The flow of foreign direct investment (FDI) into real estate in Ho Chi Minh City has followed the same trend as with the FDI movement into the country, with the property sector always among the top FDI recipients in recent years. Phu My Hung Urban Area in District 7 of HCM City HCM City has taken the lead in FDI attraction over the last three decades since Vietnam opened its economy to the world, and real estate is one of the sectors receiving most foreign investment. Among major deals recently, Lotte Group of the Republic of Korea has finalised procedures to invest 20.1 trillion VND (855.6 million USD) in a project named Thu Thiem Eco Smart City in the Thu Thiem New Urban Area in District 2. Also in this urban area, the Empire City Tower project with total capital of 1.2 billion USD is now under construction and expected to complete in 2022. It is invested by a joint venture of two Vietnamese companies and the Denver Power Ltd of the UK. Meanwhile, an over-400-million-USD project … [Read more...] about Real estate in HCM City holds great appeal for foreign investors
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In Chengdu, come for the pandas, stay for the culture and history
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By LUCAS PETERSON The New York Times Sat., May 12, 2018 “Now, that bear is definitely not white,” the Dutch tourist next to me said. The giant panda turned in our direction at that moment and let out some kind of loud sneeze or snort as if to say, “Give me a break, pal.” It was raining and muddy, after all — and even slightly smudged, the pandas at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding were still absurdly adorable. The bear ambled off to climb a nearby jungle gymlike structure, fell off it once or twice, eventually gave up, and finally settled on a choice piece of bamboo to munch on. Pandas reside almost exclusively in central China, While a handful can be seen in zoos worldwide, the research base in Chengdu, the thriving seat of China’s Sichuan province, is one of the few places to see dozens of the animals thriving in a pseudo-natural habitat. It’s just one of many compelling reasons to visit. Despite being one of … [Read more...] about In Chengdu, come for the pandas, stay for the culture and history
Jay-Z lawyers say SEC is star-struck in its deposition quest
Updated 9:17 pm, Monday, May 7, 2018 Photo: Michael Zorn, Michael Zorn/Invision/AP Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 FILE - In this Jan. 27, 2018, file photo, honoree Jay-Z speaks onstage at the 2018 Pre-Grammy Gala And Salute To Industry Icons at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel in New York. Jay-Z must explain why he's dodging a subpoena rather than answering questions related to a financial investigation of a consumer brand company that bought his Rocawear clothing line, a judge says. In an order made public Thursday, May 3, U.S. District Judge Paul G. Gardephe instructed the performer and entrepreneur, whose birth name is Shawn Carter, to appear in a New York courtroom next Tuesday to explain himself. (Photo by Michael Zorn/Invision/AP, File) less FILE - In this Jan. 27, 2018, file photo, honoree Jay-Z speaks onstage at the 2018 Pre-Grammy Gala And Salute To Industry Icons at the … [Read more...] about Jay-Z lawyers say SEC is star-struck in its deposition quest
Golf and gastronomic wonders in Tenerife
“I love Tenerife don’t you? It’s just like going home. But warmer.” This was the overheard testimony of two senior English tourists as a Norwegian Airlines jet hurtled towards this hugely popular destination.It’s a curious statement considering the largest of the Canary Islands are just a few booming drives away from Sub-Saharan Africa.The Brits love Tenerife and it’s easy to see why, the sun, sea and sangria are plentiful and the culture-shock is virtually non-existent.An average annual temperature of 23ºC, and 3,000 hours of sunlight per year, are two very persuasive reasons to visit but the island offers far more than guaranteed sun.A surfeit of luxury accommodation and some cracking courses have helped contribute to its burgeoning reputation as a golfing destination. In recent years an abundance of superb four and five-star hotels have sprung up in the south of the island and have formed close relationships with nine well-established golf … [Read more...] about Golf and gastronomic wonders in Tenerife
A Blogger A to Z of Summer in London 2017
Keeping things close to home for this month’s travel link I’m giving you the low down on some the top things to do in London this summer in a handy A to Z!The Four Seasons Hotel London on Park Lane will be launching an Art Series Summer Show so head down there to get your cultural fix. B is for the Beach – Yes, there are beaches in London!! Pop down to the Montague Hotel for their city beach complete with real sand, tropical cocktails and barbecue food. C is for Cinema – You have your pick of out door cinema screenings including Luna Cinema popping up at the Royal Parks, and film screenings at Trafalgar Square and Somerset House. D is for Dining Outdoors – I’m a huge fan of dining al fresco in the Summer months and I love The Ivy Chelsea Garden, The Ham Yard Hotel, The Oxo Tower and Yauatcha Broadgate. E is for Events – One of the big foodie events of the year is Taste of London. This year the restaurant, food, drink and … [Read more...] about A Blogger A to Z of Summer in London 2017