Numerous credit solutions have been implemented by local banks in Hoa Binh province to support individuals and businesses affected by Typhoon Yagi. These measures include debt rescheduling, providing in-depth financial advice, and offering interest rate reductions based on the extent of damages.
VietinBank has introduced an interest rate reduction programme of up to 2% per annum for customers affected by Typhoon Yagi. This programme applies from the end of September until December 31, 2024).
Agribank has launched a large-scale interest rate reduction
programme for borrowers affected by the typhoon. For existing loans, the bank
is reducing interest rates and waiving overdue interest for a specific period.
New loans will also benefit from reduced interest rates.
Similarly, the Military Commercial joint Stock Bank (MB) has
rolled out support programmes for storm victims, focusing on interest rate
reductions to alleviate financial burdens and aid in recovery efforts.
Customers with loans affected by natural disasters can receive interest rate
cuts of up to 2% based on the severity of damage and financial situation.
The bank has also allocated 7 trillion VND (277 million USD) for
new loans with preferential interest rates to support both individuals and
businesses in their recovery efforts.
To further assist customers, many banks have implemented
additional measures such as loan extensions, restructuring repayment terms, and
providing specialized financial advice. They have also given priority to loan
applications for housing and employment needs, and intensified social welfare
activities to support heavily affected customers.
The State Bank of Vietnam's branch in Hoa Binh has reported that
banks and credit institutions in the province have actively implemented credit
programmes to support storm victims. In line with government directives, banks
have proactively identified customers in need of debt restructuring and
provided guidance on procedures.
As of October 9, 2024, 78 customers in Hoa Binh with a total
outstanding debt of over 6.7 billion VND had reported damage by Typhoon Yagi.
The support measures implemented include debt restructuring for 3 customers,
interest waivers for 72 customers, new loans for 3 customers, and interest rate
reductions worth approximately 800 million VND.
During the two days of November 14th – 15th, at the Provincial Cultural Palace, the Department of Industry and Trade organized a conference to connect the product consumption of the ethnic minorities and the mountainous areas in 2024. There was the attendance of the representatives of leaders of a number of departments, branches, businesses, manufacturers and distributors inside and outside the province.
The One Commune One Product (OCOP) programme is reshaping the rural economy of Lac Son district, helping improve living standards, particularly among the ethnic minority communities in remote areas of Lac Son district.
The Van Mai dam xanh (Bangana lemassoni) fish has long been famous for its unique and delicious flavour, earning a spot on the menus of many restaurants and attracting food connoisseurs. In recent years, residents in Van Mai commune, Mai Chau district, have expanded their fish farming areas and striven to build a strong reputation for their product. They are also working to establish it as an OCOP (One Commune, One Product) item to increase their income.
Outstanding rural industrial products of Hoa Binh province in 2024 were recently honoured and granted certificates, becoming a source of pride for producers and also a boost for local economic development. The honourees are all deeply imbued with the local cultural identity and boast considerable commercial potential, helping popularise the image of Hoa Binh to domestic and international consumers. This is also a solid stepping stone for rural industrial establishments to develop.
In the first 10 months of 2024, Hoa Binh city made significant progress in job creation and labour exports, sending 112 workers abroad through partnerships with authorised recruitment firms.
An award ceremony to announce the official certification for Mai Chau district’s Bangana lemassoni fish, a specialty of the locality because of its unique flavour, was held recently in the district.