After its recent launch, The Grand Manhattan by Novaland has emerged as an ideal destination for the elite in both Vietnam and foreign countries by offering a luxury living environment at the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. The Grand Manhattan creates a refined living environment for both local and foreign residents at the heart of District 1 From experienced foreign investors… Elena Goh, a property investor from Singapore, is one of the first homeowners at The Grand Manhattan. She and her husband have been following Ho Chi Minh City’s real estate market for years. At the launch of the project, they quickly made up their mind without hesitation. The main reason is that the price of high-end apartments in Ho Chi Minh City is much lower than in other markets like Hong Kong. Meanwhile, rental yields in the city can reach 4-5 per cent, compared with the 1-2 per cent in Hong Kong. With extensive experience in property investment, Elena Goh shared, “High-end … [Read more...] about Homeowners of million dollar apartments at The Grand Manhattan
Issues debated at the constitutional convention
Prudential Finance at the forefront of innovation
Atul Dixit, CEO of Prudential Finance, at the forefront of Vietnam Retail Banking Forum 2018 The events, which were held in Ho Chi Minh City on November 28-29 with great success, provided a platform for expert-led sessions on knowledge economic trends shaping the region as well as technological developments that are geared to take the financial services industry to the next level. The Vietnam Cyber Security Forum 2018 was organised by the Authority of Civil Cryptography Management and Cryptography Product Evaluation (the Vietnamese government’s Cypher Committee), the Vietnam Computer Emergency Response Team, the Authority of Cyber Security and Information Security (Ministry of Public Security), and the International Data Group (IDG Vietnam). Now in its 10th year, the Vietnam Retail Banking Forum 2018 – organised by the Vietnam Banks Association and IDG Vietnam – is one of the leading influential retail banking events in the country. Senior executives and officials … [Read more...] about Prudential Finance at the forefront of innovation
South China Sea issues come under the spotlight
Participants take part in a photo session at the 10th South China Sea International Conference on co-operation for regional security and development. — VNS Photo Công Thành Viet Nam News ĐÀ NẴNG — Discussions and forums on the South China Sea (called East Sea by Việt Nam) have become sources of interdisciplinary study among scholars and researchers from the fields of politics, social policy, environment and strategy over the past decade. Director of the diplomatic academy of Việt Nam, Nguyễn Vũ Tùng, spoke at the 10th South China Sea International Conference on co-operation for regional security and development yesterday, stating that over the past 10 years, the conference has attracted the participation of 300 scholars and 2,000 Vietnamese and international participants as well as institutes and universities. “We have built up a network of scholars and experts studying the South China Sea, promoting trust … [Read more...] about South China Sea issues come under the spotlight
Assets with unclear origins to be settled at the court
Assets with unclear origins to be settled at the courtBy Ngoc Lan High-rise buildings are seen in HCMC. The National Assembly Standing Committee has agreed to have the courts rule on the disposition of those assets and incomes of unclear origins that are owned by officials – PHOTO: THANH HOA HANOI - The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee has agreed to have the courts rule on the disposition of those assets and incomes of unclear origins that are owned by officials. A controversial point in the draft amendment of the law on anti-corruption, which sought comments in the fourth and fifth sittings of the NA and was expected to be passed in this sixth sitting, is the handling of the assets and incomes held by officials that have no clear explanations of their origins. As the NA noted on October 25, there are no regulations on dealing with assets and increases in incomes for which owners fail to provide reasonable explanations. Meanwhile, there is a possibility that … [Read more...] about Assets with unclear origins to be settled at the court
Master chefs sign the dining venue at the InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72
InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72’s signature dining venue the Stellar Steakhouse collaborates with “L’Atelier Robuchon” Bangkok for a one-night showcase that will feature our master chefs on the October 23. Chef Olivier Limousin Fine Dining Lovers by S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna collaborates with Stellar Steakhouse from InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72, to launch a one of a kind epicurean journey. For one night only, the dinners will see “L’Atelier Robuchon’s” Bangkok’s executive chef Olivier Limousin present the restaurant’s most iconic dishes including fine ingredients such as caviar, truffle, black cod and quail taking center stage in this five-course menu. Executive chef Olivier Limousin from Joel Robuchon’s Michelin star restaurant “L’Atelier Robuchon” Bangkok will be the guest chef at the Stellar Steakhouse. A special wine pairing set menu will be prepared by chef Olivier who … [Read more...] about Master chefs sign the dining venue at the InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72
Reunion Jazz Night at the Artiste School
Reunion Jazz Night will be held at Artiste School from 7pm to 8pm on June 22 on 81 Trần Quốc Thảo Street in HCM City’s District 3. – Photo citynetevents.comViet Nam News HCM CITY—– The Reunion Jazz Night will be held at the Artiste School from 7pm to 8pm on June 22 on 81 Trần Quốc Thảo Street in HCM City’s District 3. The live show will offer great music and a cozy atmosphere, and will be an experience for old friends and graduates to recall memories over the past 10 years. — VNS … [Read more...] about Reunion Jazz Night at the Artiste School
Pou Chen and Far Eastern projects at the starting line
Taiwan’s Pou Chen Group is fulfilling all procedures to be certified and kick off the construction of its footwear R&D centre in the next months. The headquarters of Pou Chen Vietnam Enterprise Ltd. in Bien Hoa city Tan Tao Investment and Industry Corporation's (ITA) representative said that the footwear research and development centre will be deployed in Tan Tao Industrial Zone (Binh Tan district, Ho Chi Minh City). “The developer of this project has fulfilled all the procedures to be certified and start in the next months,” he said. Last year, IDEA Limited Company signed a contract to rent about 20 hectares of land in Tan Tao IZ with an estimated leasing fee of VND500 billion ($20 million) for this centre. The project may be divided into several phases, but in the first phase, IDEA will lease 6.5ha only. The project was received the investment certificate with total investment of $80 million at the end of 2017. Tsai Pei-Chun, chairwoman and CEO of Pou … [Read more...] about Pou Chen and Far Eastern projects at the starting line
How to score a spot at the Avengers: Infinity War Red Carpet Event
The queue to catch Robert Downey Jr and Benedict Cumberbatch in person begins Apr 16, 7am at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Hall B. (Photo: Marvel Studios) You’ve read the big Avengers news. Here's how to score a spot on the Red Carpet Fan Event of Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War to meet Robert Downey Jr, Benedict Cumberbatch, Karen Gillan and director Joe Russo. This free event will be held on Apr 16, 7.30pm at Marina Bay Sands’ Event Plaza, located at the outdoor promenade overlooking Marina Bay. The queuing, however, begins at 7am that morning at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Hall B. You will need to provide a photo ID, full name and contact number in person during registration for a non-transferable wristband and a paper slip detailing your admission time and entry points to the Event Plaza. Those below the age of 13 have to be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and all parties have to be registered. While waiting, fans can head to Sands … [Read more...] about How to score a spot at the Avengers: Infinity War Red Carpet Event
Looking back at the signing of Paris Peace Agreement
On May 13, 1968, the negotiation between the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (DRV) started; and nearly 6 months later, the two sides reached agreement that US should end its military operations in Vietnam from October 31, 1968, and that the two sides would resume a meeting in Paris with the participation of 4 parties, namely the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, National Front for the Liberation of South Vietnam or National Liberation Front (NLF), the US Government and US-backed Saigon Government to discuss issues on ending the war and restoring peace in Vietnam. On January 25, 1969, the first session of the Paris Talks started, opening the period “Fighting While Negotiating” or “Force and Diplomacy.” The Paris Talks became the longest negotiation process on ending a war in the 20th century. In fact, the war took place in a country but it contained the focal contemporary conflict and contradiction between the movements of national liberation and socialism, and … [Read more...] about Looking back at the signing of Paris Peace Agreement
Homeland Spring programme 2018 at Vietnam National Convention Centre
The Homeland Spring programme will include different cultural activities (Source: CPV)The programme will be co-organized by the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs and Hanoi City People’s Committee to welcome back Overseas Vietnamese for Tet (lunar New Year). State President Tran Dai Quang, leaders of Party and State, Hanoi authorities, and ministries and sectors will join the Overseas Vietnamese at the programme. Famous Vietnamese singers and artists will also participate in the event. Overseas Vietnamese wishing to participate in the programme can register at the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs at 32 Ba Trieu Street, Hanoi; via telephone at (84-4)238244400; via fax at (84-4) 382577321; or via e-mail at [email protected] Registration can also be done at Vietnamese representative offices in their host countries./. Compiled by BTA … [Read more...] about Homeland Spring programme 2018 at Vietnam National Convention Centre