The ASEAN Community is set to formally take effect on December 31. It includes the three pillars which are economics, politics and security and socio-cultural components. The establishment of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) will play the most important role in establishing ASEAN as a region of tremendous opportunity.

Enterprises in the transport sector have become more eligible for official development assistance (ODA) after being restructured, officials say.

Last year Quang Ninh publicized master-plans for Hoanh Mo-Dong Van and Mong Cai border economic zones with visions until 2030. The planning is an important foundation for developing Quang Ninh’s border areas.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan will host Japanese Cooking Seminars in Ho Chi Minh City on May 4-5.

The Hue International Food Festival will take place in Hue city’s Phu Xuan Park from April 28-May 2, the event’s organising board said at a press briefing on April 15.