Some fuel retailers fudged their sales figures for years to avoid paying environmental tax while others owe large amounts in back taxes, according to the Government Inspectorate. One violator is Thien Minh Duc Corp, which often falsified figures to avoid paying VND3.3 trillion ($135.34 million) worth of tax between 2018 …
Read More »Vietnam’s richest man takes over as VinFast CEO
Vingroup chairman and Vietnam’s richest man Pham Nhat Vuong has taken over as CEO of automaker VinFast, swapping his position with Le Thi Thu Thuy, who will become chairwoman. A new financial director, Nguyen Thi Lan Anh, has been appointed to replace David Mansfield, the company said in a statement …
Read More »Discovering Dong Nai: pomelo paradise to forest canopies in 48 hours
In a 48-hour escape to Dong Nai, travelers can explore the blend of culture and nature, savor local food like pomelo salad, and visit historical sites. Dong Nai isn’t just a major economic hub known for its industrial strength, but also boasts vibrant culture and scenic landscapes, including forests, waterfalls, …
Read More »Vietjet named among world’s 20 safest airlines by AirlineRatings
Vietjet has been listed in the world’s 20 safest airlines for 2024 by AirlineRatings, the world’s famous airline safety and product rating website. In making its annual evaluation, AirlineRatings monitored 385 global airlines by considering the airlines’ incident records in recent years, fleet age, results of audits conducted by the …
Read More »Low-cost Tet gifts in demand as consumers squeeze budgets
Lunar New Year (Tet) gift packs at VND50,000-200,000 (US$2.05-8.20) are in demand this year as they fit nicely with people’s tightened budgets. During Vietnam’s main national holiday, it is customary to give gifts, usually an assortment of foodstuffs, to relatives and close acquaintances as a symbol of respect and appreciation. …
Read More »How to make southern Vietnamese beef stew
Southern Vietnamese beef stew “bo kho” offers a blend of tender meat and a medley of spices, which is often served with rice, bread, or vermicelli. This recipe serves 4-6 people, takes approximately 60 minutes to prepare, and provides around 3,000 calories in total. Ingredients – 1 kg of beef …
Read More »Ninh Thuận: Creating growth momentum for 2024
The urban economy is one of the priority areas for development in Ninh Thuận Province. — Photo plo.vn NINH THUẬN — To create growth momentum for socio-economic development in 2024, Ninh Thuận Province has identified its main tasks and solutions to spur a gross regional domestic product (GRDP) growth rate …
Read More »Electricity supply plan in 2024 dry season approved
A worker of EVN checking the transmission system in Điện Biên Province. A plan is developed to ensure adequate power supply for dry season. — VNA/VNS Photo Xuân Tư HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Industry and Trade has approved the plan for electricity supply during dry season which runs …
Read More »Seafood exports face many challenges this year
Việt Nam aims to produce 1.7 million tonnes of commercial tra fish and earn $2 billion from exporting the product in 2024. — Photo chinhphu.vn HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has lowered its target for seafood export value for 2024 to US$9.5 billion from its …
Read More »Market closes 1st week of New Year on a positive note
Employees talk to clients at an office of BIDV. Shares of the bank soared 1.95 per cent on Friday, leading the market’s bullish trend. — Photo bidv.com.vn HÀ NỘI — The stock market closed the week on a positive note on gains of banking and some pillar stocks, while foreign …
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