Bao told VnExpress that there is no longer much room for an economic growth model that relies on exploitation of labor and natural resources, or FDI inflows, as these will yield benefits only up to a certain point. Meanwhile, scientific and technological advances, specifically Industry 4.0, will require Vietnam’s economic model to change, he said. … [Read more...] about Economists chant private sector mantra as Party Congress deliberates
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Toyota Mobility Foundation Announces Six Finalists for the City Architecture for Tomorrow Challenge
About Toyota Mobility FoundationThe Toyota Mobility Foundation was established in August 2014 to support the development of a more mobile society. The Foundation aims to support strong and equitable mobility systems. It utilizes Toyota's expertise in technology, safety, and the environment, working in partnership with universities, government, non-profit organizations, research institutions and other organizations to address mobility issues around the world. Solutions till date have aimed at resolving urban transportation problems, expanding the utilization of multi-modal mobility, and developing solutions for future generations. … [Read more...] about Toyota Mobility Foundation Announces Six Finalists for the City Architecture for Tomorrow Challenge
Vietnam, Netherlands target sustainable agri-business development
Other project launchings and project introductions at the event included: Quality Improvement Tropical Fruit Vietnam; Orange Knowledge Program: Towards a Climate Resilient Nursery Sector and Value Chain in the Mekong Delta; River Training and Management in the Mekong Delta; Water Retention in the Mekong Delta; and the Cai Mep Ha Logistics Center & Downstream Cai Mep Ha Port. … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Netherlands target sustainable agri-business development
Netherlands and Vietnam promotes sustainable business for Mekong Delta
With $2 million invested from the Dutch government and another $2 million from the Dutch private sector, the project aims to make the citrus sector of the Mekong Delta more sustainable and efficient (reduce the negative impacts of agro-chemicals to the environment), and more profitable (50 per cent increase in income) for 150,000 citrus small-holders in the area, by developing a sustainable citrus value chain – in which the local farmers will be contracted and supported in combination with the private sector’s extension system, fertiliser advisory service, virus-free citrus seedlings, and financial support programme. … [Read more...] about Netherlands and Vietnam promotes sustainable business for Mekong Delta
Finance sector contributes decisively to national achievements: Official
Hanoi (VNA) - The national finance sector has recorded important developments and made decisive contributions to the country’s achievements, according to member of the Party Central Committee and Minister of Finance Dinh Tien Dung. Addressing a discussion within the framework of the 13th National Party Congress on January 27, Dung said the financial sector has implemented the policy of e-government development towards a digital government and digital economy, and promoted IT application and development. Businesses now basically conduct all tax declarations, tax payments, tax refunds, and customs procedures via digital platforms. The restructuring of the State budget and public debt in the 2016-2020 period helped strengthen national finances while mobilising more resources for COVID-19 prevention and control, supporting the national economy to avoid recession, helping Vietnam become one of the few economies posting positive growth in 2020, and creating an important foundation … [Read more...] about Finance sector contributes decisively to national achievements: Official