Poor receive gifts ahead of Tet
Many believe that those who have a pleasant Tet
will enjoy a prosperous year. So as the biggest holiday in Viet Nam
approaches, the Government is working to ensure that even disadvantaged
people can celebrate the Lunar New Year in style.
Reservoirs to release water to parched farms
The water level of rivers will likely fall by 30 per cent this dry
season, forcing hydro-electricity plants in central and Central
Highlands provinces scramble to ensure a steady electricity and water
supply.
Group urges end to jewelry export tax
The Viet Nam Gold Business Association (VGBA) has urged the State Bank
of Viet Nam to abolish the export tax on jewellery which is at 10 per
cent now.
Firms squirm under cap on advertising costs
Both domestic and foreign firms have called for lifting restrictions on
advertising and promotional spending to mitigate the economic gloom.
Group urges end to jewelry export tax
The Viet Nam Gold Business Association (VGBA) has urged the State Bank
of Viet Nam to abolish the export tax on jewellery which is at 10 per
cent now.