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Japanese businesses operating in HCM City have complained about the operation of unlicensed taxis at Tan Son Nhat Airport. The complaints were made at a recent meeting co-held by the HCM City Investment and Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC) and the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (JCCI). Representative from the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam at the meeting. Attending the meeting, a JCCI representative said that unlicensed taxis are causing some problems at Tan Son Nhat Airport including high fares and robberies. "Statistics from the Japanese Consulate in HCM City showed that there have been 12 cases so far this year including five cases in October alone," the representative said. "To better ensure safety and fairness for local people and visitors, including foreign visitors, we propose that HCM City authorities more strictly punish violating drivers," he said. "Taxis should be asked to introduce their name … [Read more...] about Japanese firms denounce unlicensed HCM City airport taxis

The Politburo yesterday issued a resolution that set the goal to make HCM City a modern city that leads the country in the digital economy and be an economic hub of Southeast Asia by 2030. An aerial view of District 1 in HCM City which has been tasked to become an economic hub of Southeast Asia by 2030 At the meeting chaired by Party General-Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng, the Politburo reviewed the implementation of development goals in the 2010-2020 period and set new goals for 2030 with a vision to 2045. From 2010 to 2020, HCM City’s economy expanded 2.7 times and its GRDP doubled. The city continued to reform its growth model, with the development based on science and technology applications. Its economic structure shift was also on the right track as it focused on high-tech industry, services and agriculture. The annual state budget collection was also higher than planned. The city also witnessed positive achievements in other fields including science, … [Read more...] about HCM City tasked to become Southeast Asia’s economic hub by 2030

Visitors to Vietnam Expo 2022 (Photo: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – The 20th Vietnam International Trade Fair in Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam Expo 2022) opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre in District 7 on December 1. The event features several specialised exhibitions such as the ones on landscape and gardening technology, elevator and technology, electronics and smart appliances, baby toys, and gifts and household appliances. It gathers about 550 booths of more than 520 enterprises from 20 countries and territories. Nguyen Van Nga, Director of the Agency for Southern Affairs at the Ministry of Industry and Trade , said Vietnam Expo is a series of specialised trade promotion events in which enterprises of different sectors will engage in many activities to boost trade and business partnerships. The expo also provides a chance for domestic and international companies to access latest products and state-of-the-art technologies in the world and develop … [Read more...] about Vietnam Expo 2022 kicks off in HCM City

Visitors at the Vietnam International Baby Products & Toys Expo that opened in HCM City on December 1. — VNS Photo More than 300 leading businesses are showcasing 20,000 products in electronics and smart appliances, baby products and toys, and gifts and housewares at three expos opening in HCM City on December 1. The Vietnam International Electronics & Smart Appliances Expo showcases products in five main categories: machinery, electric devices and electronics; technology products and components; smart appliances and smart home, LED technology and lighting systems, and refrigeration and household electricity. The Vietnam International Baby Products & Toys Expo displays products in five categories: toys and accessories; educational products; strollers, baby equipment for cars; products for mom and infants; and fashion products. Products on display at the Vietnam International Gifts & Housewares Expo include smart home appliances, professional kitchen appliances … [Read more...] about Three international expos open in HCM City

HCM City has great potential for developing bleisure travel. (Photo: VNA) Phan Thi Thang, Vice Chairwoman of the municipal People's Committee, said that the Covid-19 pandemic has changed the behavior and habits of tourists. Lack of travel for the two years of the pandemic has encouraged travelers to make better use of their time, yielding creative forms of tourism trends such as “bleisure” travel. This type of tourism is to become a popular lifestyle when balancing work and leisure, bringing many benefits to stakeholders and a multi-industry supply chain, she said, adding that it will save time, costs and reduce stress for tourists, thereby improving their productivity and providing leisure time on the same journey. Regarding tourism firms, it brings in more customers and increases revenue even in the low season, Thang said, noting that HCMC has great potential for developing bleisure travel. The southern metropolis has over 4,000 hotels and lodging facilities with nearly … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City looks to cash in on new travel trends

The release of the leading gastronomy book is expected to boost tourism and hospitality in Hanoi and HCM City. For the first time in the Guide's history, the MICHELIN inspectors will evaluate quality restaurants in Vietnam's two largest cities. A delicious specialty of Hanoi is the Bun thang (vermicelli noodles with assorted toppings). Photo: Luk Lak Vietnamese Restaurant According to MICHELIN Guide International Director Gwendal Poullennec, the Guide has been looking at Vietnam’s gastronomic scene for quite a long time. He emphasized: “With a fascinating food heritage and history, distinctive and unique flavors, iconic recipes and well-known delicacies, Vietnamese cuisine has carved its way to popularity around the world." "Supported by locals where eating out has always been a true way of life, as well as by talented restaurateurs, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are two gourmet gems that deserve to be fully celebrated. We can’t wait to present our … [Read more...] about MICHELIN Guide to feature Vietnam gastronomy for 1st time

An additional 635 Covid-19 infections were confirmed in the past 24 hours in Vietnam, bringing the national tally to over 11.51 million, the Ministry of Health reported on Friday. Illustrative photo According to the ministry's report, the national caseload has so far increased to 11,517,124. On December 2, an additional 145 more patients recovered from the disease, raising the number of recoveries in the country to over 10.60 million. On Friday evening, no deaths from Covid-19 were recorded, the country's total fatalities stayed at 43,176, accounting for 0.4 per cent of total infections. By December 2, the country had injected over 264 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines. Around 98 percent of residents in HCM City have been found to carry antibodies against Covid-19, according to a survey of 839 random people. The survey was jointly conducted in September by the city’s Centre for Disease Control, the HCM City Hospital for Tropical Diseases and Oxford … [Read more...] about Additional 635 Covid-19 cases reported on Friday

Hanoi has approved a year-long pilot bike rental service programme in Hoan Kiem, Tay Ho, Dong Da, Ba Dinh, Hai Ba Trung, and Thanh Xuan districts. Hanoi to pilot bike rental service in six urban districts Hanoi People's Committee has asked the Transport Department and authorities in these six districts to prepare for the implementation of the pilot programme before December 15. During the pilot programme, a total of 1,000 bicycles, half of which are electric, will be put into operation at 94 rental spots. The project will cost around VND30.2 billion (USD1.21 million). The cost for each 30-minute use is VND5,000 (USD0.20) for a regular bicycle and VND10,000 (USD0.40) for an electric bike. The cost for the whole day will be VND60,000 (USD2.40) and VND120,000 (USD4.80), respectively. Monthly and yearly tickets will be available. Rentals can be paid through bank transfer and e-wallet. During the pilot period, Tri Nam Group, the investor of the project, … [Read more...] about Hanoi to pilot bike rental service in six urban districts

Michelin announces Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City as the latest destinations joining the international selection of the MICHELIN Guide at a ceremony in the capital city on December 1. (Photo: Sun Group) Hanoi (VNA) – Michelin announced Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City as the latest destinations joining the international selection of the MICHELIN Guide at a ceremony in the capital city on December 1. For the first time in the Guide's history, the MICHELIN inspectors will evaluate quality restaurants in Vietnam's two largest cities. They will present their first selection of restaurants in June 2023. Ahmad Faiez Mohamed Pisal, Managing Director of Michelin Vietnam, said at the launching ceremony of MICHELIN Guide Vietnam that the Southeast Asian nation has been known to the world for its history and interesting culinary traditions . Locals in Hanoi and HCM City have taken street foods as a lifestyle, he said, praising owners of culinary establishments , whether local or foreign, … [Read more...] about MICHELIN Guide arrives in Vietnam

Participants at the workshop (Photo: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – A workshop discussing issues related to mutual legal assistance (MLA) in criminal matters was held by the Supreme People's Procuracy and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in HCM City on December 2. Participants heard that a number of new requirements for the judicial sector in recent years include electronic data collection , recovery of property acquired from illegitimate sources, and sending witnesses abroad to provide mutual legal assistance. mutual legal assistance of the Supreme People's Procuracy, said Vietnam has sent more than 1,200 requests for MLA in criminal matters , and received nearly 280 requests of this kind from abroad over the last two years. VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam learns from Japan’s experience in mutual legal assistance