The Hanoitimes - In 2020, Hanoi targets to attract over US$5 billion in FDI, while investment promotion activities would focus on new markets, particularly member countries of the CPTPP and the EVFTA.

The Hanoitimes - Hanoi would continue to improve the business environment for greater competitiveness, with a focus on IT application and transparency to reduce costs and time for businesses.

The Hanoitimes - The military exercises are the latest in a long string of China’s actions to assert unlawful maritime claims in the disputed sea.

The Hanoitimes - Any geological surveys in Vietnam's EEZ is only lawful with Hanoi's authorization.

The Hanoitimes - Inflationary pressure in the remaining six months would be insignificant as the oil prices are unlikely to surge, which is a result of a possible global economic recession.

The Hanoitimes - The country is in need of superior reform solutions to ensure its business environment capable of competing with regional and international peers, said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.