Vietnam Investment Review

Nintendo Switch to be produced by Foxconn in Vietnam

Nintendo Switch consoles will be produced and assembled by Foxconn at a new $263.7 million factory in the northern province of Quang Ninh.

Several Vietnamese banks agree to finance EV purchases

Chinese EV giant BYD has agreed a deal with VPBank, BIDV, and VietinBank to provide financing solutions for its Vietnamese customers.

Phillips mulling an EV factory in Bac Ninh

South Korea's Phillips is considering developing an electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant in Vietnam.

Memorial service held for Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

A memorial ceremony was held at 1pm on July 26 for General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong.
Int’l friends pay last respects to Party General Secretary

Expressing their deep condolences to the Party, State and people of Vietnam, leaders from many countries and international friends came to Hanoi on July 25 to say goodbye forever to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.
Foreign leaders pay last respects to Vietnamese Party chief

High-ranking delegations from Laos, China, Cambodia, Russia, Cuba paid their last respects to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on July 25, expressing their grief for the death of the Vietnamese Party leader.

Lucrative investment opportunities emerge in H2

Over 1,560 delegations bid farewell to Party General Secretary

More condolences sent to Vietnam over Party General Secretary’s death

President To Lam examines preparations for Party chief’s funeral

AI and digital assets offer new investment opportunities

More investment opportunities are set to emerge from technology over the rest of the year.

Appetite for high-growth stocks linked to semiconductors, AI and digital assets

Investors are scouting for high-growth stocks related to semiconductors and AI as well as acquiring digital assets.

Over 5,600 delegations pay final respects to Party General Secretary

More than 5,600 delegations with over 252,000 people formally paid tribute to General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong at the National Funeral Hall in Hanoi

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link Vietnam Values

Corporate July 26, 2024 | 16:46

AI and digital assets offer new investment opportunities

More investment opportunities are set to emerge from technology over the rest of the year.

Corporate July 26, 2024 | 15:00

Airlines strive for greater efficiency

Airlines in Vietnam are striving to solve flight efficiency problems, and carrying out various tactics in order to do so.

CEO Talk July 12, 2024 | 16:33

"The Tao of Coffee" philosophy promoted by CNN

"The Tao of Coffee", a philosophy initiated by coffee firm Trung Nguyen Legend, continues to be promoted globally by CNN.

Biz Link July 27, 2024 | 08:00

Why you should choose Elite Dental Centre as your dental specialist

Elite Dental Centre has proven the choice for customers both at home and abroad.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong

The path to managing cryptoasset landscape

Foreign-invested enterprises turn attention to Vietnam’s domestic market

Investing July 26, 2024 | 16:44

The path to managing cryptoasset landscape

The crypto market has become a significant income source, but the landscape still needs some clearing up in Vietnam. Dr. Nguyen Nhat Minh and Dr. Thai Trung Hieu, lecturers of Blockchain Enabled Business at RMIT University, look at regulations that are required and how they can be achieved.

Investing July 26, 2024 | 16:34

Foreign-invested enterprises turn attention to Vietnam’s domestic market

Foreign-invested enterprises are shifting their focus to Vietnam's lucrative domestic market, driven by its large population and high GDP growth.

M&A July 25, 2024 | 18:48

Oman's VIAC Limited Fund to become shareholder in Van Phu - Invest

With the conversion of bonds into shares, VIAC Limited Fund of the National Investment Commission of Oman is set to become a shareholder in Van Phu - Invest, according to a company announcement on July 24.

Outbound Investment July 17, 2024 | 18:13

VinFast opens first three dealerships in the Philippines

Following its expansion into Indonesia and Thailand earlier this year, VinFast has launched in the Philippines.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC RSM Vietnam D.lion Dentons LuatViet

Recovery challenges ahead for Vietnamese aviation

Seaports booming, but skilled workers still in short supply

Your Consultant July 26, 2024 | 09:00

Recovery challenges ahead for Vietnamese aviation

Vietnam’s aviation industry is on the road to recovery after the pandemic, but still faces challenges amid an economic slowdown and other emerging issues.

Your Consultant July 25, 2024 | 20:00

Seaports booming, but skilled workers still in short supply

Alongside Malaysia and Singapore, Vietnam is in the top three countries in Asia for throughput of goods and transport routes in the region.

KPMG June 25, 2024 | 17:20

F88 optimises operational costs with KPMG

The F88 convenience financial store chain and accounting giant KPMG have signed a deal to optimise the efficiency of F88's 823 nationwide transaction offices.

PwC June 10, 2024 | 11:00

The next generation has what it takes

PwC last week launched its Global NextGen Survey report for Vietnam. Ng Siew Quan, Asia-Pacific Entrepreneurial and Private Business Leader for PwC Singapore; and Hoang Viet Cuong, Partner at Entrepreneurial and Private Business for PwC Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Linh Le the key findings in the report.

RSM Vietnam April 01, 2024 | 09:24

Exciting automotive industry changes must be followed

The automotive and mobility industry is rapidly changing, driven by technological development and evolving consumer preferences. These transformations have given rise to a new era of innovation, where the boundaries of what is possible are being pushed to new heights.

D.lion March 31, 2023 | 19:50

DIGI-TEXX sets the standards in digital and business process outsourcing services

Since its first entry in Vietnam 20 years ago, DIGI-TEXX Vietnam, A German-invested company, has positioned itself as a leading, most trusted tech company offering world-class digitally-based business process outsourcing (BPO) services.

Dentons LuatViet June 06, 2024 | 08:30

EPLegal joins forces with Dentons LuatViet in Vietnam

PLegal, a leading Vietnamese law firm, has joined forces with Dentons LuatViet, enhancing client offerings across Vietnam and the ASEAN region.

Opinion

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical remains committed to safety and stability

So Hasegawa

General director of Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical LLC

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical remains committed to safety and stability

Japan's CADDi invests in Vietnam's fast-growing manufacturing industry

Daisuke Takei

CEO of CADDi Vietnam

Japan's CADDi invests in Vietnam's fast-growing manufacturing industry

Suntory PepsiCo breaks ground on its largest Asia-Pacific plant in Vietnam

Jahanzeb Khan

CEO and general director of Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam

Suntory PepsiCo breaks ground on its largest Asia-Pacific plant in Vietnam

Nam Long Group gears up to capture market

Lucas Ignatius Loh Jen Yuh

CEO, Nam Long Group

Nam Long Group gears up to capture 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

July 08, 2024 | 10:20

AIA leads the charge to healthier, longer, better lives

AIA Vietnam is navigating the promising yet challenging Vietnamese life insurance market under the helm of newly appointed CEO Andrew Loh

January 29, 2024 | 06:00

Innovation for future communities

Official development assistance can act as the playing field for nations. Vietnam is no exception, having benefited from such assistance over the years in the building of many structures and systems up and down the country.

January 24, 2024 | 15:32

SABECO: 2023 journey of community development

By continuously supporting the younger generation to develop its talents, and spending large sums on activities for its staff, SABECO is showing its relentless sustainable development efforts and making positive contributions to the community.

November 17, 2023 | 15:13

Fuelling Vietnam's enterprises with 5G

One of the first Southeast Asian nations to pilot 5G networks, Vietnam is now setting up the path to become home to one of the region’s first 5G-powered smart factories.

November 09, 2023 | 12:35

Igniting creativity: inside Sun Life Vietnam's innovative workspaces

In its mission alongside embracing cultural and artistic expressions, Sun Life Vietnam pays special attention to cultivating creative workspaces to enhance the experiences of its staff, advisor and clients.

Green Growth

Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF

MoIT report addresses offshore wind project concerns

Seminars on livestock biosecurity to be held in Can Tho and Hanoi

Australia's Pure Hydrogen to supply hydrogen fuel for vehicles in Vietnam

Construction begins at BCG's waste-to-energy plant

BASF introduces future of sustainable synthetic leather

Green Growth July 24, 2024 | 19:35

MoIT report addresses offshore wind project concerns

The MoIT has proposed that state-owned enterprises such as EVN, PVN, or the Ministry of Defence should pilot offshore wind power projects.

Green Growth July 24, 2024 | 19:29

Seminars on livestock biosecurity to be held in Can Tho and Hanoi

The MARD and the Embassy of Ireland in Vietnam are to hold seminars on biosecurity in the livestock industry in Can Tho and Hanoi.

Green Growth July 23, 2024 | 19:34

Australia's Pure Hydrogen to supply hydrogen fuel for vehicles in Vietnam

Australian clean energy company Pure Hydrogen Corporation Limited has signed an MoU with the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club to supply hydrogen fuel for vehicles.

Green Growth July 23, 2024 | 10:50

DPPA approval a win for clean energy

The US Department of State’s Bureau of Energy Resources has applauded Vietnam’s direct power purchase agreement.

Green Growth July 22, 2024 | 20:04

Construction begins at BCG's waste-to-energy plant

Bamboo Capital Group has broken ground on a new waste-to-energy plant in Ho Chi Minh City.

Green Growth July 19, 2024 | 19:29

BASF introduces future of sustainable synthetic leather

BASF on July 17 launched Haptex 4.0, an innovative polyurethane solution for the production of synthetic leather.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

Real estate developers pin hopes on eco-IP regulations

Businesses increase wishes for specialised industrial parks

Property July 25, 2024 | 18:00

Real estate developers pin hopes on eco-IP regulations

Industrial real estate developers are waiting for a new law to open the path for developing greener models of industrial parks.

Property July 25, 2024 | 14:52

Businesses increase wishes for specialised industrial parks

Vietnam’s industrial areas must evolve into more specialised types to meet the increasingly diverse needs of multinational tenants.

Green Buildings July 16, 2024 | 14:00

Riverfront Financial Centre a new landmark in Ho Chi Minh City

Riverfront Financial Centre has opened in Ho Chi Minh City, becoming the most modern office building in the city.

Industrial Properties July 25, 2024 | 18:38

SPX and Frasers Property Vietnam open automated sorting centre in Binh Duong

SPX and Frasers Property Vietnam have started work on an automated sorting centre.

Money

Insurance Smart Payment Trends Stock Monitor

Vietnam accelerating towards a cashless society

Money July 26, 2024 | 20:08

Securities firms deliver mixed outcomes

Securities firms witnessed mixed performance in the year to date, with some even counting losses.

Money July 26, 2024 | 17:22

Vietnam accelerating towards a cashless society

For the first time, the Vietnamese legal framework formally defines electronic money. Under Decree No.52/2024/ND-CP, electronic money..

Insurance July 24, 2024 | 19:30

German insurer increases stake in PVI

HDI Global SE acquired three million shares of PVI Corporation on July 17.

Insurance July 12, 2024 | 16:30

PVI Insurance tops market for average labour productivity

PVI Insurance has been named the most reputable insurer in Vietnam for 2024.

Smart Payment Trends July 24, 2024 | 14:16

Visa report shows top scams impacting consumers and businesses globally

Visa released the spring 2024 edition of its Biannual Threats Report on July 24, outlining the top payment threats to consumers and businesses around the world.

Smart Payment Trends June 30, 2024 | 11:25

Visa and VNPAY strengthen partnership to advance contactless payments with VNPAY SoftPOS

Visa is collaborating with VNPAY to enhance contactless payments via VNPAY SoftPOS.

Infographics

Infographics July 15, 2024 | 15:33

Total power capacity by 2030

In Decision No 262/QD-TTg dated April 1, 2024, the Prime Minister approved the implementation plan for the National Power Development Master Plan in the 2021-2030 period with a vision to 2050.

Infographics July 10, 2024 | 16:06

GDP growth reaches 6.42 pc in first half

Vietnam's economy grew by 6.42 pc in the first six months of 2024, slightly lower than the figure of 6.58 pc in the same time of 2022 within the 2020-2024 period.

Timeout

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Timeout July 23, 2024 | 13:22

Hanoi, Da Nang among best places in Southeast Asia for solo travellers

The capital city of Hanoi and the central city of Da Nang have been ranked among the seven best places in Southeast Asia for solo travellers by Lonely Planet.

Timeout July 23, 2024 | 11:05

Lonely Planet gives tips to fully explore Phu Quoc

Going on an island-hopping snorkelling tour, taking the cable car to an amusement park on Hon Thom (Pineapple Island) and visiting Sunset Town are among top activities while travelling Phu Quoc island in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang, recommended Lonely Planet, the travel information website dubbed “the backpacker's blue bible”.

Timeout July 15, 2024 | 17:19

Phu Quoc, Nha Trang among most favourite destinations for Korean tourists

Tourists from the Republic of Korea (RoK) are increasingly interested in destinations in Vietnam, according to a survey conducted by Rankify Korea website.

Timeout July 10, 2024 | 09:11

Cuisine boosted by latest Michelin Guide

The latest Michelin Guide Vietnam has stimulated the food and beverages industry and contributed to boosting demand and bringing the Vietnamese culinary scene closer to international tourists.

Hotels & Restaurants July 19, 2024 | 19:29

Fusion launches flagship Fusion Resort & Villas Danang

Fusion Hotel Group this month will open Fusion Resort & Villas Danang, a luxury beach front property in central Vietnam.

The Insider July 10, 2024 | 09:03

Michelin Guide’s role in stimulating culinary tourism

Vietnam has been rated as having some of the best cuisine in Asia, especially when it comes to street food. Gwendal Poullennec, international director of the Michelin Guide, talked to VIR’s Hoang Oanh about the latest additions to the guide’s list for Vietnam this year and its impact on the country’s culinary culture and tourism.

Lifestyle July 10, 2024 | 09:11

Cuisine boosted by latest Michelin Guide

The latest Michelin Guide Vietnam has stimulated the food and beverages industry and contributed to boosting demand and bringing the Vietnamese culinary scene closer to international tourists.

Entertainment July 19, 2024 | 09:50

Netflix wins subscribers as ad strategy pays off

Netflix on Thursday said it added eight million new subscribers in the second quarter, as the home of hit shows "The Crown" and "Bridgerton" posted its latest financial earnings that exceeded analyst expectations.

Videos

[Talk show] Embracing AI for the Modern Media

VIR talkshow on the green-digital dual transition

Cai Mep listed among world’s 30 largest ports

My Khe on Asia’s most beautiful beach list: Tripadvisor

Three-month FDI inflow into Vietnam up 13.4 per cent

Opportunities from billion-dollar export items

Green energy - A trend in sustainable development

Sustainable Development 2023 conference

Night tour to Hanoi's Temple of Literature officially launched

Vietnam’s overseas investment up 4.6 per cent during nine months

Smart tourism ecosystem being developed

Sports

Sports July 22, 2024 | 09:21

Herbalife Vietnam helps organise send-off ceremony for Olympics-bound athletes

Herbalife Vietnam joined with the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) to organise a send-off ceremony for Vietnamese athletes, coaches, and officers.

Sports July 19, 2024 | 19:28

Nestlé accompanies Vietnamese sports for Paris Olympics

Nestlé Vietnam and its MILO brand on July 17 were announced as co-sponsors for the Vietnamese sports delegation in a send-off ceremony for the Olympics.

Sports July 19, 2024 | 11:33

Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters

Rafael Nadal continued his Olympic preparations with a confident 6-4, 6-4 win over Cameron Norrie at the Bastad Open on Thursday, showing signs of the power hitting that fired him to 14 French Open titles.

Sports July 19, 2024 | 11:24

Manchester United sign 18-year-old French defender Yoro

Manchester United have bought teenage French defender Leny Yoro from Lille, the Premier League club announced on Thursday.

Photos

Photos July 26, 2024 | 10:40

Tens of thousands line up at night to pay respects to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

As the night deepened, more and more people headed toward the National Funeral Hall at No. 5 Tran Thanh Tong in Hanoi on July 25. They stood orderly in lines stretching for kilometers, waiting for their turn to pay respects to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Photos July 25, 2024 | 09:12

National mourning for Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong: Respect-paying ceremony in Hanoi

The respect-paying ceremony of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong is organised in the national mourning etiquette at the National Funeral Hall, No. 5 Tran Thanh Tong, Hanoi, from 7 AM to 10 PM on July 25 and from 7 AM to 1 PM on July 26, 2024.

Photos July 01, 2024 | 18:47

Lego factory on track for end of year

The $1.3 billion Lego factory in the southern province of Binh Duong is expected to be up and running by year-end.

Photos July 01, 2024 | 17:10

Inside BASF Vietnam's new office

BASF Vietnam has relocated its head office to Deutsches Haus Ho Chi Minh City.

Photos May 17, 2024 | 09:23

Dreamy Hanoi during crape myrtle flower season

In the early days of May, many streets around Hanoi are dyed purple by crape myrtle flowers, creating an incredibly romantic and peaceful scene.

Society

Swing for the Kids CSR

International friends bid farewell to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

Society July 26, 2024 | 16:00

Over 5,600 delegations pay final respects to Party General Secretary

More than 5,600 delegations with over 252,000 people formally paid tribute to General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong at the National Funeral Hall in Hanoi

Society July 26, 2024 | 15:54

International friends bid farewell to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

The respect paying ceremony for Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong continued on the morning of July 26 at the National Funeral Hall in Hanoi, with high-level delegations from foreign countries and international organisations paying their last respects and expressing deep condolences.

Swing for the Kids May 14, 2024 | 19:12

Swing for the Kids scholarships delivered to underprivileged students in Ha Tinh

Swing for the Kids scholarships have been given to disadvantaged students in Ha Tinh city.

Swing for the Kids May 14, 2024 | 18:53

Scholarships awarded to students in Nghe An province

Scholarships worth VND100 million ($4,000) from the Swing for the Kids Foundation have been awarded to 100 disadvantaged students in Nghe An province.

CSR July 22, 2024 | 09:21

Herbalife Vietnam helps organise send-off ceremony for Olympics-bound athletes

Herbalife Vietnam joined with the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) to organise a send-off ceremony for Vietnamese athletes, coaches, and officers.

CSR July 18, 2024 | 18:48

Brilliant young music student wins four scholarships to top US universities

With his steadfast commitment to helping underprivileged communities, the sky is the limit for young music scholar Tran Phuc Tin.

World News

Foreign leaders pay last respects to Vietnamese Party chief

Thai PM, Bruneian Princess pay respect to late Vietnamese Party leader

Respect paying ceremony held for Party General Secretary in Cambodia

Indonesia media highlights Party General Secretary’s great role in Vietnam's renewal process

UN Secretary-General, ambassadors pay tribute to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

World News July 26, 2024 | 09:44

Foreign leaders pay last respects to Vietnamese Party chief

High-ranking delegations from Laos, China, Cambodia, Russia, Cuba paid their last respects to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on July 25, expressing their grief for the death of the Vietnamese Party leader.

World News July 26, 2024 | 09:32

Thai PM, Bruneian Princess pay respect to late Vietnamese Party leader

The Vietnamese Embassies in Thailand and Brunei on July 25 began respect-paying ceremony and opened condolence books for General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong.

World News July 26, 2024 | 09:22

Moscow mourns Vietnamese Party chief

A two-day respect paying ceremony began on July 25 morning at the Vietnamese Embassy in Russia to honour Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

World News July 26, 2024 | 09:17

Respect paying ceremony held for Party General Secretary in Cambodia

The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia opened two-day respect paying ceremony along with the condolence book for Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on July 25 morning.

World News July 26, 2024 | 09:00

Indonesia media highlights Party General Secretary’s great role in Vietnam's renewal process

Indonesian news agencies and newspapers have run articles highlighting the great contributions of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong to national construction and development in Vietnam.

Highlight July 25, 2024 | 11:38

UN Secretary-General, ambassadors pay tribute to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

Leaders of the United Nations (UN) and ambassadors of countries to the UN on July 24 paid tribute to General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong at the Permanent Mission of Vietnam to the UN in New York, the US.