Vietnam Investment Review

Japan's biggest power generator Jera acquires 35 per cent of TTC Group's subsidiary

In order to enhance Vietnam's renewable energy capacity by 2025, Vietnam's conglomerate Thanh Thanh Cong Group (TTC Group) partnered up with Japan's Jera Co.

Bamboo Airways successfully held extraordinary shareholders' meeting

At the meeting, the Board of Management of Bamboo Airways approved electing additional members of the BOM and the Supervisory Board for the 2019-2024 term.

Feed producers seek alternative sources to save on costs

Many animal feed producers in Vietnam are snapping up domestic rice to replace imported equivalents, in the context of the rocketing increase in material prices and supply shortages.

$1-billion Lego plant to receive land on September 30

Binh Duong People’s Committee will mobilise its resources to complete the land clearance and handover to the investor of the $1-billion Lego factory on September 30.
Green standards top policies for fresh foreign ventures

Vietnam is becoming a destination for environmentally-friendly initiatives that can contribute to the circular economy. However, improvements from various sides will be necessary in order to lure truly sustainable investment.
VIR added to PressReader’s catalog

In an effort to go green while reaching business readers around the world, VIR is excited to join PressReader’s growing global newspaper and magazine platform.

Singapore and Vietnam commit to further strong collaborations

Storm Mulan weakens into tropical depression

MoIT recommends unfinished wind, solar farms negotiate energy prices

Vietnam's economic growth forecast at 7.5 pc in 2022: World Bank

Vietnam needs extra 368 billion USD to achieve net zero emissions

As the energy industry has a crucial role in achieving net zero emissions by 2050, it requires a structural transition toward green growth. Therefore, Vietnam needs assistance from developed countries regarding both financial and technical issues.

CT Group wins at HR Asia Awards 2022

CT Group was honoured by HR Asia – the continent's leading magazine – with the prestigious Best Place to Work in 2022 Asia award on August 11.

Denmark and Vietnam strengthen cooperation in agri-food

The Danish Agriculture and Food Delegation to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from August 16-19 exchange opportunities for cooperation with their Vietnamese partners.

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link GE Vietnam Values

More British investors look at Vietnam to cash in on free trade agreements

VNPAY earns certificate for highest level of international security

Corporate August 18, 2022 | 20:40

More British investors look at Vietnam to cash in on free trade agreements

Many British investors are seeking investment opportunities in Vietnam in the hope of cashing in on free trade agreements (FTAs) that Vietnam has signed with the UK and other economies worldwide.

Corporate August 18, 2022 | 12:00

VNPAY earns certificate for highest level of international security

VNPAY has just received the PCI DSS 3.2.1 Level 1 international security certificate for its services by ControlCase, an international assessment organisation.

CEO Talk August 10, 2022 | 17:09

The key challenges ahead for a digital economic boom

Digital revenues in Vietnam are forecast to grow exponentially as the government continues to roll out new initiatives. Dwayne Ong, founder and CEO of Singaporean certification body CASUGOL, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about how Vietnam can address its primary challenges to ensure sustainable digital growth.

Biz Link August 17, 2022 | 13:52

INSEE Vietnam champion in 2022 Top 50 Corporate Sustainability Awards

On August 10, INSEE Vietnam was honoured to win the 2022 Top 50 Corporate Sustainability Awards by Nhip Cau Dau Tu newspaper.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment 30 years of FDI Investing in Haiphong HOBBIT Investment

Overseas Vietnamese strengthen Danang’s investment climate

Investing August 18, 2022 | 20:35

RoK seminar on investment in Vietnam

An international seminar on trend of investment in Vietnam in the new normal context took place in Seoul on August 18, with over 150 Korean investors and enterprises in different areas taking part.

Investing August 18, 2022 | 10:04

Overseas Vietnamese strengthen Danang’s investment climate

The central city of Danang is expected to become more vibrant with a flow of investments from overseas Vietnamese.

M&A August 16, 2022 | 14:49

Japan's biggest power generator Jera acquires 35 per cent of TTC Group's subsidiary

In order to enhance Vietnam's renewable energy capacity by 2025, Vietnam's conglomerate Thanh Thanh Cong Group (TTC Group) partnered up with Japan's Jera Co.

Outbound Investment August 02, 2022 | 12:09

Viettel Global posts impressive H1 profits

Following the growth momentum of the previous quarter, Viettel Global continued to post strong revenue and profit in the second quarter of the year.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC RSM Vietnam ASL LAW ManpowerGroup Vietnam Indochine Counsel D.lion

21st-century skills crucial for appropriate growth

Vietnam able to become new tiger in Asia: economist

Your Consultant August 17, 2022 | 13:32

21st-century skills crucial for appropriate growth

While economic growth in Vietnam seems to be on the right track following a bumpy few months, experts warn that improving tertiary and higher education may be the biggest key to acheiving long-term growth in a sustainable manner.

Your Consultant August 16, 2022 | 11:21

Vietnam able to become new tiger in Asia: economist

Vietnam, a rising star in the global supply chain, has the potential to become a new tiger in Asia, economist Brian Lee Shun Rong at Maybank - Malaysia's largest financial services group and the leading banking group in South East Asia – has reportedly said.

KPMG August 01, 2022 | 14:41

KPMG discusses latest report Emerging Giants in Asia Pacific

Nguyen Trung Kien, director of KPMG Private Enterprise, talked with VIR’s Linh Le about the trends for startups.

PwC August 02, 2022 | 13:00

Empowered consumers prepared to make changes

The PwC June 2022 Global Consumer Insights Pulse Survey has found that consumers are continuing to adapt to supply chain disruptions and increasing inflation.

RSM Vietnam July 14, 2022 | 18:17

RSM Vietnam continues to transform to realise its vision

With the theme Transforming Together for Vision 2030, RSM encourages its people to collaborate to lead the way towards driving change and innovation.

ASL LAW August 03, 2022 | 15:09

ASL LAW successfully defends in lawsuit against circumvention of trade remedies

ASL LAW has successfully represented and protected the interests of two businesses that are not subject to anti-circumvention tax.

ManpowerGroup Vietnam August 13, 2022 | 21:30

Employers expect hiring to increase in H2

Employers are expecting hiring to increase in the last two quarters of the year as positive growth rates are reported in various sectors.

Indochine Counsel August 10, 2022 | 15:59

Conforming to treaty via Law on IP

In the last few years, Vietnam has signed a certain number of international trade agreements which require Vietnam to accede to or approve the WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT) within a prescribed time period.

D.lion July 18, 2022 | 14:00

Passion is available to turn Vietnam into blockchain hub

Even if traditional entrepreneurs have a fantastic business idea, typical fundraising processes require significantly more effort, time, and money. William Do, CEO of HOBBIT Investment, explained to VIR’s Hoang Dan why fundraising in crypto may offer an alternative that is best suited for blockchain-related projects.

Opinion

CapitaLand Development enhances its operations

Ronald Tay

CEO of CapitaLand Development (Vietnam)

CapitaLand Development enhances its operations

Saravoot Yoovidhya

CEO of Thailand’s TCP Group

TCP Group delivering value

Attempting to balance green ideas with profit

Roongrote Rangsiyopash

President and CEO of SCG

Attempting to balance green ideas with profit

Boeing to increase its footprint in Vietnam's aviation market

Michael Arthur

President of Boeing International

Boeing to increase its footprint in Vietnam's aviation market

Topics

Digital Transformation Healthcare Platform Sustainable Energy Human Capital 4.0 Empowering Women Climate Change Response Special Administrative-Economic Zones Bank Scandals Safe and Sound Vietnam

Emagazine

August 15, 2022 | 14:41

Secrets of the most special securities company in Vietnam

Techcom Securities’ (TCBS) leadership, with cutting-edge vision and execution muscle, has changed the course of the company over the last nine years since Nguyen Xuan Minh became chairman of the Board of Directors. VIR’s Tuan Khanh sat together with Minh and talked about his path, vision, and success story.

August 04, 2022 | 01:31

Promoting gender equality & enhancing women's economic empowerment

Vietnarn's national strategy on gender equality for the 2021-2030 period sets a target that by 2025, 60 per cent of state management ageneies and local governments at all levels will have female key leaders.

August 02, 2022 | 16:05

Bringing benefits to business via diversity policies

Vietnam has made great strides in protecting the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people, and with gay and lesbian people able to openly disclose their sexual orientation, evidence exists that this can only benefit society – even in an economic sense.

March 09, 2022 | 21:16

Contributing to Vietnam’s green energy shift (Emagazine)

With over 3,200km of coastline, Vietnam has huge potential for offshore wind power ventures. Stuart Livesey, senior director and head of Copenhagen Offshore Partners in Vietnam, explained to VIR about Vietnam’s wind power market and how the project he is involved in will contribute towards shaping the country’s offshore wind sector.

December 27, 2021 | 07:55

PetroVietnam promoting US partnerships: The future of Vietnam’s energy industry

On November 23, 2021, a round table discussion between PetroVietnam and US investors took place with the topic of potential energy investment in Vietnam.

Green Growth

Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics

Green standards top policies for fresh foreign ventures

Vietnam to mobilise $360 billion for sustainable development targets

Strategic framework for sustainable development between UN and Vietnam

Green Growth August 18, 2022 | 22:43

Vietnam needs extra 368 billion USD to achieve net zero emissions

As the energy industry has a crucial role in achieving net zero emissions by 2050, it requires a structural transition toward green growth. Therefore, Vietnam needs assistance from developed countries regarding both financial and technical issues.

Green Growth August 17, 2022 | 14:34

Green standards top policies for fresh foreign ventures

Vietnam is becoming a destination for environmentally-friendly initiatives that can contribute to the circular economy. However, improvements from various sides will be necessary in order to lure truly sustainable investment.

Biz Link August 17, 2022 | 13:52

INSEE Vietnam champion in 2022 Top 50 Corporate Sustainability Awards

On August 10, INSEE Vietnam was honoured to win the 2022 Top 50 Corporate Sustainability Awards by Nhip Cau Dau Tu newspaper.

Coverage August 17, 2022 | 11:25

Vietnam to mobilise $360 billion for sustainable development targets

Vietnam needs to mobilise $360 billion for implementing its green and sustainable development targets by 2030.

Green Growth August 16, 2022 | 14:49

Japan's biggest power generator Jera acquires 35 per cent of TTC Group's subsidiary

In order to enhance Vietnam's renewable energy capacity by 2025, Vietnam's conglomerate Thanh Thanh Cong Group (TTC Group) partnered up with Japan's Jera Co.

Green Growth August 15, 2022 | 13:35

Strategic framework for sustainable development between UN and Vietnam

The Ministry of Planning and Investment and the UN have just signed the One Strategic Framework for Sustainable Development cooperation agreement.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

Phat Dat's strategy to successfully acquire new real estate projects

Kusto Group diversifies its business in Vietnam

Property August 18, 2022 | 18:07

Phat Dat's strategy to successfully acquire new real estate projects

Bui Quang Anh Vu shared his feelings and enthusiasm about the journey he has experienced, as well as the future of Phat Dat's real estate developments.

Property August 18, 2022 | 15:57

Kusto Group diversifies its business in Vietnam

Yerkin Tatishev, founder and chairman of Kusto Group, has just finished a 10-day visit to Vietnam.

Green Buildings April 13, 2022 | 14:42

IFC subscribes to $44 million bond to promote green housing

On April 12, International Financial Corporation announced it had subscribed to a roughly $44 million bond to be issued by Nam Long Investment Corporation.

Industrial Properties August 16, 2022 | 15:55

Vietlog Industrial breaks ground on flagship warehouse in Hung Yen

Vietlog Industrial on August 16 announced the groundbreaking of its newest project – VLI Hung Yen.

Money

Insurance Smart Payment Trends Stock Monitor

Banks should tighten assessment control of their corporate bonds investments: experts

Home Credit invests VND200 billion into Buy Now Pay Later service

Money August 18, 2022 | 20:48

Banks should tighten assessment control of their corporate bonds investments: experts

Banks must tighten their assessment control of corporate bond investments to avoid excessive risk and the misuse of funds raised by firms, experts said.

Money August 17, 2022 | 15:42

Home Credit invests VND200 billion into Buy Now Pay Later service

Home PayLater – a digital financial product with a VND200 billion ($8.7 million) investment – is set to enhance the convenience of consumers’ online shopping experiences.

Insurance August 17, 2022 | 23:13

Generali Vietnam launches education-focused insurance solution

On August 16, Italian-backed life insurer Generali Vietnam announced its VITA – For our Children, the very first education-focused solution in the market.

Insurance August 12, 2022 | 17:05

Generali Vietnam shining at the Insurance Asia Awards 2022

Italian-backed life insurer Generali Vietnam was honoured in the Marketing Initiative of the Year category at the Insurance Asia Awards 2022.

Smart Payment Trends August 08, 2022 | 09:46

Eco-friendly payment initiative launched by Visa

Digital payment giant Visa is boosting its contribution to promoting the prosperity of Vietnam towards sustainable development and a digital economy.

Smart Payment Trends August 04, 2022 | 16:57

Visa paving the way to an inclusive digital economy

Visa is empowering innovation in Vietnam, supporting consumers and businesses towards a digital economy.

Infographics

Infographics August 06, 2022 | 14:04

Vietnam’s overseas investment nears 358.76 million USD in first 7 months

In the first seven months of this year, Vietnam’s total investment abroad neared 358.76 million USD, or about 63 percent against the figure in the same period of 2021.

Infographics July 23, 2022 | 14:56

Top 10 hospitable tourist destinations in Vietnam in 2022

Vietnam's tourism sector officially entered the recovery stage after a long hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Acknowledging an increase in demand of search for destinations, US-based online booking travel agency Booking.com announced top 10 most hospitable tourist destinations in Vietnam in 2022.

Timeout

Travel Hotels & Restaurants The Insider Entertainment Lifestyle

Timeout August 18, 2022 | 22:38

Da Lat listed among world’s best places for binge-worthy dating by Booking.com

Dutch online travel agency Booking.com has included Da Lat resort city in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong, often referred to as "City of Love", among the world's six places for the summer’s binge-worthy dating shows.

Timeout August 17, 2022 | 17:12

Vietnam Airlines resumes, increases frequency of several flights in September

The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will resume flights connecting the central city of Da Nang with Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur and Thailand’s Bangkok from September 1 and September 15, respectively, the carrier has announced.

Timeout August 15, 2022 | 15:42

Vietnam Airlines launches PressReader for in-flight reading

Since August 15, passengers of Vietnam Airlines can enjoy Vietnamese and international publications through its new free service, PressReader.

Timeout August 10, 2022 | 15:14

Outbound tours to Europe rocked by passport tangle

A number of Vietnamese outbound travel companies have already been affected by the decision of some European nations to not recognise Vietnam’s new passports.

Hotels & Restaurants August 10, 2022 | 13:49

Gusto Thai Restaurant earns second Thai SELECT award

For the second year in a row, Gusto Thai Restaurant has been honoured with the Thai SELECT award.

The Insider July 06, 2022 | 11:15

Diversifying career opportunities for ethnic minority youths

Implementing vocational training programmes for young people in minority ethnic groups is an effective solution to improve their livelihoods.

Lifestyle August 01, 2022 | 12:37

AEON Vietnam kicks off AEON Ekiden 2022 in Hanoi

On July 31, AEON Vietnam launched the relay race series AEON Ekiden to coincide with the Vietnam-Japan cultural festival at AEON Ha Dong.

Entertainment August 12, 2022 | 16:53

Miss World 2021 to attend finale of Miss World Vietnam 2022

Miss World 2021 Karolina Bielawska will be present at the finale of Miss World Vietnam 2022, scheduled to take place in Quy Nhon city, the central province of Binh Dinh, on August 12 evening.

Videos

Cashless payments the way of the future for Vietnam

The Travel website suggests things to do in ancient Hoi An

Session 2: Opportunities and challenges for new investment channels

Session 1: Identify opportunities in traditional investment channels

Video clip launched to promote Vietnamese tourism

Talk show "Innovative Funds for Blockchain Startups"

Live: Talk show the path to smart factories in Vietnam

Live: Talk show "Innovative Solutions & Substitutes for Single-use Plastic towards Green Consumption"

Live: Talk show to discuss solutions on reducing plastics in retail and services

Vietnam approves strategy on foreign investment cooperation

Vietnam nominated in 10 categories at World Travel Awards 2022

Sports

FOTA Djinn Guild

Djinn Guild August 17, 2022 | 14:06

FOTA and Djinn join the Thailand Play-2-Earn Expo

FOTA and Djinn have taken part in the Play-2-Earn Expo with the most recent data and gaming experiences using Mixed Reality technology.

Sports August 15, 2022 | 16:56

Roma squeeze past Salernitana, Immobile fires Lazio to Bologna win

Roma began their Serie A campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 win at Salernitana on Sunday, while Ciro Immobile shot Lazio to a comeback 2-1 win over Bologna.

Sports August 15, 2022 | 16:42

Alaba free-kick gives Real Madrid win to start title defence

David Alaba scored with a stunning free-kick immediately after coming on as a substitute as reigning champions Real Madrid came from behind to beat Almeria 2-1 in their opening game of the season in La Liga on Sunday.

Sports August 15, 2022 | 10:00

Man Utd battered by Brentford as Man City, Arsenal maintain perfect start

Manchester United suffered an embarrassing 4-0 thrashing by Brentford to sink to the bottom of the Premier League on Saturday, while Manchester City went top as the champions rolled over Bournemouth 4-0.

Photos

Photos August 17, 2022 | 17:30

Hanoi greening urban roads

Together with contributing to the implementation of the Government’s target to plant 1 billion trees during the 2021-25 period, Hanoi is stepping up tree planting along urban roads and aims to plant up to 250,000 this year.

Photos August 02, 2022 | 22:25

Market session of mountainous region re-enacted in Hanoi

The Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Dong Mo, Son Tay of Hanoi regularly holds a market session for the mountainous region on weekends, which is a draw to visitors at home and abroad.

Photos July 26, 2022 | 09:52

Khanh Hoa - Phu Yen route: View from above

Dai Lanh lighthouse, Xuan Dai bay and Diep Son island in Khanh Hoa and Phu Yen provinces emerge majestically under the lens of Vietnamese travel blogger Ngo Tran Hai Anh. Most of the photos were taken by a drone to get wide-angle shots from a bird-eye view.

Photos July 23, 2022 | 15:03

Co Loa Citadel offers glimpse into past

Co Loa Citadel, 20km north of Hanoi, appears to be the oldest such structure in Southeast Asia. The citadel was built under the reign of King An Duong Vuong (around the 2nd century BC). Its name "Co Loa" is derived from the Sino-Vietnamese for "old spiral" as the structure is built in a spiral shape.

Photos July 08, 2022 | 16:26

Exploring Kieu Cave in Quang Binh province

The central province of Quang Binh, dubbed the “Kingdom of Caves”, has thrilled visitors with jaw-dropping caves such as Tu Lan and Ca Loi. The majestic beauty of the newly-opened Kieu Cave will also leave visitors in awe.

Society

Swing for the Kids CSR

Official at Gov"t Office arrested for suspected involvement in bribery case

Government offers support to additional 243,000 pandemic-hit labourers

Society August 18, 2022 | 22:31

Official at Gov"t Office arrested for suspected involvement in bribery case

The Investigation Security Agency under the Ministry of Public Security on August 18 arrested Nguyen Tien Than, an official at the Government Office’s department of international relations, to investigate the act of “taking bribes” in line with Article 354 of the Penal Code.

Society August 18, 2022 | 20:54