been seen in all areas, and social welfare ensured. However, they pointed out that Ho Chi Minh City has faced a number of shortcomings, including slow improvement of its investment environment, low international competitiveness, and per capita income below the set target. The Politburo said that Resolution No.16-NQ/TW was issued with an aim to turn the city into a modern service-industrial city, a driving force for the country’s … [Read more...] about Politburo members discuss review of resolution on Ho Chi Minh City development

The government leader made the request at a working session with key leaders of Binh Duong in the province on December 3. In the near future, he asked the province to remove difficulties faced by firms, deal with the shortage of medicines, biological products and medical equipment, speed up vaccination against COVID-19, and complete the planning work by June 2023 with strategic visions and new mindset. The province was urged to enhance production and trade, diversify markets and supply chains for firms, attract more foreign direct investment for mutual benefits, pay attention to workforce training and development of culture, sports, ensure social welfare and environmental protection. The disbursement of public investment capital must be hastened between now and January 30, 2023, he said, adding that periodic supervision and discipline in the regard must be strengthened. Basically agreeing with the provincial authorities’ proposals, he asked ministries to work closely with the … [Read more...] about Binh Duong urged to achieve rapid, sustainable development

Thai Vietjet on December 2 resumed the only direct service between Da Lat, the city of flowers, and Thailand’s Bangkok capital after nearly three years of suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Flight VZ940 from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) was welcomed by Lam Dong province’s leaders and Lien Khuong International Airport’s authorities. (Photo: Vietjetair.com) Flight VZ940 from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) was welcomed by Lam Dong province’s leaders and Lien Khuong International Airport’s authorities, along with water salute, lion dance, lively performances and flower wreaths upon arrival at Lien Khuong International Airport. Passengers onboard the resumed flight to Da Lat also enjoyed lucky draws for air tickets and complimentary moon cakes. Woranate Laprabang, Chief Executive Officer of Thai Vietjet, said: “We are delighted to reconnect Thailand with one of the top travel destinations of Vietnam - Da Lat, the city of flowers and beautiful natural landscapes. To … [Read more...] about Thai Vietjet resumes Da Lat-Bangkok route, offering discounted tickets

NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue is welcomed at the airport. (Photo: VNA) Auckland (VNA) – Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue and a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese legislature arrived at Auckland International Airport in the late afternoon of December 3 (local time), beginning their official visit to New Zealand at the invitation of Speaker of the House of Representatives Adrian Rurawhe. The delegation was welcomed at the Auckland International Airport by Vietnamese Ambassador to New Zealand Nguyen Van Trung, the Vietnamese Embassy’s staff and representatives of the New Zealand government and Auckland city’s administration. During the visit from December 3-7, Hue is scheduled to hold talks with Adrian; meet with senior leaders of New Zealand; attend Vietnam-New Zealand educational and economic cooperation forums; meet with the embassy’s staff and representatives of the Vietnamese community; and have several other activities. New Zealand is a strategic … [Read more...] about NA Chairman arrives in Auckland, beginning official visit to New Zealand