A senior official at the MoH told VIR, “The health sector is carrying out heavy tasks amid the challenges. Thus, we are encouraging private investors to join to fulfil our targets. We are also considering and appraising procedures for some PPP projects in healthcare infrastructure and medical equipment.” … [Read more...] about Private investment pushed for healthcare
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Firms warned over intellectual property
Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Experts are again issuing a warning to local enterprises to pay attention to intellectual property (IP) rights when doing business overseas. According to Le Ninh Giang, director of the centre for IP technology and application (IPTA) said a lot of enterprises focused on forming businesses, calling for investment capital but not registering for any IP protection rights. He said it comes as no surprise when he discovers cases where companies lost their IP assets in foreign countries when trading. He said cases concerning Phu Quoc fish sauce, Vinataba cigarettes or Buon Ma Thuot cafe were good examples of just some companies who have fallen foul of foreign IP regulations. Giang said: “Many business owners still don’t know about IP registration and they are not yet aware of the importance of protecting IPs when exporting their products. “While multinational enterprises in the world have invested a lot of … [Read more...] about Firms warned over intellectual property
Analysis: Biden’s $1.9 trillion rescue package offers bridge for hard-hit economy
And it would put an extra $1,400 into the hands of most Americans - money that can be spent on rent or food for those who need it, or saved for a splurge on travel or dining out later in the year once wider vaccine distribution allows everyday life to get back closer to normal. … [Read more...] about Analysis: Biden’s $1.9 trillion rescue package offers bridge for hard-hit economy
VietinBank named fastest-growing SME bank in Vietnam
In particular, the overall and diverse package “VietinBank SME Stronger” offers preferential interest rates and fees such as mid and long-term lending at fixed rates, unlimited money transfer, banking accounts with favourite numbers, promotions for online transactions, and insurance products exclusively designed for SMEs. It also provides specialised products and services for each sector and business mechanism. … [Read more...] about VietinBank named fastest-growing SME bank in Vietnam
Experts warn about risky investments in gold and stocks
Sharing Dr. Thinh’s view, financial expert Nguyen Chi Hieu believes that investors are interested in securities due to the market rallying, and a positive outlook ahead is expected for 2021. Despite this, he warns that this is also a volatile investment channel, and a great deal depends on the world market and foreign capital inflows. … [Read more...] about Experts warn about risky investments in gold and stocks