Trade turnover touches US$100 billion in first quarter Vietnam’s total trade turnover amounted to US$100 billion between January and March 19, according to Vietnam Customs. Recently-released statistics from the General Department of Vietnam Customs show that the country raked in US$10.95 billion during the first half of March, with many export staples enjoying a sharp increase in value. The figure helped to lift the country’s total turnover of exports to US$47.05 billion by March 15, an on-year rise of 5.4 per cent. A number of exports recorded a strong rise in value across the reviewed period. They include telephones and components, garments and textiles, computers, electronic items and components, wood and wooden products, and means of transport and spare parts. Meanwhile, imports reached a total of US$21.3 billion during the first half of March, bringing the total import value to US$93.6 billion by March 15. The figure edged up to US$100 billion by March 19, a surge of … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 25/3
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BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 19/1
Hanoi 3rd in JLL's City Momentum Index The Asia-Pacific is home to 19 of the top 20 cities on the sixth City Momentum Index published by JLL, highlighting the continuing shift of fast urban growth from the West to the East. Overall, Indian and Chinese cities dominate the rankings, accounting for three quarters of the top 20. Leading the pack are Bengaluru and Hyderabad in India, with Hanoi third. “Asia continues to show strong momentum, with cities that are successfully expanding their innovation economy punching above their weight in terms of attracting capital, companies, and people,” said Mr. Jeremy Kelly, Director of Global Research at JLL. “It’s clear that the tech sector is a key driver of both real estate and economic momentum - driven by large technology firms as well as dynamic startups in cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ho Chi Minh City and Shenzhen.” Although the global economic cycle is in its late stages, there are still many cities in the … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 19/1
2 days or more on Phu Quoc, the pearl island – VnExpress International
Back to English Comments Travel & Life - December 14, 2018 | 10:32 pm GMT+7 Here is all you need to knowto visit this popular place in southern Vietnam.Best time to visit The ideal time to travel to Phu Quoc, Vietnam's biggest island, is from November to April. This is the dry season in southern Vietnam, and the sea will be calm and the weather perfect for outdoor activities. It is the best time to unwind and relax on the beach or take a dip in the cool water. Backpackers and those who want to go on an adventure should be mindful and bring enough water and sun-protection gear since things can get really hot. From April to October is the rainy season. But it is also the peak season on Phu Quoc since it is the summer vacation. The island gets extremely crowded and all prices go up.How to get there The best way to travel to Phu Quoc, from both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, is by plane. Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air have daily direct flights. Phu Quoc … [Read more...] about 2 days or more on Phu Quoc, the pearl island – VnExpress International
A thousand flowers to bloom in Phu My Hung’s Sakura Park – VnExpress International
Back to English Comments Companies - November 28, 2018 | 09:00 am GMT+7 Stretching over 600m along the Ca Cam River, Sakura Park, to be created by major property developer Phu My Hung Development Corp. and its Japanese partners, will be a special landmark in Phu My Hung Midtown. Inspired by the Japanese cherry blossom season, the park will have hundreds of Singapore sakura, and trees.This is the most elaborate project in the complex. Sakura Park will cost millions of US dollars excluding the costs of transportation and cherry and many other flowers, according to Truong Quoc Hung, vice president of Phu My Hung Development Corp..Le Van Chung is a gardener working in the Phu My Hung City Center. His daily tasks involve watering, manicuring grass, fertilizing, spraying plant nutrients, and cleaning nurseries. For the last two years he has put a lot of work into tending the Singapore sakura trees in the nursery. These are the main trees meant for Sakura Park, the first cherry … [Read more...] about A thousand flowers to bloom in Phu My Hung’s Sakura Park – VnExpress International
BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 31/10
Vietnamese food introduced in Hong Kong Visitors to the seventh Hong Kong Food Carnival, which is underway in Kwai Tsing district, Hong Kong (China), have shown interest in Vietnamese food. Products such as dried rice vermicelli, fish sauce, cashew nuts, dried longan and coffee have been introduced by Hanoi Trade Corporation (Hapro) and Hello-5 JSC. Of note, King Cashew Nut Ltd., Co. which represents Hapro in Hong Kong, has worked with the Vietnamese association in Hong Kong to open a booth featuring Vietnamese dishes at the event. Apart from Vietnam, the Southeast Asia section within the carnival also includes booths set up by Thailand and Malaysia. During the carnival, from October 27 to November 4, participating countries and territories are also putting on traditional art performances. Previously a biennially event, from this year on the Hong Kong Food Carnival will be held annually due to its increasing popularity. SCG's Q3 revenue in Vietnam up 18% … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 31/10