Lennar International brought a series of projects in Dallas, Houston, Florida, and California, among others, and tips on investing in them to share with Vietnamese buyers at an event held on March 23, 2019 in Ho Chi Minh City. According to Steven Lawson, business director for Asia region of Lennar International, the steady growth of the Vietnamese economy and the rise of the Vietnamese upper class are factors that stimulate investment flows from Vietnam to overseas countries including the United States. Lennar International brought a series of projects from Dallas, Houston, Florida, and California as well as investment tips to Vietnamese buyers “Lennar International has started business in Vietnam with a number of partners, including Interhome, and we have realised that the demand for buying houses from overseas Vietnamese, especially in the United States, is huge,” Lawson told VIR. "I previously used to work in China for many years and I realised that the demand … [Read more...] about US Lennar International brings properties to woo Vietnamese buyers
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RoK seeks reciprocal Vietnamese visa measures
(VEN) - The Republic of Korea (RoK) and Vietnam have recorded strong advances in not only trade and investment but also culture and tourism. RoK Ambassador to Vietnam Kim Do Hyon discussed the relationship with Vietnam Economic News’ Thanh Tam. RoK Ambassador to Vietnam Kim Do Hyon What are the prospects of cultural cooperation between the two countries? Vietnam is a very special country to the RoK and a key partner in the New South Policy that our government is pursuing. Therefore, I plan to implement many cultural exchanges with Vietnam and strengthen cooperation with ASEAN to enhance cultural relations between the two countries. For last year’s cultural events such as a Korean Night, the National Foundation Day, and the RoK-Vietnam Film Festival, we invited some classic and traditional art troupes and famous RoK actors to Vietnam. In January 2019, at the RoK-Vietnam New Year Concert, Vietnamese pianist Dang Thai Son performed with the Korean … [Read more...] about RoK seeks reciprocal Vietnamese visa measures
Locals and tourists elated about DPRK US Hanoi Summit
Uten Yellow, Thailand Kim Jong Un lookalike attracts the curiosity of Hanoians In the past three days, many local people and even foreign tourists have been showing great excitement when they see me, a man who looks like Chairman Kim Jong-un, and asked for pictures. I am very happy when receiving positive response as people think that my appearance in the streets of Hanoi is funny and interesting. I had my hair cut, I practiced a lot so that I could “pretend” to be Chairman Kim and hope to bring joy to Vietnamese people. I can see that Vietnamese people are looking forward to the DPRK-US Summit, which is coming soon and the influence of it can be felt all over the city. I am heading back to Thailand tomorrow, but I am really excited about the results of the summit. This is quite a favourable opportunity for Vietnam to promote itself. Marcos Wolf, Germany Germany tourist Marcos also excited with the Chairman Kim lookalike This is my first time in Hanoi and … [Read more...] about Locals and tourists elated about DPRK US Hanoi Summit
Việt Nam is one of the hottest destinations for Americans
The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) says Việt Nam is one of the hottest destinations for American travelers in 2019. — VNA/VNS PhotoViet Nam News HCM CITY — The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) says Việt Nam will be one of the hottest destinations for American travelers this year. Việt Nam ranks fourth in the list of top 10 trending destinations for Americans to visit this year, based on a recent survey of tour bookings for 2019 conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers, a global assurance, tax and advisory services company, and tour operator members of USTOA. Thanks to simplified visa requirements, Việt Nam has emerged among the fastest-growing international travel destinations for Americans, who are big spenders in the country, shelling out on average US$3,200 per trip. Since 2017, Vietnamese regulations have made it easier for American tourists to acquire a visa through the e-visa system. American tourists, along … [Read more...] about Việt Nam is one of the hottest destinations for Americans
Vietnamese bomb victims return
Nine tourists who suffered light injuries or were not injured in the bomb attack in Cairo late last week arrived at Tân Sơn Nhất Airport in HCM on Tuesday afternoon.– Photo 24h.com.vn CAIRO – Nine tourists who suffered light injuries or were not injured in the bomb attack in Cairo late last week arrived at Tân Sơn Nhất Airport in HCM on Tuesday afternoon. The nine victims are Lê Thị Ngọc Lan, born in 1977; Trần Tấn Huy Cường, born in 1972; Trần Tuấn Thông, born in 1964; Trần Thị Hồng Loan, born in 1966; Trần Thành Trung, born in 2002; Trần Thanh Trúc, born in 1999; Lê Đức Minh, born in 1961; Nguyễn Thị Anh Thơ, born in 1997 and Nguyễn Thị Anh Thư, born in 1961. After landing in Việt Nam, the victims had health checks at HCM City’s Hospital of Medicine and Pharmacy … [Read more...] about Vietnamese bomb victims return
Vietnamese tourism: milestone of breakthroughs
Vietnamese tourism sector held a ceremony at Ha LongInternational Cruise Port on December 19 to welcome the 15 millionth foreign visitor to the country in 2018. Vietnam reached this year’s target of receiving 15-16 million international visitors. With this figure, the sector reached this year’s target of receiving 15-16 million international visitors, while the number of domestic tourists is expected to exceed 80 million. The total revenue from tourism may contribute around 8% to the country’s GDP as the set target. Despite the slowing down in growth rate compared to last year, this is the third consecutive year Vietnamese tourism is witnessing an impressive growth of international visitors (over 20%). The average spending of foreign tourists from most markets has increased, particularly those from the Republic of Korea (RoK), with an average expenditure per person rising from US$133.4 per day to US$171.5 per day. The number of arrivals by air accounted 84.4% … [Read more...] about Vietnamese tourism: milestone of breakthroughs
Vietnamese top legislator holds talks with RoK’s counterpart
Vietnamese National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (L) shakes hands with Speaker of the RoK National Assembly Moon Hee-sang, Seoul, December 6, 2018 – Photo: VNA Speaker Moon Hee-sang warmly welcomed the official visit of the Vietnamese guest and hailed the robust developments in the bilateral ties especially in politics, economics, culture, and people-to-people exchanges. So far, Viet Nam is the fourth biggest trade partner of the RoK. In 2017, two-way trade fetched US$ 63.9 billion, a year-on-year rise of 40%. The RoK is the largest investor in Viet Nam with US$ 75 billion. The Speaker said that President Moon Jae-in put forth the New Southern Policy after taking up office to enhance relations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), of which Viet Nam is an important country partner in various fields such as trade, investment, official development assistance, and people-to-people exchange. The President has always treasured relations with … [Read more...] about Vietnamese top legislator holds talks with RoK’s counterpart
Vietnam visa hassles could deter long holidayers
Frenchman Thomas and Thai girlfriend Araya had big plans for Vietnam. Their first visit to the country in August had impressed them so much that they wanted to return for a much longer trip. The first trip happened after they’d traveled from France to Bangkok to visit Araya's parents. As they socialized with Vietnamese people and learnt about different places in the country, they regretted not visiting Vietnam sooner. After the trip, Thomas researched more information about other travel destinations in Vietnam. Fond of motorbikes, he planned to enjoy exploring the northern mountains on one, apart from a leisure trip to Nha Trang, a resort town in central Vietnam, and Ho Chi Minh City for Araya. Vietnam’s beaches are a popular draw among foreigners, but those who want long holidays in the country face complicated visa rules and procedures. Photo acquired by VnExpress The plan was to spend the entire month of November exploring Vietnam, before Thomas starting a … [Read more...] about Vietnam visa hassles could deter long holidayers
US to suspend certain visas for Vietnamese nationals
The U.S. will temporarily cease the issuance of a number of investment and religious worker visas for Vietnamese citizens from March 23. The country's EB-5 investor visa has four categories. The I5 visa is set aside for investors who participate in an investor pilot program in a targeted area; the R5 is for investors who participate in an investor pilot program not in a target area; the C5 is for investors who create jobs outside of target areas; and the T5 is for investors who create jobs in targeted rural or high unemployment areas. Those who have been scheduled for an interview for SR (religious worker), I5 or R5 visas will not be allowed to reschedule after March 23, according to a report from the U.S. embassy in Hanoi. “SR, I5 and R5 visas may only be issued prior to March 23, 2018. After this date, no SR, I5 or R5 visas may be issued until this program is reauthorized by the U.S. Congress,” the report said. The EB-5 visa program has attracted growing … [Read more...] about US to suspend certain visas for Vietnamese nationals
Vietnamese mother of US veteran denied visa to attend his funeral: report
A Vietnamese mother was denied visa to the U.S. twice and could not attend the funeral of her son, who served in the U.S. Navy, his father told the media. The 22-year-old veteran died of leukemia last month but his mother missed his burial because her request to visit was turned down by the U.S. Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, WREG-TV reported. “That’s what made me fuming mad. Fuming,” the father, Hung Truong, who is of Vietnamese origin, told the Memphis station. His son served in the Navy for four years before leaving in October and had planned to study graphic design. He died on December 17, shortly after doctors diagnosed him. The father said his son was inspired by John F. Kennedy’s exhortation: Don’t ask what your country did for you, but ask what you did for your country. “But he’s already done for this country, but what has this country done for him?” he said, as cited in the report. Truong, who owns a jewelry store in … [Read more...] about Vietnamese mother of US veteran denied visa to attend his funeral: report