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HOSPITALITY / TOURISM / ENTERTAINMENT

CITIZENS FROM 13 COUNTRIES ALLOWED TO ENTER VIỆT NAM FOR 45 DAYS: GOV'T RESOLUTION

Accordingly, citizens from Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the UK, Russia, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Belarus could stay in Việt Nam for 45 days instead of 15 days since their entry, regardless of passport type or purpose of entry if they meet entry requirements in line with Việt Nam law.

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VIETNAM ECONOMY INVESTMENT

POLICY RATE CUTS BOOSTING STOCK PRICES: VINACAPITAL

The stock market recovery, which has been driven by lower interest rates in 2023, is likely to be sustained by higher earnings and attractive valuations in 2023, according to Michael Kokalari, chief economist at VinaCapital. In a recent note, he said the State Bank of Vietnam had cut policy interest rates four times this year -- the refinancing rate by 150 basis points to 4.5 per cent -- in stark contrast to its US counterpart, which has hiked rates four times, by 100bps to 5.5 per cent.

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PROPERTY / INDUSTRIAL ZONE

PRESSURE ON EXCHANGE RATE TAKES ON NEW LOOK

According to economist Le Xuan Nghia, one of the biggest risks to the Vietnamese economy is that lending rates remain high despite the State Bank of Vietnam’s (SBV) recent efforts to reduce operating interest rates. “The real interest rate is still at 10 per cent, which is too high, but this is because the operator is still worried about exchange rate fluctuations,” said Dr. Nghia.

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PROPERTY / INDUSTRIAL ZONE

REAL ESTATE POLICY REPAIR ENCOURAGED

More effective solutions are being called for to pave the way for new supply and access to buy property. The government on August 7 issued Resolution No.124/NQ-CP, which requires related ministries and sectors to accelerate the establishment of trading real estate centres to help make the market more transparent.

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VIETNAM ECONOMY INVESTMENT

BLUE ECONOMY OFFERING UP FUTURE GROWTH

“The blue economy has developed very rapidly in recent years. In addition, the current world trend is the conservation and sustainable use of oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development being implemented in many countries. These are all favourable contributing factors to the sustainable development of the blue economy in Vietnam,” Hoi noted.

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VIETNAM ECONOMY INVESTMENT

18 RENEWABLE ENERGY POWER PLANTS NOW ONLINE

According to recent data released by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), as of August 11, nearly 93 per cent of renewable-energy transition projects have submitted their profiles to the Power Purchase Department for price negotiations and power purchase agreement (PPA) consultations, a substantial achievement for just over three months of rigorous effort.

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MEMBER CORNER / PROMOTIONS

NEW WORLD SAIGON HOTEL - MOONCAKE 2023

Eternal Moonlight
Nguyet boi minh on the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the moon is at its brightest. Through the unique flavors in the Nguyet Boi Minh mooncake collection. New World Saigon Hotel wishes you smooth sailing in your next journey of this year, be it in health, work, or relationships.

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MEMBER CORNER / PROMOTIONS

THE REVERIE SAIGON IRRESISTIBLE OFFERS

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - The Reverie Saigon, renowned for its opulence and impeccable hospitality, is pleased to unveil a trio of exclusive offers that promise to elevate the guest experience to new heights. Whether seeking a dreamy staycation, indulging in delectable mooncakes, or celebrating the National Holiday in opulent luxury, The Reverie Saigon invites guests to embark on an extraordinary journey of luxury and pampering.


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