02-10-2018 10:32
In the midst of frenetic urbanisation, the shift to renewable energy and decreasing the country’s carbon footprint is becoming more imperative. AkzoNobel, through innovative solutions, aims to play a key role in addressing these challenges.
01-10-2018 15:24
Taisho Group, one of the largest five pharmaceutical firms in Japan, expressed interest in buying an additional 2.3 per cent (3 million shares) in Hau Giang Pharmaceutical JSC (DHG).
27-09-2018 18:38
Despite a decrease in FDI volume, Vietnam continued to see soaring foreign investment capital in M&A deals in the first nine months of this year, with the total investment capital of $5.7 billion, up 36.8 per cent on-year.
26-09-2018 17:56
The economic growth of Vietnam is expected to reach 6.9 per cent in 2018, which is slightly lower than the 7.1 per cent projected in April as exports, agriculture, construction, and mining are expected to moderate in the second half of the year, according to the predictions of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
24-09-2018 12:24
Advanced technology promises to increase Vietnam’s safe, environmental friendly and quality agricultural production. However, a science-based, internationally-aligned, functional, and transparent regulatory system is crucial for sustainable development and effective adoption of advanced techologies. Kohei Sakata, general director of Bayer Vietnam, told VIR’s Kim Oanh about the company’s focus on innovation, sustainability and digital transformation for the benefits of farmers, consumers and the planet, as well as the importance of building transparent policies.
21-09-2018 08:50
Through the co-operation with construction steel processor QH Plus Corp., Nippon Steel & Sumikin Bussan Corp. (NSSBC), the trading arm of Japan's largest integrated mill Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corp., aims to develop in Vietnam to counterbalance decreasing steel demand in Japan.
20-09-2018 15:14
By establishing a subsidiary in Vietnam and issuing products designed specifically for this market, Cuckoo Electronics Co., Ltd., the leading home appliances manufacturer in South Korea, will improve the management of its authorised distributors in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
20-09-2018 10:54
Ecopark will organise the “Ecopark autumn masterpiece” tea party at Ecopark Grand – The Island on September 23, offering customers an opportunity to view and experience the Tiffany Topaz villas—the crowning jewel of Ecopark Grand – The Island complex.
16-09-2018 18:42
Oktoberfest 2018, which is one of the most popular social and cultural events from Germany, will allow participants to experience an authentic Oktoberfest in Vietnam. This year, more than 9,000 expats and locals will attend the six evenings in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
10-09-2018 14:25
GTNFoods JSC, which holds 22 per cent of Tael Partners, an investment fund from Singapore, will have to pay VND233.3 million ($10,323) in tax arrears, fines, and late payment fees, according to the decision of the Hanoi Department of Taxation.
04-09-2018 11:59
If foreign investment inflows maintain their growth momentum until the end of the year, Vietnam can expect a new foreign investment record for the decade. Of particular note, the majority of the increase is generated by M&A deals.
04-09-2018 10:01
The Fourth Industrial Revolution brings new operational risks for connected smart manufacturers and digital supply networks. Malicious cyber activity targeting the nation’s critical infrastructure is particularly worrisome as the interruption of essential services can have devastating effects on the economy and the well-being and safety of the citizens. On the occasion of his working visit to Vietnam, Phil Quade, chief information security officer of Fortinet, Inc. told Kim Oanh about cyberattacks, cybersecurity and how Fortinet’s solutions can help prevent them.
30-08-2018 16:18
Instead of banning farmers from using pesticides, they should be steered towards using effective and friendly pesticides with the use of appropriate dosage.
27-08-2018 16:17
After Saigon Alcohol, Beer and Beverage Corporation (Sabeco) announced paying dividend, its share valuation saw an increase by approximately VND7,000 per share to VND220,000 ($9.7).
27-08-2018 12:52
The great demand for more sustainable solutions, together with growth in the manufacturing and construction markets, is creating new opportunities for powder coatings. Raw material suppliers and coating formulators, including AkzoNobel, are developing new powder coatings products that can be applied more efficiently, exhibit improved performance, and have a greater range of potential end uses. Alan Alex, business director for AkzoNobel's Powder Coatings business in South Asia, regaled Kim Oanh with the company’s recent achievements in sustainability and its strategy in high potential markets like Vietnam.