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JICA, BIDV announce 50 million USD loan to support rural MSMEs

JICA, BIDV announce 50 million USD loan to support rural MSMEs

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) on April 13 jointly announced a 50 million USD loan to support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in rural areas.

PM orders sharp cuts to business conditions for double-digit growth

PM orders sharp cuts to business conditions for double-digit growth

Work starts on Hanoi - Quang Ninh high-speed railway

Viettel’s billion-dollar journey in overseas markets

Viettel’s billion-dollar journey in overseas markets

GDLT works with enterprises on development strategy in 2026–2030 period

Vietnam, Slovakia PMs attend business forum to boost bilateral cooperation

Vietnam, Slovakia PMs attend business forum to boost bilateral cooperation

Guangxi eyes boundless cooperation with Vietnam

Green energy opens new growth room for capital market

Green energy opens new growth room for capital market

Ho Chi Minh City draws billions of USD in tech infrastructure deals

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