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The losses compared with the previous year were equivalent to 255 million full-time jobs and included an “unprecedented” 114 million workers joining the ranks of the unemployed and others whose working hours were reduced due to restrictions, it said. … [Read more...] about Fragile recovery seen in global labour market after huge 2020 losses: ILO

The country would also step up disaster risk reduction, mitigate climate-related damage, invest in human resources, scientific research and the development of advanced technologies in the fight against climate change. Climate adaptation would also be further mainstreamed into national strategies and planning, it was added. … [Read more...] about Vietnam needs $35 bln for climate change adaptation: PM

Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam has conditions and potential to become a developed country in the future as it boasts rich resources and abundant labour, high education lever, geographical advantages connecting Asia and the world, efficient government and patriotic citizens. The remark was made by JaeHo Jeong, Hanoi Bureau Chief of the Korea Times, on January 26 when he was present at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi to cover the opening ceremony of the 13th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), the most important political event of Vietnam. “I think Vietnam will have a brighter future than the present,” he said, adding “its role will increase amid the rapidly changing global situation”. More industrial facilities based in China will be relocated to Vietnam, and it will also serve as a key country connecting Europe and Asia with the Europe-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) taking effect. Nearby Indochinese countries are predicted to … [Read more...] about Reporters pin high hopes on Vietnam’s future

For transactions using the domestic chip credit cards, the acceptance points will have to pay fees of 1.1-1.3% of the transaction values, lower than that of other international credit cards at 2.5%. The fees will remain lower for public service providers in the fields of health care, education, and transportation. … [Read more...] about Seven local banks to issue domestic chip credit cards

The six airports comprise Dong Hoi in the central province of Quang Binh, Rach Gia in the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang, Ca Mau in the Mekong Delta province of the same name, Sa Pa in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai, Lai Chau in the northern province of the same name and Quang Tri in the central province of Quang Tri, Sai Gon Giai Phong Online newspaper reported. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JANUARY 27