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Ecosystem essential
Vietnam’s industrial real estate market is evolving well beyond traditional factory space as investor and tenant preferences evolve.
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Connectivity key
Better infrastructure and revitalized urban areas are tipped to drive growth in housing demand in Vietnam’s major cities, especially where public transport offers convenience.
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To reflect practical conditions
A number of amendments are contained within the draft revised Law on Housing, including rules on homeownership by foreign organizations and individuals.
A more positive outlook for economic growth
Director General of the General Statistics Office of Vietnam, Ms. Nguyen Thi Huong, tells VET about the country’s economic performance in the first quarter and how it sets up growth for the year overall.
More drastic measures against IUU fishing
Vietnam has accelerated its fight against IUU fishing as it seeks to have the EC’s ‘yellow card’ warning removed this year.
Industrial production in upwards trend
Industrial production is forecast to increase during 2024 as a whole after rising handily in the first quarter.
Cash flow's effects on economic growth
Mr. Pham Xuan Hoe, former Deputy Director of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV)’s Institute of Banking Strategy, shared with VET his thoughts on cash flow in the first quarter and its effect on economic growth.
Momentum for further growth
Dr. Can Van Luc, BIDV Chief Economist and Member of the National Financial and Monetary Policy Advisory Council, underscored the various prospects for Vietnam’s economic growth in 2024.
Hai Phong in green transition
Chairman of the Hai Phong City People’s Committee Nguyen Van Tung tells Vietnam Economic Times’ Anh Duc and Song Hoang about the northern port city’s success in achieving green growth targets.