TIẾNG VIỆT 
Wood producers still grappling with lack of orders
Vietnam earned $1.2 billion from exporting wood and wooden products in March, up 36.3 per cent against February but down 22.8 per cent year-on-year.
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Domestic banks reduce one-year deposit interest rates to below 9%
In late December 2022, Vietnamese commercial banks reduced their deposit interest rates below 9.5% following the central bank’s lead.
Over $19mn earmarked for fishing port upgrade in Vietnam’s Khanh Hoa
Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and the administration of Khanh Hoa Province plan to spend VND450 billion upgrading the Hon Ro fishing port in the provincial capital of Nha Trang.
Prime Minister chairs meeting to remove obstacles for national key transport projects
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh asked the State steering committee for national key transport projects to regularly review and inspect the projects so as to complete the heavy workload until 2026.
- Rising dragon: Amazon eyes Vietnam as key link in global supply chain 1
- Vietnamese textile-garment sector logs record number of export markets 2
- Vietnamese fruits struggle with higher standards 3
- VinaCapital seeks to sell SkyX Solar for $100 million 4
- Vietnam takes advantage of FTAs for exporting agricultural products 5
- Vietnam on the rise as a promising destination for int'l retailers 6
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Vietnam remains favorite investment destination for European firms: Report
Precisely 36% of European firms ranked Vietnam either first, within their top three, or among their top five investment destinations on a global scale.
Quang Ninh retains top position in Viet Nam PCI rankings 2022
The northern coastal province of Quang Ninh once again topped Viet Nam’s Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) 2022.
Waste-to-energy projects help curb greenhouse gas emissions
Speaking at the event, Deputy Director of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment said that currently, about 10,000-10,500 tonnes of domestic waste is discharged daily in the city.
Deputy PM urges expediting Long Thanh Airport project
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on April 11 emphasised the importance of selecting a reputable and capable contractor for the construction of the passenger terminal of Long Thanh International Airport.
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First batch of sweet potatoes to be exported to China next month
China is the largest importer of Vietnam’s sweet potatoes, but exports have been largely carried out via unofficial channels, which poses many risks for both farmers and businesses.
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Foreign executives cautious over Vietnam investment: EU business body
Foreign managers expect no major changes in investment in Vietnam this quarter, after inflows fell in the first three months of the year.
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Thanh Hoa speeds up public investment disbursement
Thanh Hoa province was allocated over VND12.5 trillion ($523 million) worth of public investment capital this year. Public investment capital allocated to the province in 2023 totals $523 million.
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HCMC developing high-tech, green EPZs and IPs
In 2031-2045, HCMC will examine, supervise, and support businesses in upgrading technology or relocation.
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PM inspects airport expansion in Dien Bien
Dien Bien Phu Airport expected to cater to 1 million passengers annually when completed later this year.
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Stocks of coffee producers less appealing on market
Coffee prices in Vietnam have experienced a gradual incline in tandem with the global trend, but the stocks of local coffee producers have remained stagnant, displaying limited liquidity, extended periods of inactivity.
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Rooftop solar power enterprises struggle with dual challenges
More than 4,000 solar power systems have been invested in Binh Duong Province, worth about VND12 trillion (US$51.1 million).
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Three Singapore banks disburse $31.5 mln to Vietnam energy firm
BGG - SP Greensky has received $31.5 million disbursed by three major Singapore banks as part of a credit line totaling $50 million.
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Corporate bonds worth 1.1 billion USD issued in March
The corporate bond market is showing signs of recovery with a notable increase in both the number of issuers and the value of issued bonds in March.
