AI and digital assets offer new investment opportunities

AI and digital assets offer new investment opportunities

More investment opportunities are set to emerge from technology over the rest of the year.
Appetite for high-growth stocks linked to semiconductors, AI and digital assets

Appetite for high-growth stocks linked to semiconductors, AI and digital assets

Investors are scouting for high-growth stocks related to semiconductors and AI as well as acquiring digital assets.
Over 5,600 delegations pay final respects to Party General Secretary

Over 5,600 delegations pay final respects to Party General Secretary

More than 5,600 delegations with over 252,000 people formally paid tribute to General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong at the National Funeral Hall in Hanoi

AI and digital assets offer new investment opportunities

AI and digital assets offer new investment opportunities
More investment opportunities are set to emerge from technology over the rest of the year.

Airlines strive for greater efficiency

Airlines strive for greater efficiency
Airlines in Vietnam are striving to solve flight efficiency problems, and carrying out various tactics in order to do so.

"The Tao of Coffee" philosophy promoted by CNN

"The Tao of Coffee" philosophy promoted by CNN
"The Tao of Coffee", a philosophy initiated by coffee firm Trung Nguyen Legend, continues to be promoted globally by CNN.

Ushering in new world of productivity for businesses with AWS App Studio

Ushering in new world of productivity for businesses with AWS App Studio
AWS App Studio is expected to benefit large enterprises and fast-growing startups.

The path to managing cryptoasset landscape

The path to managing cryptoasset landscape
The crypto market has become a significant income source, but the landscape still needs some clearing up in Vietnam. Dr. Nguyen Nhat Minh and Dr. Thai Trung Hieu, lecturers of Blockchain Enabled Business at RMIT University, look at regulations that are required and how they can be achieved.

Foreign-invested enterprises turn attention to Vietnam’s domestic market

Foreign-invested enterprises turn attention to Vietnam’s domestic market
Foreign-invested enterprises are shifting their focus to Vietnam's lucrative domestic market, driven by its large population and high GDP growth.

Oman's VIAC Limited Fund to become shareholder in Van Phu - Invest

Oman's VIAC Limited Fund to become shareholder in Van Phu - Invest
With the conversion of bonds into shares, VIAC Limited Fund of the National Investment Commission of Oman is set to become a shareholder in Van Phu - Invest, according to a company announcement on July 24.

VinFast opens first three dealerships in the Philippines

VinFast opens first three dealerships in the Philippines
Following its expansion into Indonesia and Thailand earlier this year, VinFast has launched in the Philippines.

Recovery challenges ahead for Vietnamese aviation

Recovery challenges ahead for Vietnamese aviation
Vietnam’s aviation industry is on the road to recovery after the pandemic, but still faces challenges amid an economic slowdown and other emerging issues.

Seaports booming, but skilled workers still in short supply

Seaports booming, but skilled workers still in short supply
Alongside Malaysia and Singapore, Vietnam is in the top three countries in Asia for throughput of goods and transport routes in the region.
F88 optimises operational costs with KPMG

F88 optimises operational costs with KPMG

The F88 convenience financial store chain and accounting giant KPMG have signed a deal to optimise the efficiency of F88's 823 nationwide transaction offices.
The next generation has what it takes

The next generation has what it takes

PwC last week launched its Global NextGen Survey report for Vietnam. Ng Siew Quan, Asia-Pacific Entrepreneurial and Private Business Leader for PwC Singapore; and Hoang Viet Cuong, Partner at Entrepreneurial and Private Business for PwC Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Linh Le the key findings in the report.
Exciting automotive industry changes must be followed

Exciting automotive industry changes must be followed

The automotive and mobility industry is rapidly changing, driven by technological development and evolving consumer preferences. These transformations have given rise to a new era of innovation, where the boundaries of what is possible are being pushed to new heights.
DIGI-TEXX sets the standards in digital and business process outsourcing services

DIGI-TEXX sets the standards in digital and business process outsourcing services

Since its first entry in Vietnam 20 years ago, DIGI-TEXX Vietnam, A German-invested company, has positioned itself as a leading, most trusted tech company offering world-class digitally-based business process outsourcing (BPO) services.
EPLegal joins forces with Dentons LuatViet in Vietnam

EPLegal joins forces with Dentons LuatViet in Vietnam

PLegal, a leading Vietnamese law firm, has joined forces with Dentons LuatViet, enhancing client offerings across Vietnam and the ASEAN region.

AIA leads the charge to healthier, longer, better lives

AIA leads the charge to healthier, longer, better lives
AIA Vietnam is navigating the promising yet challenging Vietnamese life insurance market under the helm of newly appointed CEO Andrew Loh

Innovation for future communities

Innovation for future communities
Official development assistance can act as the playing field for nations. Vietnam is no exception, having benefited from such assistance over the years in the building of many structures and systems up and down the country.

SABECO: 2023 journey of community development

SABECO: 2023 journey of community development
By continuously supporting the younger generation to develop its talents, and spending large sums on activities for its staff, SABECO is showing its relentless sustainable development efforts and making positive contributions to the community.

Fuelling Vietnam's enterprises with 5G

Fuelling Vietnam's enterprises with 5G
One of the first Southeast Asian nations to pilot 5G networks, Vietnam is now setting up the path to become home to one of the region’s first 5G-powered smart factories.

Igniting creativity: inside Sun Life Vietnam's innovative workspaces

Igniting creativity: inside Sun Life Vietnam's innovative workspaces
In its mission alongside embracing cultural and artistic expressions, Sun Life Vietnam pays special attention to cultivating creative workspaces to enhance the experiences of its staff, advisor and clients.

MoIT report addresses offshore wind project concerns

MoIT report addresses offshore wind project concerns
The MoIT has proposed that state-owned enterprises such as EVN, PVN, or the Ministry of Defence should pilot offshore wind power projects.

Seminars on livestock biosecurity to be held in Can Tho and Hanoi

Seminars on livestock biosecurity to be held in Can Tho and Hanoi
The MARD and the Embassy of Ireland in Vietnam are to hold seminars on biosecurity in the livestock industry in Can Tho and Hanoi.

Australia's Pure Hydrogen to supply hydrogen fuel for vehicles in Vietnam

Australia's Pure Hydrogen to supply hydrogen fuel for vehicles in Vietnam
Australian clean energy company Pure Hydrogen Corporation Limited has signed an MoU with the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club to supply hydrogen fuel for vehicles.

DPPA approval a win for clean energy

DPPA approval a win for clean energy
The US Department of State’s Bureau of Energy Resources has applauded Vietnam’s direct power purchase agreement.

Real estate developers pin hopes on eco-IP regulations

Real estate developers pin hopes on eco-IP regulations
Industrial real estate developers are waiting for a new law to open the path for developing greener models of industrial parks.

Businesses increase wishes for specialised industrial parks

Businesses increase wishes for specialised industrial parks
Vietnam’s industrial areas must evolve into more specialised types to meet the increasingly diverse needs of multinational tenants.

Riverfront Financial Centre a new landmark in Ho Chi Minh City

Riverfront Financial Centre a new landmark in Ho Chi Minh City
Riverfront Financial Centre has opened in Ho Chi Minh City, becoming the most modern office building in the city.

SPX and Frasers Property Vietnam open automated sorting centre in Binh Duong

SPX and Frasers Property Vietnam open automated sorting centre in Binh Duong
SPX and Frasers Property Vietnam have started work on an automated sorting centre.

Securities firms deliver mixed outcomes

Securities firms deliver mixed outcomes
Securities firms witnessed mixed performance in the year to date, with some even counting losses.

Vietnam accelerating towards a cashless society

Vietnam accelerating towards a cashless society
For the first time, the Vietnamese legal framework formally defines electronic money. Under Decree No.52/2024/ND-CP, electronic money..

German insurer increases stake in PVI

German insurer increases stake in PVI
HDI Global SE acquired three million shares of PVI Corporation on July 17.

Visa report shows top scams impacting consumers and businesses globally

Visa report shows top scams impacting consumers and businesses globally
Visa released the spring 2024 edition of its Biannual Threats Report on July 24, outlining the top payment threats to consumers and businesses around the world.

Total power capacity by 2030

Total power capacity by 2030
In Decision No 262/QD-TTg dated April 1, 2024, the Prime Minister approved the implementation plan for the National Power Development Master Plan in the 2021-2030 period with a vision to 2050.

GDP growth reaches 6.42 pc in first half

GDP growth reaches 6.42 pc in first half
Vietnam's economy grew by 6.42 pc in the first six months of 2024, slightly lower than the figure of 6.58 pc in the same time of 2022 within the 2020-2024 period.

FDI inflow into Vietnam reaches nearly 15.2 billion USD

FDI inflow into Vietnam reaches nearly 15.2 billion USD
Vietnam attracted nearly 15.2 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first six months of this year, a year-on-year increase of 13.1 per cent, according to the General Statistics Office.

Seven items post export value of over 7 billion USD in H1

Seven items post export value of over 7 billion USD in H1
In the first half of this year, Vietnam saw 7 export items posting a turnover of more than 7 billion USD, accounting for 65.6 per cent of the country’s total export value.

Hanoi, Da Nang among best places in Southeast Asia for solo travellers

Hanoi, Da Nang among best places in Southeast Asia for solo travellers
The capital city of Hanoi and the central city of Da Nang have been ranked among the seven best places in Southeast Asia for solo travellers by Lonely Planet.

Lonely Planet gives tips to fully explore Phu Quoc

Lonely Planet gives tips to fully explore Phu Quoc
Going on an island-hopping snorkelling tour, taking the cable car to an amusement park on Hon Thom (Pineapple Island) and visiting Sunset Town are among top activities while travelling Phu Quoc island in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang, recommended Lonely Planet, the travel information website dubbed “the backpacker's blue bible”.

Phu Quoc, Nha Trang among most favourite destinations for Korean tourists

Phu Quoc, Nha Trang among most favourite destinations for Korean tourists
Tourists from the Republic of Korea (RoK) are increasingly interested in destinations in Vietnam, according to a survey conducted by Rankify Korea website.

Cuisine boosted by latest Michelin Guide

Cuisine boosted by latest Michelin Guide
The latest Michelin Guide Vietnam has stimulated the food and beverages industry and contributed to boosting demand and bringing the Vietnamese culinary scene closer to international tourists.

Herbalife Vietnam helps organise send-off ceremony for Olympics-bound athletes

Herbalife Vietnam helps organise send-off ceremony for Olympics-bound athletes
Herbalife Vietnam joined with the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) to organise a send-off ceremony for Vietnamese athletes, coaches, and officers.

Nestlé accompanies Vietnamese sports for Paris Olympics

Nestlé accompanies Vietnamese sports for Paris Olympics
Nestlé Vietnam and its MILO brand on July 17 were announced as co-sponsors for the Vietnamese sports delegation in a send-off ceremony for the Olympics.

Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters

Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters
Rafael Nadal continued his Olympic preparations with a confident 6-4, 6-4 win over Cameron Norrie at the Bastad Open on Thursday, showing signs of the power hitting that fired him to 14 French Open titles.

Manchester United sign 18-year-old French defender Yoro

Manchester United sign 18-year-old French defender Yoro
Manchester United have bought teenage French defender Leny Yoro from Lille, the Premier League club announced on Thursday.

Over 5,600 delegations pay final respects to Party General Secretary

Over 5,600 delegations pay final respects to Party General Secretary
More than 5,600 delegations with over 252,000 people formally paid tribute to General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong at the National Funeral Hall in Hanoi

International friends bid farewell to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

International friends bid farewell to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong
The respect paying ceremony for Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong continued on the morning of July 26 at the National Funeral Hall in Hanoi, with high-level delegations from foreign countries and international organisations paying their last respects and expressing deep condolences.

Swing for the Kids scholarships delivered to underprivileged students in Ha Tinh

Swing for the Kids scholarships delivered to underprivileged students in Ha Tinh
Swing for the Kids scholarships have been given to disadvantaged students in Ha Tinh city.

Herbalife Vietnam helps organise send-off ceremony for Olympics-bound athletes

Herbalife Vietnam helps organise send-off ceremony for Olympics-bound athletes
Herbalife Vietnam joined with the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) to organise a send-off ceremony for Vietnamese athletes, coaches, and officers.

Foreign leaders pay last respects to Vietnamese Party chief

Foreign leaders pay last respects to Vietnamese Party chief
High-ranking delegations from Laos, China, Cambodia, Russia, Cuba paid their last respects to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on July 25, expressing their grief for the death of the Vietnamese Party leader. ​

Thai PM, Bruneian Princess pay respect to late Vietnamese Party leader

Thai PM, Bruneian Princess pay respect to late Vietnamese Party leader
The Vietnamese Embassies in Thailand and Brunei on July 25 began respect-paying ceremony and opened condolence books for General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong.

Moscow mourns Vietnamese Party chief

Moscow mourns Vietnamese Party chief
A two-day respect paying ceremony began on July 25 morning at the Vietnamese Embassy in Russia to honour Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Respect paying ceremony held for Party General Secretary in Cambodia

Respect paying ceremony held for Party General Secretary in Cambodia
The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia opened two-day respect paying ceremony along with the condolence book for Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on July 25 morning.