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Standard Chartered forecasts strong growth for Vietnam in Q1
The country’s GDP growing by 7.7% in the first quarter of this year, up from 7.6% in the fourth quarter of 2024.
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Party chief spotlights Vietnam’s rise to prominence in international integration
In his recent article titled “Rising in International Integration”, Party General Secretary To Lam highlighted that to achieve peace and development, it is a must to open the door to the outside world and cooperate with other nations, with international integration representing the highest forms and level of international cooperation.
Investment
Projected Lao Cai-Hanoi-Hai Phong railway requires a total investment capital of $7.6 billion
Foreign contractors selected through bidding are required to priorities using products, goods, and services that can be produced or supplied domestically.
Vietnamese poultry products allowed to export to Singapore
This marks a significant milestone in agricultural trade relations between the two countries and is expected to boost Vietnam's export turnover for livestock products.
"AI for all" program launched
The initiative aims to equip individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to adapt to a world where AI is becoming increasingly prevalent, thus preparing a workforce and a society for the AI-driven future.
Lam Dong approves Bao Loc - Lien Khuong Expressway project valued at nearly $691 million
When fully completed, the expressway will feature four lanes and two emergency stop lanes, with a roadbed width of 24.75 m, and an allowed maximum speed limitted to 100 km/h.
$72 mln for Long An-HCMC connecting road upgrade
Under a revised plan, the total investment capital has increased from VND971 billion ($38 million) to over VND1.85 trillion ($72 million)
Vietnamese manufacturing sector returns to growth: S&P Global
The Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) posting above the 50.0 no-change mark for the first time in four months during March.
Fruit & vegetable exports reach $1.14 bln in Q1
China remaining the biggest importer, accounting for 44.5% of the total export volume.