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[Research Contribution] How Did Social Distancing Policies Affect the Vietnamese Economy During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

[Research Contribution] How Did Social Distancing Policies Affect the Vietnamese Economy During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

24 Jun 2025

A research study conducted by scholars from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) applies the TERM (The Enormous Regional Model) computable general equilibrium model to decode the differential impacts of various social distancing strategies implemented in Vietnam during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings reveal that each policy option not only leads to distinct changes in the country’s overall GDP, but also results in varying effects on the components of GDP expenditure and the sectoral contributions to GDP across different regions. These insights offer critical considerations for policymakers when facing future systemic shocks and public health crises.

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The effects of improved land rights on land markets, land use efficiency, and employment: Evidence from the 2013 Vietnam land law

The effects of improved land rights on land markets, land use efficiency, and employment: Evidence from the 2013 Vietnam land law

12 Jun 2025

Time: 11:00 AM (Time in Vietnam), Thursday, June 12, 2025 Location: Room B1-1001, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh city, 279 Nguyen Tri Phuong St, Ward 5, Dist 10, HCMC

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[Research Contribution] Promoting Social Insurance Participation for Enterprises in Vinh Long: Relationship with Stakeholders and VssID Application

[Research Contribution] Promoting Social Insurance Participation for Enterprises in Vinh Long: Relationship with Stakeholders and VssID Application

28 May 2025

In the context of social insurance (SI) being an important pillar of social security, the fact that many enterprises have not fully participated in providing for their employees has posed a major challenge to sustainability and social equity. Research by the author group from UEH Mekong, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has pointed out four main barriers that reduce compliance motivation and contribute to maintaining the non-SI participation status in the business sector: limited awareness of business owners, light level of handling violations, low risk of non-compliance and information asymmetry.

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[CTD Learning and Sharing] Talkshow “Startups and Investment” – Connecting Global Experts with the Vietnamese Startup Community

[CTD Learning and Sharing] Talkshow “Startups and Investment” – Connecting Global Experts with the Vietnamese Startup Community

27 May 2025

On the morning of May 24, 2025, at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), the UEH College of Technology and Design (CTD), the UEH Institute of Innovation (UII), and the Innovation Services Center (ISC) successfully co-organized the talkshow “Startups and Investment.” This event is part of the ongoing CTD Learning & Sharing academic series – an academic initiative by CTD aimed at fostering knowledge exchange, connecting experts, businesses, and the community, thereby enhancing research capacity and generating practical value for sustainable development.

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UEH International Student Exchange Scholarship for Early 2025: Unlocking Study Abroad Dreams at 13 Leading Asian and European Universities

UEH International Student Exchange Scholarship for Early 2025: Unlocking Study Abroad Dreams at 13 Leading Asian and European Universities

22 May 2025

The University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) officially announces the application period for the UEH International Student Exchange Scholarship for the Early 2025 Semester, open from May 20, 2025, to June 8, 2025. This is a unique opportunity for students with strong English proficiency and excellent academic records — particularly those awarded the Study Encouragement Scholarship in the previous  term — to experience international education with financial support from UEH and its partner institutions.

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Joining UEH in Spreading the Spirit of Entrepreneurship and International Innovation with the International Creativity and Innovation Award (ICIA) 2025

Joining UEH in Spreading the Spirit of Entrepreneurship and International Innovation with the International Creativity and Innovation Award (ICIA) 2025

29 Apr 2025

From April 25 to April 27, 2025, the International Creativity and Innovation Award – ICIA Global 2025, initiated by Krya Global (Indonesia) and co-organized with the School of Technology and Design, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), and the National Startup Support Center (NSSC), was successfully held in Ho Chi Minh City. The event gathered over 400 delegates from more than 20 countries. With the theme "Empowering Youth Innovation for a Sustainable Future," this year’s award focused on fostering innovative thinking, entrepreneurial spirit, and creative solutions to address global challenges.

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