Quang Binh to spend VND5 billion on new air serviceDao Loan A scenic view of the Trang An Eco-tourism Complex in Quang Binh Province - PHOTO: KHIET THANH HCMC – The government of Quang Binh Province has decided to offer VND5 billion in financial support for Vietnam’s low-cost carrier Jetstar Pacific Airlines in a bid to maintain … [Read more...] about Quang Binh to spend VND5 billion on new air service
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Convenient stores run for market share in HCM City
Businesses in HCMC have been rushing to open convenient stores, which now total 1,050 with the growth rate of 100 percent for the last three consecutive years, according to reports by the Department of Industry and Trade. Consumers purchase food at a convenient store in HCMC After owning over 100 Co.op Food … [Read more...] about Convenient stores run for market share in HCM City
‘Little Seoul’ in Saigon
Those with an insatiable desire to gain a deeper understanding on Korean culture and gastronomy but unable to afford a trip to the northeast Asian country should drop by the Sky Garden area in Phu My Hung urban area in HCMC’s District 7, which is often dubbed as “Little Seoul” in the heart of the city. … [Read more...] about ‘Little Seoul’ in Saigon
Ministries’ role faint in market orientation for businesses
Talking about the issue, Commercial Councilor Dao Tran Nhan, head of Vietnam Trade Office in Washington D.C, said that three months ago, the office advised food and beverage companies to reexamine their business codes before exporting to the US to suit FDA’s regulations. According to the recommendation, since 2017 FDA has changed verification method to grant new … [Read more...] about Ministries’ role faint in market orientation for businesses
Eyebrows raised after Chinese power plant contractor nominated to build Vietnam’s mega-airport
Questions are being asked about the expertise of a Chinese contractor that has been put forward to build what would be the largest airport in Vietnam. The Hanoi Export-Import Company, or Geleximco, has asked the government for permission to team up with Sunshine Kaidi New Energy Group Co., Ltd., a construction and engineering firm based in Wuhan, to build Long … [Read more...] about Eyebrows raised after Chinese power plant contractor nominated to build Vietnam’s mega-airport
Travel expo comes back to HCM City
The International Travel Expo HCM City returns for the 13th time as the most established annual international travel trade event in the Mekong sub-region from September 7 to 9 at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Centre. Themed “Your Gateway to Tourism in Asia,” the ITE HCMC is … [Read more...] about Travel expo comes back to HCM City
New circular delays modern slaughterhouses
Some slaughterhouses in Cu Chi district is still just a construction ground (Photo: tuoitre.vn) HCM City (VNS/VNA) - A new circular issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has postponed the opening of modern slaughterhouses and delayed the closing of old facilities. In late August, … [Read more...] about New circular delays modern slaughterhouses
City Party Chief visits Deutsches Haus Ho Chi Minh City
Mr. Horst Geicke, chairman of Deutsches Haus HCMC Co.Ltd, said that the 25 storey high class office building has won many awards in creativeness and energy saving. The 40,000 square meter building comprises high class offices, retail area, exhibition area, event &conference area and restaurants. The work will become a connection point for Germany and other … [Read more...] about City Party Chief visits Deutsches Haus Ho Chi Minh City
Saigon police bust sex work ring aimed at foreigners
Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested two women for arranging sex services for men, chiefly foreigners, at hotels around the city. Nguyen Thuy Hang, 34, told police that she had been charging clients VND800,000 ($35) per session. Out of that she gave her partner Phan Nhu Phung VND300,000, before splitting the rest with the sex workers. Police have been … [Read more...] about Saigon police bust sex work ring aimed at foreigners
Over 700 businesses to attend Int’l Travel Expo HCM City
The ITE HCMC, which is a leading tourism event in the Mekong sub-region, is held annually by the HCM City People’s Committee and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. It is viewed as an opportunity for Vietnamese and foreign firms to introduce … [Read more...] about Over 700 businesses to attend Int’l Travel Expo HCM City