Vietnam, Japan look to foster trade cooperation A workshop was held in Tokyo on October 22 to discuss measures to promote economic and trade cooperation between Vietnam and Japan. Held by the Department of Trade Promotion (DTP) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Japan-ASEAN centre, the event attracted representatives from more than 100 Japanese and 25 Vietnamese enterprises operating in handicrafts, mechanics, plastic, home furniture and gifts. Speaking at the workshop, Doan Thi Thu Thuy, Deputy General Director of the DTP said Vietnamese goods are present in most markets around the world, and exports are shifting from raw materials to products with higher value such as electronics and smart phones. Notably, Vietnam's agriculture has witnessed a long period of stable growth with an average expansion of 4.4 percent in the last decade, with the export value of Vietnamese fruits surpassing those of rice and crude oil. Assessing Vietnam’s advantages, … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 26/10
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“Vietnam always strives to be a good friend, a trusted partner within the int’l community”: PM
The Hanoitimes - At the toast by to celebrate the National Day of Vietnam on Thursday evening, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc highlighted the successes of the country and called for stronger friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and friends and partners the world. The following is the entire speech made by PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc at the toast: PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc delivers remarks at the toast on August 30, 2018. Photo: Quang Hieu/VGP Distinguished leaders of the Party and State, Excellency Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, Excellencies Ambassadors, Chargé d’Affaires, Heads of international organizations in Hanoi, Distinguished guests, Dear friends, On behalf of the Party, State, Government and people of Vietnam, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all distinguished comrades, guests and friends to the reception celebrating the 73rd National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. We are … [Read more...] about “Vietnam always strives to be a good friend, a trusted partner within the int’l community”: PM
BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 20/8
Deutsche Bank appoints new chief country officer for Vietnam Deutsche Bank has just announced the appointment of Hans-Dieter Holtzmann (49) as chief country officer and head of Global Transaction Banking (GTB) in Vietnam, effective from August 16, 2018. In his capacity as chief country officer, Holtzmann will report to Werner Steinmueller, member of the Management Board and APAC Head of Deutsche Bank, and in his GTB capacity, to Kaushik Shaparia, head of Global Subsidiary Coverage, GTB Foreign Exchange and Corporate Cash Management for Asia. Announcing the appointment, Steinmueller said, “We are pleased to have a colleague of Hans-Dieter’s caliber in this role. As one of our key markets in Southeast Asia, our Vietnamese franchise has shown profitable growth and we are excited about the country’s outlook. This is why last year we significantly increased our capital base in this market, providing the bank with more resources to support our clients’ … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 20/8
Deputy PM Minh’s keynote address at ASEM conference on climate action to achieve SDGs
Infographics: Viet Nam's 17 sustainable development goals Distinguished delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am very delighted to join you all at this ASEM Conference on Climate Action to Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals - Ways Forward. Your broad participation and invaluable inputs at our today’s Conference vividly demonstrate our determination to take bolder action in response to climate change for the achievement of sustainable development goals pursued by the international community. As an important inter-regional forum bringing together 53 members of Asia and Europe and a key driver for economic growth and innovation in the 21st century, ASEM has full ability and responsibility to champion for climate action for sustainable development. We can be proud of what ASEM has contributed to addressing environmental issues over the past two decades, particularly cooperation in sustainable management of natural resources, including water resources management. … [Read more...] about Deputy PM Minh’s keynote address at ASEM conference on climate action to achieve SDGs
Speech by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc at GMS Business Summit
Your Excellency Samdech Techo Hun Sen, Prime Minister of Kingdom of Cambodia, Your Excellency Thongloun Sisoulith, Prime Minister of Laos, Your Excellency Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister of Thailand, Your Excellency U Henry Van Thio, Vice President of Myanmar, Your Excellency Wang Yi, State Councilor of People’s Republic of China, Your Excellency Takehiko Nakao, President of ADB, Your Excellency Lim Jock Hoi, Secretary- General of ASEAN, Your Excellency Joaquim Levy, World Bank Managing Director and World Bank Group Chief Financial Officer, Ladies and Gentlemen, On behalf of the Government of Viet Nam, I would like to welcome all distinguished leaders, delegates and businesses to the GMS Business Summit. For the first time ever, a large scale forum is organized on the occasion of GMS Summit and CLV Summit on Development Triangle Area. Together with all the leaders, I especially welcome the participation of nearly 2600 investors and entrepreneurs of the region and the … [Read more...] about Speech by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc at GMS Business Summit