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MOIT seeks zero-dong pricing for rooftop solar power price

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien believes that paying zero dong to electricity to be generated by rooftop solar power systems is a reasonable policy which could prevent profiteering.

VN’s cashew imports exceed exports as Cambodian products flood market

As of April 15, Vietnam had exported 183,300 tons of cashew nuts worth $984.6 million, while it had spent $1.04 billion to import 834,000 tons of raw nuts. The trade deficit connected to the product has returned.

Still no VAT hike proposal to aid business development

The amended VAT Law is set to be submitted for approval next month with new content, yet the common tax rate is still proposed at 10 per cent to help businesses through current turbulent times.

Vietnam's 2024 rice exports seen beating target

Vietnam’s rice exports this year are forecast to beat the earlier projection of 7.6 million tons, heard a conference on rice exports.

Truong My Lan appeals against lower court verdict

Truong My Lan, chairwoman of Van Thinh Phat Holdings Group Corporation, has appealed against the death sentence imposed on her by the lower court, said local media reports.

VN could profit from taxing bitcoin, digital asset transactions

The total value of cryptocurrencies entering Vietnam in 2023 reached $120 billion. Vietnam could collect big money from taxing cryptocurrency transactions and having a legal framework to control virtual assets.

SSC rejects KRX system operation on May 2

The KRX system has not undergone a comprehensive acceptance review involving investors, contractors and beneficiary units.

Gold bar prices reach historic high of over VND85 million per tael

The price of domestic gold bars on April 26 continued its upward trajectory, climbing to a historic peak of VND85 million per tael to surpass all previous records.

Revenue on top five e-commerce platforms jumps 79%

The e-commerce market of Vietnam was robust in the first quarter of this year with total revenue of the top five platforms.

Vietnam expected to become e-commerce powerhouse in Southeast Asia

Vietnam has emerged as one of the most promising shoppertainment markets and is expected to become an e-commerce powerhouse in Southeast Asia.

Can mini cars change Vietnamese travel habits?

The price of mini car models available in Vietnam remain high, limiting the number of purchases. If the prices were halved, however, sales would increase.

Transport Ministry assures investors about disbursement of public capital

Minister of Transport Nguyen Van Thang has affirmed that money is ready for disbursement and payments will be made gradually as the work goes on.

Over three-fourths of Vietnamese adults possessing active bank account

The State Bank of Vietnam yesterday held a press conference in Hanoi to announce the digital transformation event of the banking industry in 2024.

80% of bullion gold unsold at auction, gold prices continue to fluctuate

Experts say that, like in 2013, the gold auctions are just being done to explore the situation and that the winning volumes are small. However, the fact that 80 percent of gold went unsold on April 23 is worth thinking about.

Vietnam's first low-emission rice product launches in August

By August 2024, low-emission rice products are expected to be introduced with the foundational standards released by the Department of Crop Production.

Energy industry needs nearly 5 trillion VND of investment in 2021-2030

The total investment capital demand for the whole energy sector in the 2021-2030 period is between 163.01-189.46 million USD, according to a plan to implement the National Power Planning in the 2021-2030 period with a vision to 2050.

Enterprises want clearer regulations on seafood production

It is necessary to develop more detailed and consistent regulations on seafood production for export in line with the implementation of solutions towards sustainable and responsible fishing practices.

Some plywood firms likely to close due to higher anti-dumping tariff in RoK

Awaiting a final decision from the South Korea, Vietnamese enterprises have concerns over a potential higher anti-dumping duty in South Korea on plywood imports from Vietnam.

Early issuance of direct power purchase critical to promote foreign investment

Further delay in the issuance of the direct power purchase agreement will affect the foreign investment attraction of Việt Nam.

Exports face challenges despite enjoying robust growth

Several industries such as garment, textile and seafood have all recorded impressive export growth over recent times, despite conflicts in various regions globally remaining complicated, heard a forum held on April 25.