vietnam on course to surpass 2023 growth results

Vietnam on course to surpass 2023 growth results

While the Vietnamese economy is projected to see lower-than-expected growth this year due to lingering headwinds caused by global geopolitical risks, the overall outlook still remains upbeat, according to analysis.
mixed fortunes remain in insurance segment

Mixed fortunes remain in insurance segment

Vietnam’s non-life insurance sector is growing robustly, but there remains barriers in bancassurance due to low public awareness and a confusing legal system.
ba ria vung tau leads the way in digital transformation

Ba Ria-Vung Tau leads the way in digital transformation

The southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau is pioneering digital transformation in public administration and social services, aiming to streamline bureaucracy and enhance citizen services while modernising governance and significantly boosting the region's investment appeal.
celebrate mid autumn with mia saigons mooncake collection

Celebrate mid-autumn with Mia Saigon’s mooncake collection

This Mid-Autumn Festival, Mia Saigon proudly presents the "Hy Tuoc Dang Mai" mooncake collection, which elegantly captures the refined beauty of magpies perched on plum blossom branches, inspired by the hotel’s art collection.
uk tech tycoon mike lynch missing after yacht sinks off sicily

UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch missing after yacht sinks off Sicily

UK businessman Mike Lynch, who was recently acquitted in the United States of an $11 billion fraud, is among those missing Monday after a superyacht sank off southern Italy, according to the head of the Civil Protection Agency.
mbappe and madrid denied in mallorca draw

Mbappe and Madrid denied in Mallorca draw

Kylian Mbappe was left frustrated on his Real Madrid La Liga debut on Sunday as a resilient Real Mallorca held the Spanish and European champions to a 1-1 draw in their title defence opener.
chelsea set to sign atleticos joao felix reports

Chelsea set to sign Atletico's Joao Felix: reports

Chelsea are set to sign Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix in a deal which could see Blues midfielder Conor Gallagher move to the Spanish club.
trumps strategy on climate amplify myths about harris

Trump's strategy on climate? Amplify myths about Harris

An unrelentingly bitter US presidential race, defined by name-calling, attack ads and stunted campaigning, has so far left little space for discussion about climate change, despite the world experiencing unprecedented heat and disasters.
citi vietnam chief shared views at the interbank off site workshop

Citi Vietnam chief shared views at the Interbank Off-Site Workshop

Ngo Thi Hong Minh, head of markets and country treasurer at Citi Vietnam, attended the 2024 Interbank Off-site Workshop held in Danang on August 9.
leveraging technology to boost vietnamese agricultural prosperity

Leveraging technology to boost Vietnamese agricultural prosperity

For many years, Nestlé has transformed Vietnam’s agriculture by pioneering sustainable farming and fostering robust rural communities through through the adoption of science and technological innovation. Le Thi Hoai Thuong, Nestlé Vietnam’s senior corporate affairs manager, talked to VIR’s Mai Anh about the company’s trajectory and what they have done to advance Vietnamese regenerative agriculture.
ports poised for more growth amid ferocious competition

Ports poised for more growth amid ferocious competition

Marine transportation is currently navigating turbulent times. Patrick Lenain, senior associate at the Council on Economic Policies, notes how Vietnam’s ports are ready for progress amid the fierce competition.
vietnam advised to develop aviation supporting industries

Vietnam advised to develop aviation supporting industries

Aviation industry experts have pointed out that while the number of aircraft and new airports has surged significantly, the supporting industry for the sector remains small and underdeveloped in Vietnam, failing to keep pace with international competitors.
arsenal aim to pick man citys pockets in title race

Arsenal aim to pick Man City's pockets in title race

Mikel Arteta reportedly hired a group of pickpockets to teach his Arsenal stars a valuable lesson and is now planning to steal the Premier League title from Manchester City.
ajax win europa league tie after 34 shootout penalties

Ajax win Europa League tie after 34 shootout penalties

Ajax defeated Panathinaikos 13-12 in a Europa League penalty shootout on Thursday with 34 kicks from the spot required to settle the tie.
new land laws to expedite house building progress

New land laws to expedite house-building progress

Housing supply is expected to increase significantly following the implementation of new real estate laws in August, creating numerous opportunities for investors and developers.