MoF taps global expertise to launch carbon exchange pilot

MoF taps global expertise to launch carbon exchange pilot

The MoF is drawing on the experience of its international partners to enhance its preparations for the pilot operation of a carbon credit exchange.
Vietnamese and Japanese ministries discuss support policies for businesses

Vietnamese and Japanese ministries discuss support policies for businesses

Leaders of the Vietnamese and Japanese ministries of finance had a video conference call on April 21 to discuss support policies for businesses.
Finance ministers cement fiscal cooperation

Finance ministers cement fiscal cooperation

Vietnam and the Czech Republic are deepening fiscal ties and strategic cooperation for sustainable development.
SABECO targets 8 per cent profit growth in 2025 MHT advances its 'Back to Basics' strategy
SABECO targets 8 per cent profit growth in 2025

SABECO targets 8 per cent profit growth in 2025

SABECO reaffirmed its market leadership and commitment to sustainable growth at its AGM on April 24.
MHT advances its 'Back to Basics' strategy

MHT advances its 'Back to Basics' strategy

MHT is committed to delivering value through its Back to Basics strategy.
CEO opinions on unexpected reciprocal US tariffs

CEO opinions on unexpected reciprocal US tariffs

The introduction of a 46 per cent reciprocal tariff on Vietnam could soon increase operational costs for leading companies exporting to the US.
TechX solidifying cloud excellence with certification

TechX solidifying cloud excellence with certification

Cloud tech consultants TechX has become the first partner of Amazon Web Services in Vietnam to achieve its Cloud Operation Competency certification.
MoF unveils reforms to Law on Bidding in draft Norway aids green maritime credentials
MoF unveils reforms to Law on Bidding in draft

MoF unveils reforms to Law on Bidding in draft

The MoF has released a draft law proposing significant changes to the Law on Bidding.
Norway aids green maritime credentials

Norway aids green maritime credentials

Norwegian Ambassador to Vietnam Hilde Solbakken talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy on how the cooperation between the two countries can support this green shift.
Sumitomo Corporation and SBI Holdings acquire stakes in FPT's AI Japan facility

Sumitomo Corporation and SBI Holdings acquire stakes in FPT's AI Japan facility

Sumitomo Corporation and SBI Holdings will each invest 20 per cent in FPT Smart Cloud Japan, a subsidiary of FPT Corporation.
Viettel Global reports widespread growth for 2024

Viettel Global reports widespread growth for 2024

VGI achieved strong growth in consolidated revenue and profit last year, according to its 2024 audited consolidated financial report.
Real estate investors must analyse every factor How economy is transformed by ESG and AI agents
Real estate investors must analyse every factor

Real estate investors must analyse every factor

Recent discussions surrounding provincial mergers have drawn significant public and investor attention, particularly within the real estate sector.
How economy is transformed by ESG and AI agents

How economy is transformed by ESG and AI agents

Globally, trends in AI as well as environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria have had a strong impact on economic activities, changing the way businesses operate, bringing new business models and growth. Like other emerging markets, these two inevitable trends have crept into the Vietnamese economy in recent years.
World Bank to help SBV build shared database for banking industry

World Bank to help SBV build shared database for banking industry

The State Bank of Vietnam has initiated a project to build a shared database for the banking industry.
The impact of cloud, AI, and data on financial services

The impact of cloud, AI, and data on financial services

New technologies such as AI are spurring unprecedented innovation in various industries, particularly in financial services.
Drawing insights from data law draft

Drawing insights from data law draft

Following the issuance of the Data Law, which is set to take effect on July 1, the government has released several drafts on its implementation.
Gearing human resources towards business success amidst evolving challenges

Gearing human resources towards business success amidst evolving challenges

The changing needs of Vietnam's workforce, particularly those of the younger generation, are driving the need for businesses to adapt their strategies to attract and retain top talent.
The promising future of Vietnam’s golf tourism

The promising future of Vietnam’s golf tourism

The future of Vietnam's golf industry and golf tourism looks highly promising in the coming years
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.
Institutional strength and green talent crucial to Vietnam’s ESG progress MoF taps global expertise to launch carbon exchange pilot Finance ministers cement fiscal cooperation Procedure delays loom over solar ventures Thailand’s energy investors hope for issue resolutions Revised national energy plan prioritises renewables and grid upgrades
Institutional strength and green talent crucial to Vietnam’s ESG progress

Institutional strength and green talent crucial to Vietnam’s ESG progress

At Dan Tri's first Vietnam ESG Forum, experts called for institutional reform, green investment, and workforce development to achieve sustainable growth.
MoF taps global expertise to launch carbon exchange pilot

MoF taps global expertise to launch carbon exchange pilot

The MoF is drawing on the experience of its international partners to enhance its preparations for the pilot operation of a carbon credit exchange.
Finance ministers cement fiscal cooperation

Finance ministers cement fiscal cooperation

Vietnam and the Czech Republic are deepening fiscal ties and strategic cooperation for sustainable development.
Procedure delays loom over solar ventures

Procedure delays loom over solar ventures

Though a newly issued electricity price framework offers a basis for initial financial calculations, investors remain cautious as multiple regulatory and procedural hurdles persist before projects can move forward.
Thailand’s energy investors hope for issue resolutions

Thailand’s energy investors hope for issue resolutions

While Vietnam’s efforts to maintain dialogue with foreign energy developers have been acknowledged, the country’s lack of regulatory certainty remains a critical challenge, especially for Thai investors who are voicing concerns over fairness, timing, and protection.
Revised national energy plan prioritises renewables and grid upgrades

Revised national energy plan prioritises renewables and grid upgrades

The revised PDP8 is accelerating Vietnam's transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
Real estate heats up ahead of provincial merger plans Industrial hubs strengthened following provincial mergers
Real estate heats up ahead of provincial merger plans

Real estate heats up ahead of provincial merger plans

Discussions surrounding the potential merger of administrative units in Vietnam have triggered a surge of interest and price hikes in various real estate markets.
Industrial hubs strengthened following provincial mergers

Industrial hubs strengthened following provincial mergers

Several large industrial hubs will hope to be strengthened following an administrative merger, paving the way for a surge in foreign direct investment.
Keppel collaborates with leading brands to enhance urban living in Vietnam

Keppel collaborates with leading brands to enhance urban living in Vietnam

Keppel Ltd signed MoUs on April 2 in Ho Chi Minh City with leading retail, interior design, and education partners.
THACO Group to invest over $1 billion in Binh Duong industrial park

THACO Group to invest over $1 billion in Binh Duong industrial park

THACO Group has been approved to develop a 768-ha industrial park in Binh Duong worth over $1 billion.
Financial sector heats up with strategic M&A moves Long-term capital unlocked through investment funds
Financial sector heats up with strategic M&A moves

Financial sector heats up with strategic M&A moves

Financial sector deals are shifting from traditional dealmaking to mandatory transfers of weak banks and strategic exits from fintech arms, with experts urging insurers to play a central role in bank restructuring.
Long-term capital unlocked through investment funds

Long-term capital unlocked through investment funds

Leveraging the advantages of a growing tech ecosystem, combined with a clear strategy for engaging strategic investors and establishing regular policy dialogues, will be key to effectively attracting long-term investment from funds.
Shinhan Life Vietnam aiming for major growth

Shinhan Life Vietnam aiming for major growth

Shinhan Life Insurance Vietnam targets major growth this year after improving product quality and optimising operations.
Techcombank partners with Vingroup on new life insurance venture

Techcombank partners with Vingroup on new life insurance venture

Techcombank has joined forces with Vingroup to establish a new life insurance provider, TCLife.
VIB launches credit card with 57 days interest-free and cashback on all spending

VIB launches credit card with 57 days interest-free and cashback on all spending

Vietnam International Bank launched the VIB Business Card on April 16.
Asia Clean Capital Vietnam receives prestigious awards

Asia Clean Capital Vietnam receives prestigious awards

Two leaders from Asia Clean Capital Vietnam (ACCV) have been recognised with prestigious awards at Green Finance Week 2025 – Asia Edition. The event, organised by FirstVIEW, a leading global business intelligence company, took place on March 5, 2025, in Singapore.
Vietnam - Kingdom of Belgium Friendship and Cooperation

Vietnam - Kingdom of Belgium Friendship and Cooperation

At the invitation of the State President Luong Cuong, and his spousey, King Philippe of the Kingdom of Belgium and Queen Mathilde are paying a State visit to Vietnam from 31 March to 4 April 2025.
Vietnam - Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Vietnam - Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

At the invitation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and his spouse will pay an official visit to Vietnam on 25-26 March 2025.
Vietnam ranks among top five most popular diving destinations in Asia

Vietnam ranks among top five most popular diving destinations in Asia

The survey was conducted in 11 key tourism markets in the region, with a focus on Southeast Asia. Across Asia, Indonesia takes the top spot as the most popular diving destination, followed by the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam.
Sa Pa Passport: The latest travel sensation inspiring wanderlust

Sa Pa Passport: The latest travel sensation inspiring wanderlust

Thanks to the close collaboration between the Lao Cai Tourism Association and content creators, this product has started receiving positive feedback from both domestic and international visitors.
Vietnam ripe for ultra-rich tourism boost

Vietnam ripe for ultra-rich tourism boost

Vietnam is attempting to increase its allure to ultra-wealthy tourists in a way that would not only bring economic benefits, but also encourage a rise in service quality in the industry.
Trang An Landscape Complex tagged with economic value of $213 billion

Trang An Landscape Complex tagged with economic value of $213 billion

The Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been estimated to have a total economic value of $213 billion.
Muong Thanh Group launches discounts of up to 60 per cent at travel expo

Muong Thanh Group launches discounts of up to 60 per cent at travel expo

Muong Thanh Group will participate in the Vietnam International Travel Mart 2025 from April 10-13.
Vietnam can be global hot spot in 2025

Vietnam can be global hot spot in 2025

After a stellar year in terms of traveller numbers and new products, industry leaders wish to capitalise on the forward momentum. Hoteliers spoke to VIR’s Hoang Dan about their optimism for the sector in 2025.
Nestlé MILO continues support for National U11 Football Championship

Nestlé MILO continues support for National U11 Football Championship

Nestlé MILO reinforces its commitment to supporting the National U11 Football Championship – Nestlé MILO Cup 2025 as the main sponsor.
Sol by Melia Phu Quoc partners with Cocoon Vietnam for 'Endless Summer' campaign

Sol by Melia Phu Quoc partners with Cocoon Vietnam for 'Endless Summer' campaign

This summer 2025, Sol by Melia Phu Quoc is delighted to partner with Cocoon Vietnam, a leading Vietnamese vegan skincare brand, to launch the “Endless Summer” campaign – a special gift experience for resort guests during the upcoming holiday season.
Midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc invited to watch Manchester City match

Midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc invited to watch Manchester City match

​European giant Manchester City FC have invited Vietnamese midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc to the Etihad to meet with its player and watch a English Premier League match.
Midfielder Nguyen Quang Hai set to join J1 League Club

Midfielder Nguyen Quang Hai set to join J1 League Club

Vietnamese midfielder Nguyen Quang Hai is likely to sign a contract to join a team in Japan's J1 League.
Nestlé MILO marks 10 years as Tien Phong Marathon sponsor

Nestlé MILO marks 10 years as Tien Phong Marathon sponsor

Nestlé MILO sponsored the 66th edition of the Tien Phong Marathon, held in Dong Ha, Quang Tri province, from March 28 to 30.
Herbalife Vietnam supports national football teams for new season

Herbalife Vietnam supports national football teams for new season

Herbalife Vietnam is working with the Vietnam Football Federation to meet with the country's national football teams to support players for upcoming games.
Ho Chi Minh City: A modern urban metropolis after 50 years of reunification

Ho Chi Minh City: A modern urban metropolis after 50 years of reunification

Fifty years after national reunification, Ho Chi Minh City has undergone a dramatic transformation, emerging as Vietnam’s leading economic and cultural hub.
Tan Son Nhat T3 officially open for commercial flights

Tan Son Nhat T3 officially open for commercial flights

On April 17, Tan Son Nhat International Airport's new terminal opened for its first commercial flight.
Armed forces rehearse for 50th anniversary of reunification

Armed forces rehearse for 50th anniversary of reunification

More than 5,000 officers and soldiers from various armed forces have taken part in a full military parade rehearsal in preparation for the 50th anniversary of reunification.
Ho Chi Minh City lights up for 50th anniversary of reunification

Ho Chi Minh City lights up for 50th anniversary of reunification

In April, Ho Chi Minh City celebrates the 50th anniversary of national reunification with vibrant lights and a jubilant atmosphere.
Explore a green university campus like a five-star resort in northern Vietnam

Explore a green university campus like a five-star resort in northern Vietnam

At British University Vietnam, every aspect is designed to create a green, sustainable learning environment that sparks creativity and inspiration.
Winners of HSBC Business Case Competition 2025 unveiled Truong My Lan’s life sentence reduced to 20-year jail term in 2nd phase of Van Thinh Phat case
Winners of HSBC Business Case Competition 2025 unveiled

Winners of HSBC Business Case Competition 2025 unveiled

Tthe HSBC Business Case Competition (HSBC BCC) 2025 named the winning team from RMIT University Ho Chi Minh City on April 22.
Truong My Lan’s life sentence reduced to 20-year jail term in 2nd phase of Van Thinh Phat case

Truong My Lan’s life sentence reduced to 20-year jail term in 2nd phase of Van Thinh Phat case

The appellate court lowered Lan’s sentence for fraud from life to 20 years in prison, while maintaining her sentences for money laundering and illegal cross-border money transfers. However, as the death penalty issued in the first phase has already taken legal effect, Lan is still subject to the death sentence.
Supporting students in mountainous areas: from heart to heart

Supporting students in mountainous areas: from heart to heart

The Swing for the Kids scholarship fund has granted more than 21,000 scholarships for poor students and supported upgrades of learning facilities across Vietnam.
A journey of uplifting the future of children in remote areas

A journey of uplifting the future of children in remote areas

The "Winter of sharing love 2024" journey is a path that ignites hope and spreads warmth to the children in a remote part of Yen Bai province.
Embassy of Japan, IOM and UNICEF visit typhoon-hit communities in Cao Bang

Embassy of Japan, IOM and UNICEF visit typhoon-hit communities in Cao Bang

Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Ito Naoki, and representatives from the Embassy of Japan, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have concluded a visit to Cao Bang province highlighting the achievements and progress of relief efforts funded by the government of Japan.
Hanwha Life plants seeds of AI innovation in Vietnam

Hanwha Life plants seeds of AI innovation in Vietnam

Hanwha Life is nurturing the next generation of talent as a returning sponsor of the Vietnam Informatics Olympiad while introducing an AI track.
Thailand, RoK hold 5th round of economic partnership negotiations Indonesia discovers new gas fields, eases reliance on imported energy World leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis, dead at 88 Japan bus driver steals $7, loses $84,000 pension Lion kills 14-year-old girl in Kenya ASEAN+3 economies positioned for resilience amid unprecedented trade shocks
Thailand, RoK hold 5th round of economic partnership negotiations

Thailand, RoK hold 5th round of economic partnership negotiations

The latest round of talks for the EPA is set to run for four days in Bangkok. The two sides plan to focus on making progress in 13 sectors that cover goods, services and investment, as well as sustainable development.
Indonesia discovers new gas fields, eases reliance on imported energy

Indonesia discovers new gas fields, eases reliance on imported energy

Djoko Siswanto, head of SKK Migas, revealed that the two fields are located offshore in the Northwest of Java and are expected to commence operations by the end of this year. With a daily production capacity of 200 tonnes at the Jambi Merang field and 180 tonnes at the ONWJ field, these are set to enhance Indonesia's energy security and reduce its reliance on imported energy sources.
World leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis, dead at 88

World leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis, dead at 88

World leaders remembered Pope Francis as "a beacon of compassion" after the death on Monday of the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.
Japan bus driver steals $7, loses $84,000 pension

Japan bus driver steals $7, loses $84,000 pension

A Japanese bus driver with 29 years of service lost his retirement package worth $84,000 after being fired for stealing $7 from passengers' fares.
Lion kills 14-year-old girl in Kenya

Lion kills 14-year-old girl in Kenya

A lion has killed a 14-year-old girl outside the capital Nairobi, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said on Sunday.
ASEAN+3 economies positioned for resilience amid unprecedented trade shocks

ASEAN+3 economies positioned for resilience amid unprecedented trade shocks

The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office released a report on April 15 highlighting the region’s resilience policy capacity to withstand global trade shocks.
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