(HBO) – Despite living in a mountainous district facing various economic difficulties, members of the elderly association in Mai Chau district always strive to reinforce their "Old age – Good Role Model” movement in contribution to the local socio-economic development.

Hoa Binh: 200 new enterprises set up in first six months

(HBO) – As many as 200 businesses were set up in the northwestern province of Hoa Binh in the first six months of the year, representing a rise of 20.47 percent year-on-year. The combined registered capital of those firms amounted to 2.8 trillion VND (121.34 million USD), up 169.67 percent.

Thuong Tien village develops beekeeping for honey

(HBO) - Taking advantage of available resources, in recent years, more and more households in Thuong Tien Commune (Kim Boi) have developed the career of beekeeping for honey and brought high economic efficiency

The change in the maize area of Cao Son

HBO) - Since the introduction of hybrid maize into Cao Son soil area (Da Bac district) and when it has become the key crop, the lives of local people have changed dramatically.

Japanese firms demand Vietnam’s skilled workforce: JETRO Chairman

Japanese enterprises in Vietnam are looking to employ a large number of high-quality staff, revealed Hiroyuki Ishige, Chairman and CEO of the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO).

Workshop discusses sustainable marine development in Vietnam

Experts in marine studies and representatives from central and local authorities concerned with the marine environment gathered at a workshop in Hanoi on July 19 to discuss ways to boost the sustainable development of Vietnam’s aquatic resources.

Inflation target below 4% may be feasible

Vietnam is expected to successfully keep its inflation rate at under 4% this year, despite great pressures from price increases to a series of items in the country until the year’s end.

The popular fame of J02 Da Bac rice

(HBO) - J02 is originated Japanese rice that was brought to the highland areas of Da Bac district. With suitable climate and soil favorable conditions, the rice is of excellent quality, not only sticky and fragrant, but also bold taste to eaters.

Binh Duong’s GRDP grows 7 percent in six months

The southern province of Binh Duong recorded a year-on-year growth rate of 7 percent in gross regional domestic product (GRDP) between January and June, according to the provincial People’s Committee.

International pharmaceutical exhibition opens in Da Nang

Vietnamese and international medical and pharmaceutical products are on display at the Medi-Pharm Danang 2018 international exhibition which opened in the central city of Da Nang on July 18.

The efficiency from the model of passion planting in Tan Vinh commune

(HBO) - From 5 hectares of trial plantation, which was supported with finance capital and technical investment by Nafoods Passion joint Stock Company (Nghe An, up to now, the local people of Tan Vinh commune (Luong Son) has expanded to 12.5 hectares, mainly in the villages of Coi and Rut. This model opens up a new direction in changing the crop structure of the people living here.

Vietnam, India boost cooperation in apparel industry

Boosting cooperation between Vietnam and India in the garment and textile sector will be one of the priorities in efforts to raise bilateral trade value to US$ 15 billion by 2020, said Parvathaneni Harish, Indian Ambassador to Vietnam.

Hoa Binh top prioritizes repair of electrical breakdowns

(HBO) - The Hoa Binh Power Company is implementing specific plans to respond to natural disasters and floods under the direction by the Electricity of Vietnam Group (EVNSPC)’s Northern Power Corporation under the motto of "four on-site duties”

Banking stocks push shares up

Vietnamese shares rose on both the northern and southern local exchanges on July 16 as more cash was poured into the banking sector.

Chances for Vietnam’s leather industry abundant in 2018

According to the Vietnam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (Lefaso), the country’s leather industry is enjoying good chances to benefit from the shift of orders from China as a result of the tendency of moving to the production of high-tech goods.

Vietnam boosts its exports to ASEAN

Two and a half years after the ASEAN Economic Community was established, enterprises in Vietnam have found a way to capitalise on the bloc’s import tariff cuts and expand their exports, helping to narrow the years-long trade deficit between Vietnam and ASEAN.

Vietnam’s automobile sales drop 6 percent in first half

Automobile sales in the two first quarters of 2018 went down 6 percent compared to the same period last year to reach 125,659 units, the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAVA) reported on July 10.

The export value reached at 308 million VND after 6 months

(HBO) - In the first 6 months, the export value in the province is estimated at 308, 175 million USD, up by 31% over the same period last year, equal to 50.52% of the year plan.

Mr. Hoang Duy Phuong started a business at the old age

(HBO) – Mr. Hoang Duy Phuong was born in 1950 in a studious poor family. Up to now, in spite of being at the old age, Mr. Hoang Duy Phuong, Director of Nam Son Co., Ltd, is still nimble.

Inflation to be curbed below 4%: Deputy PM

There are many tools and the necessary space to control inflation below 4% this year, said Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue at the meeting of the Government's Steering Committee on Price Management held in Hanoi on July 10.

Management efficiency of traffic projects improved

(HBO) - "The Department of Transport has implemented Directive No. 05/CT-UBND issued on March 8, 2017, by the Chairman of the Hoa Binh People's Committee on strengthening the management of the construction investment sourced from the provincial budget for public investment. As a result, traffic projects invested by the local Transport Department have been implemented in accordance with the law, ensuring the construction progress and quality without causing debts. The projects produce good outcomes," said Bui Duc Hau, deputy director of the Transport Department.

Mai Chau district preserves and develops the traditional textile village

(HBO) – When mentioning Mai Chau, it must be mentioned about brocade weaving products. Together with the trend of integration and development, cooperatives and households that are maintaining and developing brocade weaving career have contributed to create a new direction in economic development, promoting cultural identity associated with the formation and development of Mai Chau district.

Raising Da river fish along the value chain

(HBO)- Our province is encouraging organizations and individuals to raise Da river fish along the value chain in order to create sustainable development for the aquaculture industry.

Is Hoa Lac - Hoa Binh Road still "a missing appointment "?

(HBO) - Being identified as an important arterial route linking Hanoi-Northwest transport corridor, ensuring the Security and National Defense, however, since its start of construction to now, Hoa Lac – Hoa Binh Road project has had extended the deadlines for many times. Will the project continue to "be missed" with the drastic direction of Minister of Transport Nguyen Van The, which requires to complete the Road by 31st August, 2018.

Dong Phong recognised as new-style rural area

(HBO) – The People’s Committee of Cao Phong district on July 5 held a ceremony to recognise Dong Phong commune as a new-style area. Representatives of several provincial departments and agencies, and local people attended the event.