investment shift reflects evolving economic arena

Investment shift reflects evolving economic arena

Vietnam’s economy is expected to continue its success this year as it reinforces its position as a magnet for foreign investors. Lim Dyi Chang, head of commercial banking at UOB Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Vinh Thanh about the 2024 outlook of Vietnam’s economic growth and how the country climbs up the foreign investment ladder.
nestle and maggi campaign goes from strength to strength

Nestlé and Maggi campaign goes from strength to strength

A campaign by Vietnam Women's Union, Nestlé Vietnam and the MAGGI brand aims to diversify opportunities to create sustainable livelihoods for women and contribute to women's empowerment.
bac a bank hits award with foreign exchange transaction

BAC A BANK hits award with foreign exchange transaction

Within the framework of the Vietnam FX Awards 2024 held in Hanoi recently, Bac A Commercial Joint Stock Bank (BAC A BANK) was honoured to be granted the award of Top 5 Banks with the largest foreign exchange trading volume in Vietnam on FX matching year 2023 awarded by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG).
thaco raises the bar for steel industry

THACO raises the bar for steel industry

THACO Industries has significantly intensified its investment in steel structures and Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, aiming to become the top general contractor in Vietnam.
laos thwarts numerous major drug cases

Laos thwarts numerous major drug cases

Police in Tonpheung district, Laos' northern province of Bokeo have recently apprehended two suspects and seized 166 bags of crystal methamphetamine weighing 166kg, reported Lao media on March 26.
binh dinh lays claim to regional investing spotlight

Binh Dinh lays claim to regional investing spotlight

Binh Dinh has emerged as a destination for domestic and foreign investors, with more positive signals expected via an investment promotion conference in the central province at the end of March.
regaining trust essential to bolster growth of credit

Regaining trust essential to bolster growth of credit

Some banks are at times reluctant to lend, regardless of their financial standing. Tran Ngoc Bau, CEO of WiGroup, a major provider of economic data and fintech solutions, talked to VIR’s Nhue Man about credit bottlenecks in the current context and how to boost credit growth in a healthy manner.
sk ecoplant ties up with bcg energy to co develop 700mw of renewable energy

SK Ecoplant ties up with BCG Energy to co-develop 700MW of renewable energy

SK Ecoplant, the environment and energy arm of SK Group, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with BCG Energy, a subsidiary of Bamboo Capital Group, on March 22 to jointly develop renewable energy projects in Vietnam.
mcdonalds stores shut in sri lanka over poor hygiene case

McDonald's stores shut in Sri Lanka over poor hygiene case

McDonald's stores across Sri Lanka shut Sunday after the US fast-food giant launched a legal battle with its local franchise holder over allegations of poor hygiene, court officials said.
moodys upgrades the outlook of techcombank 2024

Moody's upgrades the outlook of Techcombank 2024

The credit rating organisation Moody's on March 20 updated the outlook for Technological and Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Techcombank) to Stable.
government and enterprises outline efforts to implement green growth strategies at vbf 2024

Government and enterprises outline efforts to implement green growth strategies at VBF 2024

The Vietnam Business Forum (VBF 2024) took place this morning in Hanoi, themed "FDI enterprises pioneer in implementing green growth strategies" and chaired by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
vingroup launches electric vehicle charging station company

Vingroup launches electric vehicle charging station company

Vingroup's V-Green Charging Stations Company aims to invest over $415 million in the next two years in new outlets and upgrading the charging network.
vingroup divests from vincom retail

Vingroup divests from Vincom Retail

Vingroup is to sell its entire stake in SDI Trading Development and Investment JSC, indirectly selling shares and retaining an 18.8 per cent stake in Vincom Retail.
manufacturing trends to watch to help respond dynamically to the market

Manufacturing trends to watch to help respond dynamically to the market

So far this year, it has been important to examine the rising trends influencing the manufacturing industry. For example, manufacturing, which is a vital part of the global economy, is constantly evolving and being shaped by technological advancements, economic factors, and a growing focus on sustainability.
vietnams banh mi named worlds most delicious sandwich

Vietnam's banh mi named world's most delicious sandwich

Vietnamese banh mi (baguette) has been ranked first in the list of the top 100 sandwiches in the world by international food website Taste Atlas.