While 68% of training institutions in the country reported feeling well-equipped for 4IR, this was a lower rate than Cambodia who recorded 73%, the Philippines with 81%, and Indonesia at 95%. In addition, there is also a mismatch in perceptions between training institutions and employers in terms of the readiness of graduates to work. Only 4% of domestic training institutions reported using online training platforms, while 18% reported using augmented reality and virtual reality tools for training purposes. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JANUARY 21
Vietnamese agricultural products
Purchasing power for Tet goods flourishes
Revenues jump by up to 37 percent In recent days, many supermarkets have seen lots of footfalls. At certain times of the day, customers have to wait in line for their turn to pay. Ms. Nguyen Minh Ha, a customer of Co.opmart Nguyen Dinh Chieu in District 3, shared that this year her family decided not to travel but to stay in the city to celebrate the Tet holidays. So, when she had free time, she visited supermarkets to buy decorative products for her house and food to make many delicious dishes for her family. Mr. Nguyen Anh Duc, CEO of Saigon Co-op, said that in the first week of January this year, the purchasing power of the whole network surged by 37 percent compared to the previous week. Revenues surged robustly in a wide range of essential commodities, from fresh and processed foods, cosmetics, kitchen appliances to garments. The purchasing power at supermarkets in other provinces and cities has also increased well, especially at newly-opened supermarkets, such as Thap Muoi … [Read more...] about Purchasing power for Tet goods flourishes
Dak Lak promotes shipments via Amazon
Dak Lak (VNA) – Enhancing exports via Amazon, the world’s largest Internet retailer by revenue and market capitalisation, is an effective way to help staples of the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak reach out to the world in the context that COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc on global economy, according to insiders. At a conference held in the locality on January 20, experts discussed measures to step up shipments via the e-commerce platform, and opportunities for Vietnamese firms to boost cross-border sale. Besides, they shared solutions to developing brands in the digital era while introducing several support services to businesses who want to sell products on Amazon. Vice Chairman of the provincial Department of Industry and Trade Huynh Ngoc Duong said that selling products on Amazon will help local goods engage in global value chain, adding many training courses were held to better local firms’ understanding of e-commerce activities. The department also … [Read more...] about Dak Lak promotes shipments via Amazon
PM Phúc pays pre-Tết visit to workers in Hải Phòng
On the same day, Deputy Prime Minister Vương Đình Huệ visited and presented gifts to poor households and children living in Thung Nai and Bình Thanh communes, Cao Phong District in the northern province of Hoà Bình, for the Tết (Lunar New Year) festival. … [Read more...] about PM Phúc pays pre-Tết visit to workers in Hải Phòng
Organic dragon fruit cultivation expands in Long An
Efficient irrigation helps farmers save 50 - 80 per cent on irrigation water compared to manual irrigation and 10 – 40 per cent on fertiliser, reducing production costs by VNĐ2 – 4 million (US$86 - $172) per hectare a month, according to the department. … [Read more...] about Organic dragon fruit cultivation expands in Long An