The Hanoitimes – In addition to a weakening US dollar, the ample supply of dollars thanks to Vietnam’s record trade surplus is a major factor that could keep a stable USD/VND exchange rate. The USD/VND exchange rate in the last four months of the year is expected to remain stable, thanks to a weakening US dollar, […]
Read MoreThe Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) is seeking to open a new international border gate with Vietnam to facilitate container cross-border traffic between the two countries, according to an MPWT official. Nou Savath, secretary of state at the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, said, during the 20th Cambodia-Japan public-private sector meeting that […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — The economy still cannot be expected to return to its pre-crisis level by next year as prevailing weaknesses in industries, labor market, and overseas employment prospects will weigh on near-term prospects, said US-based Global Source Partners. In its recently released quarterly report, the market intelligence firm forecasts an 8.5 percent contraction for […]
Read MoreThe Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) plans to rejig the enrolment process for the domestic stimulus campaign to a more friendly version for the elderly, as well as urge airlines to offer special airfares for local tourists. Only 800,000 room nights have been redeemed under the “We Travel Together” campaign from a total of 5 […]
Read MoreCar imports in Vietnam have increased again after a long slump caused by the impact of Covid-19. Thailand and Indonesia have been the biggest sellers. The General Department of Customs (GDC) reported that in July, Vietnam imported 4,761 CBU cars of different kinds, an increase of 34 percent over the month before. This included 1,698 […]
Read MoreSINGAPORE, Sept 8 — Despite tourism coming to a standstill, more than 900 people have taken up jobs in the industry between April and July, in roles such as conference and event planners, system analysts and marketing sales executives. About 51 per cent of this group are aged 40 and above, and 87 per cent […]
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