Focus: Prepare For The Big Game: After four years of dedicated corporate transformation, Coteccons is now poised to capture new market opportunities and redefine its role in the construction industry. As the firm is gearing up for the next phase of its growth, it aims not only to perform better financially but also to deliver genuine value to all stakeholders.
Inside Vietnam
Government Lukewarm To Cheap Funds? The pace of Government bond issuance remains slower than planned even though coupon rates are at near-historic lows. What is happening? Should the Government meet its fundraising goal at all costs?
Expectations For Public Investment In Q4: “Alongside assigning individual responsibilities, investors and those in charge must be delegated relative independence and management rights, within legal boundaries,” said Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, deputy director of the Institute of Economic and Policy Research (VEPR), in an interview with The Saigon Times
A Formidable New E-commerce Player: Chinese e-commerce platform Temu launched its Vietnam site in late September, offering deep discounts, promotional codes, and free shipping across the country.
Business
Market Awaits Q3 Business Results: Vietnam’s stock market saw a strong rally in the second week of October, with gains reported in four out of five trading sessions. The VN-Index soared to the 1,270-point mark before getting back to the resistance area of 1,290- 1,300 points, backed by the performance of blue- chip stocks.
EVIPA Will Benefit Both EU And Vietnam: Vietnam and the European Union (EU) have built a strong, multifaceted partnership encompassing economic cooperation, climate change adaptation, and regional integration. In an exclusive interview with The Saigon Times, Julien Guerrier, the EU ambassador to Vietnam, emphasized the importance of maximizing the benefits of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) and reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to supporting Vietnam’s sustainable development goals.
Living
Life In Floating Season: In the heart of Tan Hung, Dong Thap Muoi, Long An, the fields and canals transform into a vast shimmering landscape as floodwaters rise, a scene that might seem alarming to outsiders but is embraced by the locals.
The Upland Village That Makes Yin- Yang Tiles: In the remote northern village of Lung Ri, nestled in the mountainous region of Tu Do Commune, Quang Hoa District, Cao Bang Province, the Nung ethnic people have long been known for their skill in crafting yin-yang tiles, also called trough tiles. This ancient craft has weathered many changes, and today, only a few households continue to uphold this tradition.
Travel
Green Moss Carpets On Do Island: Do Island off the coast of Ninh Thuan Province offers year-round breathtaking scenery, featuring fossilized coral reefs in unique shapes and vibrant green moss carpets that stretch across rugged rocks, creating a stunning natural landscape.
Cha Dong: A Unique Phu Yen Specialty: Phu Yen is renowned not only for its pristine white sand beaches but also for its unique local delicacies, one of which is cha dong. While the name may be unfamiliar to some, this dish delivers an unforgettable taste and is a must-try for visitors.
