(VOVworld) – A recent government report says Vietnam’s economy last year and 4 months of this year was more stable and inflation was curbed. But, according to the report, more measures are needed, including those to remove business obstacles and improve competitiveness.

(VOVworld) – Vietnam is leading the world in pepper production and export, but the prices of its pepper remain low. To this end, Vietnam is focusing on building trademarks for sustainable pepper export.

(VOVworld) – More than 90% of Vietnam’s total trade volume is transported by sea. The development of sea ports, including Hai Phong port, is important. On today’s edition of Vietnam Economy, VOV reporter To Tuan examines how Hai Phong is developing marine economy.

(VOVworld) – Located in the coastline of the Red River Delta, the northern province of Thai Binh, 110 km from Hanoi, is greatly influenced by the economic development triangle involving Hanoi, Hai Phong, and Quang Ninh. With improved infrastructure, Thai Binh is attracting many domestic and foreign investors thanks to its preferential policies. VOV’s Vinh Phong reports….

(VOVworld) – The Foreign Investment department of the Ministry of Planning and Investment has released data on Vietnam’s direct investment abroad. To date, Vietnam has invested in 59 countries and territories around the world a total capital of 15.5 billion USD. The figure shows that Vietnamese businesses have gradually integrated into the world economy.

(VOVworld) – Despite the global economic woes in recent years, foreign direct investment has remained in Northern provinces, especially in industrial zones. This means foreign investors have recognized potential opportunities for either their new investment or expansion here. VOV looks at the issue…

(VOVworld) – Despite the global economic crisis, agriculture remains a high point of Vietnam’s economy. Exports of agro-forestry and seafood products have been major contributors to national export revenues. But 5 years after Vietnam joined the World Trade Organization, export items haven’t increased in value and have faced many tariff barriers imposed by other countries. This has challenged Vietnam’s agricultural sector to consolidate and improve its brand in the international arena. VOV’s To Tuan reports…..

(VOVworld) – Vietnam’s real estate has remained gloomy so far this year. Overstocked real estate and bad debt are two major issues that need to be resolved immediately. In the monthly government meeting for March, one of the key discussions involved measures to remove hurdles for the real estate market and credit support for households and individuals, enabling them to buy social and commercial houses. VOV’s To Tuan looks at the issue.

(VOVworld) - Foreign direct investment companies play a key role in Vietnam’s economic development. Over the past 25 years, FDI has become an important source of financial supplementation to the total social investment capital, boosting the economic restructuring. VOV’s Le Phuong reports:

(VOVworld) – This year the Vietnamese government will emphasize the economic restructuring and changing the growth model to ensure sustainability and stability. The agricultural restructuring is a key part of a larger plan aimed at improving the efficiency and competitiveness of the country’s agricultural sector during Vietnam’s international integration. VOV’s To Tuan reports….