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Vietnam-RoK cross-border QR payment service launched
The move aiming to promote cross-border digital payments and tourism between the two countries.
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Dong Nai province greenlights 3,100ha mega-urban project in Dai Phuoc
According to the southern province's decision, the planned area covers more than 3,131 ha, and is situated to the west of the Nhon Trach new urban area, bordering the Dong Nai River and Ho Chi Minh City.
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Domestic gold prices drop four days in a row
Prices of SJC-branded gold bars slipping to the lowest level in a month.
Powering Ahead: Vietnam's Urgent Electricity Trading Push
Prime Minister's Directive Sparks Action to Ensure Stable Electricity Supply Before End of April 2024
Apple CEO Tim Cook Visits Vietnam, Hinting at Growth Plans
Apple CEO Tim Cook's surprise visit to Vietnam signals the company's deepening commitment to the country as both a production center and a growing consumer market. The visit echoes similar attention from other tech leaders like Bill Gates and underscores Vietnam's increasing attractiveness as a tech hub.
“WE MUST THINK GLOBALLY AND ACT LOCALLY": FRENCH AMBASSADOR TO VIETNAM ON CLIMATE COOPERATION
In an exclusive interview with Vietnam Economic Times, the French Ambassador to Vietnam, His Excellency Olivier Brochet, stresses the urgency of climate action and highlights the crucial role of collaboration between France, Vietnam, and the international community in building a sustainable future.
Former City Police Chief in Vietnam Jailed for 10 Years in $1.5M Invoice Fraud and Bribery Scheme
Do Huu Ca, former police director of the norther port city of Hai Phong, received a substantial prison sentence for his role in a complex web of corruption.
Vietnam Maintains Steady Growth Amidst Global Headwinds, ADB Forecasts 6% for 2024
Despite external uncertainties, Vietnam's economy shows resilience, with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) maintaining a positive outlook. Domestic demand, public investment, and potential policy shifts are key factors to watch, but structural weaknesses need addressing to ensure sustainable growth.
Downfall of a Vietnam's Real Estate Tycoon: Truong My Lan Sentenced to Death for Massive Banking Fraud
In a stunning verdict, the former chairman of Van Thinh Phat Group, Truong My Lan, was sentenced to death for her central role in a sweeping banking scandal that saw the misappropriation of over $27 billion from Saigon Commercial Joint Stock Bank. The case has rocked Vietnam's financial sector and exposed the dangers of unchecked corporate power.