new digital rules to reshape tech market

New digital rules to reshape tech market

With new rules for the digital technology industry in the pipeline, new development opportunities are expected to open up for businesses.
astrazeneca reinforces commitment to healthcare

AstraZeneca reinforces commitment to healthcare

Pharma giant AstraZeneca is solidifying its position as a pioneer in healthcare innovation in Vietnam.
private investment in railway industry yet to shine

Private investment in railway industry yet to shine

Vietnam’s railway industry is waiting for legal improvements to increase its attraction. Tran Thien Canh, director of the Vietnam Railway Authority, talked to VIR’s Tung Anh about the prospects for the sector in this country.
vietnam should learn from international experience before raising beverage tax

Vietnam should learn from international experience before raising beverage tax

Vietnam has been urged to learn from other countries to prevent a shock to businesses and ensure a balance of interests before it raises taxes on alcohol.
5g building blocks falling into place

5G building blocks falling into place

While making moves in 5G infrastructure development, major network operators in Vietnam are facing financial challenges and investment return.
new pharma rules to offer direct and indirect gains

New pharma rules to offer direct and indirect gains

The draft amendments to the Law on Pharmacy 2016 is expected to create a new driving force for the industry. Dr. Le Viet Dung, deputy director of the Ministry of Health’s Drug Administration of Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Tung Anh about how legal improvements can benefit businesses.
vietnam textile and garment industry taking eu regulations more seriously

Vietnam textile and garment industry taking EU regulations more seriously

Vietnamese textile and garment businesses are approaching new solutions to fully benefit from the transition to green production in line with ever tougher regulations.
euro companies forge innovative pathways in 5g

Euro companies forge innovative pathways in 5G

5G commercialisation is expected to be implemented in Vietnam in late 2024, bringing about new opportunities for the business community. Pavel Poskakukhin, co-chairman of the EuroCham Vietnam Digital Sector Committee, spoke to VIR’s Tung Anh about the factors to ensure future success.
partnership key to improving healthcare in vietnam

Partnership key to improving healthcare in Vietnam

Stakeholders are joining Vietnam’s efforts in improving healthcare accessibility, and sustainably developing the sector. Nguyen Thi An, country director of HealthBridge, spoke with VIR’s Tung Anh about how businesses can make a contribution.
japanese see potential with startup initiatives

Japanese see potential with startup initiatives

Amid slow capital flow into frontier financial markets, Japanese funding continues to flow into local startups to strengthen market footprint.
5g network inches ever closer

5G network inches ever closer

Investment returns may be some way off for telecoms groups, despite taking on ownership of 5G frequency bands via auction.
shortfall of planes adds to complexities

Shortfall of planes adds to complexities

Global airline giants insist they have enough planes in Vietnam, at a time when concerns are being raised over sustainability in the supply chain.
game changing esg initiatives expected

Game-changing ESG initiatives expected

With the Vietnamese government last week boosting commitments to supporting foreign-invested enterprises, more green business and funding initiatives are expected in the coming months.
partnership will provide eye care innovation for all

Partnership will provide eye-care innovation for all

Advancements in devices and strong partnerships enable Vietnamese people to improve care of their eyes. Mai Thi Viet Ha, business line manager of Ophthalmology Medical Devices and Business Unit Healthcare at DKSH Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Tung Anh about bringing new innovations to the market with strategic partner Alcon.
reforms essential for industrial mas

Reforms essential for industrial M&As

The industrial property market in 2024 in terms of mergers and acquisitions faces optimism this year, with new rules likely to boost progress.