reorganisation in hand for 2023s electricity supply

Reorganisation in hand for 2023’s electricity supply

Vietnam can only reduce demand and alleviate the current electricity shortage by utilising energy economically and efficiently, energy leaders are warning.
myriad of issues hinder livestock firms

Myriad of issues hinder livestock firms

Rampantly smuggled meat and a soar in livestock production costs have exhausted some businesses, and some associations are crying out for help as a result.
singapore becomes worlds most expensive city for luxury living

Singapore becomes world's most expensive city for luxury living

Singapore has for the first time overcome Hong Kong (China), London (UK) and New York (US) to become the most expensive city for an upper-class lifestyle, according to the 2023 Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report released recently by Julius Baer Group based in Switzerland.
nestle vietnam strengthens collaborations in sustainable agriculture

Nestlé Vietnam strengthens collaborations in sustainable agriculture

Nestlé Vietnam has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) to support the country’s transition to regenerative and low-emission agriculture. The new, three-year partnership will help the move to sustainable agriculture and achieve the 'net-zero by 2050' target.
hoa binh construction divests matec stake to boost capital

Hoa Binh Construction divests Matec stake to boost capital

Hoa Binh Construction Corporation has recently passed a resolution to sell its entire stake in construction machinery firm Matec to supplement its business activities with additional capital.
business journalism unveiled navigating agms where transparency plays hide and seek

Business journalism unveiled: Navigating AGMs - Where transparency plays hide and seek

As I stepped into the world of annual general shareholders meetings (AGMs) as a dedicated business journalist, little did I know that this professional endeavour would become an emotional rollercoaster.
steady rise to goal of carbon neutrality

Steady rise to goal of carbon neutrality

The carbon-neutral investment outlook in Vietnam is expected to be joined by an increased number of both local and overseas players.
sustainability reporting in vietnam why it matters

Sustainability reporting in Vietnam: Why it matters

I recently met a businessman at a networking event who introduced himself as a procurement professional. Part of his job entails linking international companies with manufacturers based in Vietnam. Not long ago, he received a request from a client, connected them to a local supplier, and even provided samples for their perusal.
semiconductor makers set up shop

Semiconductor makers set up shop

In a testament to Vietnam’s burgeoning semiconductor market, numerous foreign manufacturers have swiftly announced plans to establish a presence in the country.
indonesia issues new regulations for foreign tourists to bali

Indonesia issues new regulations for foreign tourists to Bali

Ạuthorities of Indonesia’s Bali have recently issued new regulations for foreign tourists to address the increasing number of law violations on this resort island.
unilever vietnam brings circular economy to life

Unilever Vietnam brings circular economy to life

Unilever Vietnam and the People’s Committee of District 7 in Ho Chi Minh City have recently partnered to promote plastic waste segregation at home among the local community for better collection and recycling.
asifma highlights vietnam stock markets emerging status

ASIFMA highlights Vietnam stock market's emerging status

The Asia Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (ASIFMA) has lauded Vietnam's stock market as it approaches the status of an emerging market. However, amid the promising growth, there remains a crucial bottleneck that foreign depository banks are eager to see resolved.
nic and can tho university to develop startups in the mekong river delta

NIC and Can Tho University to develop startups in the Mekong River Delta

Innovation and science technologies are expected to significantly contribute to the sustainable development of the Mekong River Delta.
the transition to a sustainable food system

The transition to a sustainable food system

In response to the climate emergency that is exacerbating the global food crisis, companies like Nestlé are making efforts to play a role of game-changers. Chris Hogg, Nestlé’s vice president and head of Sustainability and Communications for Asia, Oceania, and Africa, talked with Van Trang about the transition to a regenerative food system that can nourish the planet affordably and sustainably amid new crisis contexts.
hong kong firm acquires hotels in vietnam and indonesia for 106 million

Hong Kong firm acquires hotels in Vietnam and Indonesia for $106 million

The Ibis Saigon South Hotel, Capri by Frasers in Vietnam, and Pullman Jakarta Central Park in Indonesia have finally found their path to new ownership after a lacklustre three-year struggle in the market, having recently been sold for a combined price of $106.1 million.