Vietnam attracts nearly $12bn from global semiconductor companies
Vietnam is home to 174 foreign-invested projects active in the semiconductor industry with a total registered capital of US$11.6 billion, heard the first meeting of the national steering board for semiconductor development led by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on…
Foreigners renting motorbikes without licenses pose traffic risks
Without proper licenses required when renting motorbikes, certain foreigners in Vietnam may pose traffic risks as they ride at high speeds on unfamiliar roads.
Vietnam attracts nearly $31.4B in foreign investment in 11 months
Total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) into Vietnam, including new and additional investments, and capital contributions via share purchases, reached $31.4 billion in the first 11 months of 2024.
Vietnamese in Mekong Delta have high rate of marriages with foreigners
Six out of the top 10 Vietnamese localities with the highest rates of residents marrying foreigners are in the Mekong Delta, according to a report from the Consular Department.
Thaïlande : un réseau d’avocats influents fustige la taxe sur les revenus étrangers
Un influent réseau de cabinets d’avocats a condamné la taxe sur les revenus étrangers mis en place par la Thaïlande en janvier 2024.
Vietnam rejects claims of exit ban on British citizens
The foreign ministry on Thursday dismissed claims from a U.K. newspaper that British citizens may have their passports seized and be banned from leaving Vietnam.
Foreign teachers face tough times in Vietnam as salaries drop
Foreign teachers in Vietnam are facing increasingly tough times as salaries drop and competition intensifies, challenging their ability to sustain their livelihoods and prompting many to reconsider their futures.
Vietnam finalising plan for fund to attract foreign investment
Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment is finalising a draft plan to set up a fund to help attract foreign investment and maintain the country’s competitiveness, according to a ministry document reviewed by Reuters.
Vietnam welcomes over 6 million int’l visitors in four months
Vietnam accommodated more than 6.2 million international visitors in the first four months of this year, up 68.3% year on year and 3.9% compared to the same period in 2019 before the Covid-19 pandemic broke out.
Vietnam set to issue digital IDs for service access, plans to include foreigners
Vietnam is set to issue digital ID cards for people to use in interactions with public agencies, complementing the VNeID mobile app.
Will Vietnam’s political turmoil shake up foreign investment ?
The president’s abrupt resignation suggests uncertainty, but it should not sow doubt about Hanoi’s economy or engagement with the world.
Vietnam negotiating with 15 countries for mutual visa exemption
The foreign ministry is negotiating with 15 countries for mutual visa exemption, and with 80 others for exemption for diplomatic passports.
Vietnam issues regulations for motor vehicles brought from abroad
The government has issued a decree regarding the management of motorized vehicles registered abroad and brought into Vietnam by foreign travelers.
Da Nang eyes setting up Vietnam’s first free trade zone
Authorities in Da Nang City, central Vietnam have suggested the creation of the country’s inaugural pilot free trade zone (FTZ), which includes incentives for foreigners, aiming to generate a new development boost for the coastal city.
Draft procedure for foreigners’ e-identification registration announced
The Ministry of Public Security has proposed a procedure for foreigners’ e-identification registration, which is expected to take effect alongside the identification law on July 1 this year.
Eight things I hate about Vietnam
Some people are never appreciative of the good things around them.
Foreign investment surges in Vietnam as companies plan new factories
Foreign investment in Vietnam surged in October as the manufacturing hub attracted more than double the financial pledges it has received monthly this year, amid a big boost in spending for new plants, official data showed on Friday.
Decree amending regulations on foreign workers’ employment issued
The government has issued a decree amending and supplementing a number of articles of a decree stipulating regulations for foreigners working in Vietnam.
Procedures to be streamlined to grant work permits to foreigners in Vietnam
The Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs has been assigned to urgently gather public opinions and streamline procedures for granting work permits to foreign nationals working in Vietnam.
Teething troubles : Unwieldy online process forces visa seekers to depend on agents
Many foreigners and international tour operators complain that difficulties with Vietnam’s online visa issuance process force them to go to brokers despite the extra costs involved.
Removing barriers for foreigners to own properties in Vietnam
The Vietnam Association of Realtors (VARS) has proposed allowing foreigners to purchase and own houses, including private houses and apartments, in Vietnam during the time they work in the country.
Vietnam ranked 4th among safest places for retirees in Asia
Vietnam was placed fourth among the 10 safest places to retire in Asia for less than US$2,000 per month, according to GOBankingRates, a personal finance publication run by Nasdaq.
HCMC police to inspect all foreigners’ accommodations
HCMC police are launching a month-long inspection of all facilities that accommodate foreigners in the city to make sure they comply with regulations requiring them to report foreign residents.
Vietnam expats complain about healthcare service, public transport
Expats said they found it difficult to get healthcare access in Vietnam and complained of a lack of public transport in the country as well, according to a survey.
Why wonderful Vietnamese food fails first impressions
Many praise Vietnam as a food heaven, but there are several problems in the way we promote our foods.
Foreigners share how to avoid tourist traps in Vietnam
After falling prey to tourist scammers while visiting Vietnam, many foreign tourists have shared their travel experiences on social media and warned friends how to avoid being cheated.