Halal market in MENA offers opportunities for Vietnamese firms
With a large population and a rapidly growing Halal food market, the Middle East-North Africa (MENA) region is a potential market for Vietnamese businesses.
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Vietnam eyes lucrative Halal market
Experts see a golden opportunity for Vietnam to tap into the booming Halal market, fueled by a surging global Muslim population.
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After more than half a century of diplomatic ties, Vietnam and Malaysia have continually enhanced their bilateral cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including politics, diplomacy, defense, security, economics, and cultural and people-to-people exchanges. The relationship has gained momentum particularly since the two countries upgraded their ties to a Strategic Partnership in 2015.
84% of mobile phone subscribers use smartphones
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Brief biography of State President Luong Cuong
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The Business Confidence Index (BCI) report for Q3 2024, recently published by the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham), indicates positive signals in business sentiment, despite ongoing economic challenges stemming from the impacts of Typhoon Yagi and operational barriers for businesses in Vietnam.
Hanoi – 25 years as a City for Peace
Over the past 25 years, Hanoi has consistently advanced, reaching significant milestones. The city not only upholds its prestigious title but also actively promotes it, contributing to the capital's development in this era of global integration.
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Vietnam has nine scientists ranked in the top 10,000 and 60 in the top 100,000 most cited researchers globally this year, according to a newly released list by academic publisher Elsevier.
Vietnam active and proactive member of AIPA
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11 Vietnamese universities meeting international standards
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Vietnam – China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership
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Vietnam-China trade ties: A growing pillar of partnership
Economic, trade, and investment cooperation has steadily progressed, emerging as key aspects of the Vietnam-China relationship in recent times.
Vietnam launches 450-day drive to eliminate sub-standard housing
Vietnam has launched a drive lasting 450 days and nights, pooling public strength to eradicate temporary and dilapidated housing nationwide by the end of 2025.
Historical landmarks in Hanoi honoring legacy of President Ho Chi Minh
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Hanoi Liberation: Important milestones
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Vietnam makes active contributions to ASEAN development
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France becomes Vietnam's 8th Comprehensive Strategic Partner
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