Illustrative image (Source: Reuters) Kuala Lumpur (VNA) - Malaysia is on the road to recovery in terms of headline economic numbers, but Finance Minister Zafrul Abdul Aziz has warned of risks to the recovery amid an uncertain global economic outlook. He said the numbers speak for themselves as Malaysia had a strong first quarter this year, with gross domestic product ( GDP ) growth of 5%, and is on track to achieve a GDP growth rate of 5.3 to 6.3% in 2022. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate dipped to 3.9% in both May and June 2022, showing a declining trend for 14 consecutive months now, he said in his opening keynote address at the Malaysian Student Leaders Summit XVI 2022 on August 8. The minister said Malaysia’s trade performance has also remained resilient, maintaining its growth momentum as trade data showed double digit growth for 16 consecutive months since February 2021. However, he said Malaysia is also facing risks and challenges to recovery such as the … [Read more...] about Malaysian finance minister warns of risks to recovery
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Vietnam needs skilled workforce to become upper-middle-income economy by 2035: WB
Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam will need a skilled workforce to transform itself into an upper-middle-income economy by 2035, the World Bank has suggested in its recently-released report named “Taking Stock: Educate to Grow”. In its bi-annual report, the lender said: “Vietnam needs a workforce with 21st century skills to grow. As the economy moves from being driven by low skill and low wage jobs in manufacturing and services towards a more innovation driven growth model built on higher value-added industries and services, Vietnam ’s workforce will need to attain higher level and more relevant skills.” The Vietnamese Government’s Socio-economic Development Strategy for 2021-2030 says as much, aiming to use scientific, technological, innovative, and digitally transformative knowledge and build quality human resources as key drivers of higher productivity and future economic growth. To achieve these goals, Vietnam needs to reform its education system … [Read more...] about Vietnam needs skilled workforce to become upper-middle-income economy by 2035: WB
Laguna Lang Co marks five-year anniversary in Vietnam
Five years ago, the integrated resort was established in Lang Co Bay, a destination known for its untouched natural beauty and unique culture. Lang Co was first discovered by King Khai Dinh, the 12 th King of the Nguyen dynasty, and the destination retains its original charm, nestled in a rural setting with picturesque countryside and the natural elements of Feng Shui. Laguna Lang Co has been operating two luxury hotels branded Banyan Tree and Angsana, an 18-hole par-71 championship golf course designed by six-time Major winner Sir Nick Faldo, luxury private villas and residences, convention facilities, and recreational activities. “As we turn five years old with many significant achievements under our belt, we now look forward to the next exciting phase of our development. It is our time! It is also the time for Hue and the province of Thua Thien-Hue to have its moment in the sunshine,” shared Gavin Herholdt, managing director of Laguna Lang Co. “In 2018 we have gone from … [Read more...] about Laguna Lang Co marks five-year anniversary in Vietnam