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.

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.
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.
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.

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

Foreign e-commerce floors must supplement business licenses before January 1

Foreign-invested e-commerce floors doing business in Vietnam must supplement their business licenses before January 1 next year if they have not provided enough according to regulations.

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.

NovaGroup awarded Best Workplace in Asia 2022 by HR Asia Magazine

On August 11, NovaGroup was honoured to receive the Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2022 award voted by HR Asia Magazine.

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link GE Vietnam Values

Hanoi connects commercial banks with local businesses

Corporate August 16, 2022 | 20:31

Foreign e-commerce floors must supplement business licenses before January 1

Foreign-invested e-commerce floors doing business in Vietnam must supplement their business licenses before January 1 next year if they have not provided enough according to regulations.

Corporate August 16, 2022 | 12:32

Hanoi connects commercial banks with local businesses

More than 100 businesses and 43 investors of industrial clusters and nearly 20 commercial banks participated in a conference on August 15 to connect local firms of Hanoi with commercial banks and the Hanoi Development Investment Fund (HANIF).

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 13, 2022 | 21:24

ACCA and UEH enhance opportunities for Vietnam’s future accountants

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) have inked a cooperation agreement

Investing

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

Gaw Capital to increase its footprint in Southeast Asia

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.

M&A August 16, 2022 | 14:20

Gaw Capital to increase its footprint in Southeast Asia

The pan-Asian private equity firm Gaw Capital is scouring Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, in search of potential investment opportunities.

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

Vietnam able to become new tiger in Asia: economist

Containing the inflation threat and related hazards

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.

Your Consultant August 12, 2022 | 15:46

Containing the inflation threat and related hazards

The current situation confronts Vietnam’s policymakers with the difficult task of balancing the need to provide continued policy support to solidify the recovery with the need to contain emerging inflation and financial risks.

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

Potential energy investors clamour for regulation clarity

Textile and apparel firms increasingly going green

Localisation the key for offshore venture victories

MoIT recommends unfinished wind, solar farms negotiate energy prices

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.

Green Growth August 10, 2022 | 16:29

Potential energy investors clamour for regulation clarity

The lack of an answer for feed-in tariffs and generally available infrastructure is slowing down the prospects of mergers and acquisitions in Vietnam’s renewables arena.

Green Growth August 10, 2022 | 15:12

Textile and apparel firms increasingly going green

Going green increasingly becomes a trend among firms in the textile and apparel sector, with more units bolstering investment into greening production.

Green Growth August 10, 2022 | 14:00

Localisation the key for offshore venture victories

Investors are showing more ambition when it comes to high-quality offshore projects. Riccardo Felici, country manager for renewables consultants OWC Vietnam, told VIR’s Nguyen Thu about the challenges in the energy transition path and lessons for this country in particular.

Green Growth August 09, 2022 | 22:06

MoIT recommends unfinished wind, solar farms negotiate energy prices

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has asked the Prime Minister about the mechanism for ongoing solar power and transitional wind power projects to enjoy the incentive price.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

Vietlog Industrial breaks ground on flagship warehouse in Hung Yen

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.

Highlight August 15, 2022 | 13:30

NovaGroup awarded Best Workplace in Asia 2022 by HR Asia Magazine

On August 11, NovaGroup was honoured to receive the Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2022 award voted by HR Asia Magazine.

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

Seafood producers eye record profit yet face mounting challenges

Money August 16, 2022 | 20:02

Indices pickup on pillar stocks

Benchmark indices settled higher on Monday morning, backed by many large-cap stocks.

Money August 16, 2022 | 08:17

Seafood producers eye record profit yet face mounting challenges

Many seafood producers posted record profits in the second quarter. However, mounting hardships linger in the remainder of the year.

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.

Insurance August 02, 2022 | 18:43

Manulife retains prime MDRT ranking in Vietnam

Manulife Vietnam retained its pole position in the MDRT 2022 rankings, reaffirming the insurer’s commitment.

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 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.

Timeout August 09, 2022 | 22:46

Vietnam among Asia's best places for holiday: Australian travel magazine

Australian magazine Traveller has listed Vietnam among the eight "best places to go in Asia for a holiday."

Timeout August 06, 2022 | 14:46

Da Nang’s tourism promoted in India

A programme introducing Da Nang city’s tourism was held in New Delhi, India on August 4.

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

Djinn Guild FOTA

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.

Sports August 12, 2022 | 17:24

Vietnam reach final of AFF U16 Youth Championships

Vietnam on August 10 beat Thailand 2-0 at the semifinal of the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) U16 Youth Championships 2022, winning a ticket to the final of the tournament in Indonesia on August 12.

Photos

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.

Photos June 16, 2022 | 17:33

Beauty of over 500-year-old tiled-roof bridge in Nam Dinh

The tiled-roof Luong Market Bridge in Hai Anh commune in Hai Hau district is among the most ancient and famous covered bridges in the northern province of Nam Dinh, dating back more than 500 years. It was erected late in the 15th century in an architectural style that features a house on top. It is popular among visitors, especially young people.

Society

CSR Swing for the Kids

Four more vaccines to be included in Expanded Immunisation Programme

Growth forecasts take price risks into account

Society August 16, 2022 | 12:20

Four more vaccines to be included in Expanded Immunisation Programme

Vietnam will use four more vaccines in the Expanded Immunisation Programme for the 2021-2030 period under Resolution No.104 of the Government on the roadmap to increase the diversity of vaccines in the programme signed by Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam on August 15.

Society August 12, 2022 | 15:52