lifelong love for suit tailoring

Lifelong love for suit tailoring

Nghiem Van Hung, owner of Van Hung Tailor, boasts nearly 50 years of experience. He spoke to VIR’s Hoang Oanh about his love for custom tailored suits and his desire to preserve the family business.
extra support required for circular economy development in vietnam

Extra support required for circular economy development in Vietnam

The implementation of sound ecological practices is more needed than ever. Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Dinh Tho, general director of the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment, discussed with VIR’s Hoang Oanh about Vietnam’s commitment to promoting the circular economy and policies to encourage businesses.
experience rural northern life at ninh binh rustic

Experience rural northern life at Ninh Binh Rustic

As the third resort in the Rustic Hospitality Group ecosystem, Ninh Binh Rustic is the first mark in the northward journey of this brand after the success of two famous resorts in the Mekong Delta region and is expected to become one of the most attractive destinations in 2023.
barriers broken down in vocational training

Barriers broken down in vocational training

Improving the quality and form of vocational training is becoming a solution chosen by many educational institutions to eliminate prejudices and reaffirm its value in building human resources for the labour market.
building life and home in vietnam

Building life and home in Vietnam

Taking part in the country’s various stages of social and economic development, from raising funds for projects to transferring know-how and transforming industries, the expat community has played a significant role. In the spirit of welcoming the New Year, multinational business executives and leaders shared with VIR’s Hong Nhung and Hoang Oanh some of their takes on life, food, and travel in the country.
more opportunities for resort tourism expected

More opportunities for resort tourism expected

Many tourism businesses are investing in a system of luxury hotels with professional management units to prepare for the recovery of international arrivals.
corporate culture determines the success of every business

Corporate culture determines the success of every business

It is not salary and bonus but the culture of an enterprise that is considered the key factor in determining the attachment of employees and creating a stable working environment, according to companies in areas from construction to banking and finance.
tech group lay off wave reaches vietnam

Tech group lay-off wave reaches Vietnam

Tech companies and startups in Vietnam may be affected by the wave of lay-offs that is spreading in several Southeast Asian countries such as Singapore, Indonesia, and China.
paving the way for vietnamese fruit to europe

Paving the way for Vietnamese fruit to Europe

International Port Engineering & Investments (IPEI), a logistics enterprise from Belgium, aims to become a reliable companion of Vietnamese farmers. Marc Stordiau, CEO of IPEI, and Nguyen Thanh Duong, head of IPEI’s representative office in Vietnam, explained to Hoang Oanh how the company is assisting farmers in accessing sustainable, energy-saving solutions and crafting a more favourable European export journey for Vietnamese fruit and vegetables.
tech job woes not on cards for vietnam

Tech job woes not on cards for Vietnam

While some of the world’s top tech firms have taken the grim step of announcing mass lay-offs, Vietnam’s tech enterprises continue to face a serious shortage of personnel.
from strength to strength in south korean investment

From strength to strength in South Korean investment

Bilateral trade between Vietnam and South Korea has been on an upward trajectory for several years. Min Moonki, commercial attaché of the South Korean Embassy to Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Hoang Oanh about long-term investment plans and the hopes to elevate ties to even greater heights.
entrepreneur golf tournament for community 2022 accomplishes starting goal

'Entrepreneur Golf Tournament for Community 2022' accomplishes starting goal

The inaugural season of the Entrepreneurs for Community Annual Golf Tournament was held on October 1 to commemorate Vietnam Entrepreneurs Day, which falls later this month, with more than 150 players attending.
tackling the severe labour shortages in tourism

Tackling the severe labour shortages in tourism

Staffing the tourism industry in Vietnam remains an acute challenge as the players involved continue to get to grips with the reopening of the world this year.
fast fashion brands scale up for growth

Fast fashion brands scale up for growth

Surviving and developing in a competitive fast fashion market remains a challenge for many brands, especially for newcomers.
overseas work not a guarantee for career prosperity

Overseas work not a guarantee for career prosperity

Many low-skilled overseas Vietnamese workers are struggling on their return home, finding it difficult to settle in and find new jobs in the face of fierce domestic competition.