AkzoNobel stays committed to sustainable innovations

AkzoNobel stays committed to sustainable innovations

AkzoNobel delivers sustainable and innovative solutions that customers, communities, and the planet increasingly rely on. VIR’s Etienne Mahler spoke to Maximilien Schréder, regional commercial director for Powder Coatings in South Asia at AkzoNobel, about the company’s sustainability approach and the contribution of its innovations to the greater goal.
Overseas investors chime in on climate change conundrum

Overseas investors chime in on climate change conundrum

As one of the countries increasingly impacted by climate change, Vietnam is accelerating its crucial transition to become a green economy, which opens up new business opportunities for foreign direct investment. Last week’s webinar on Vietnam’s green economy highlighted the opportunities for sustainable investment.
Addressing the popularity of problematic tourist attractions

Addressing the popularity of problematic tourist attractions

A fortnight ago, Hanoi’s famous train street made the news again after it was closed down for tourists. Despite the popularity for people to visit and take photographs, authorities have shut the area in the name of safety. Etienne Mahler talked with Julia Heuser, a German exchange student currently living in Hanoi, about her thoughts on the topic.
Same-sex couple bonds beyond borders

Same-sex couple bonds beyond borders

After travelling halfway around the globe, the young German-Vietnamese same-sex couple Etienne and Thanh will tie the knot in Denmark.
AkzoNobel aiming for inclusive, sustainable growth

AkzoNobel aiming for inclusive, sustainable growth

On July 7 and 8, Michael Friede, chief commercial officer at AkzoNobel, visited some of the company’s manufacturing sites and partners in Vietnam. On this occasion, he spoke to VIR’s Etienne Mahler about the company’s philosophy for holistic, sustainable, and inclusive development in this country.
Closing event of Rethinking Plastics heralds new age of combatting plastic pollution

Closing event of Rethinking Plastics heralds new age of combatting plastic pollution

MoNRE and Expertise France jointly organised the Closing Event of the “Rethinking Plastics" project in Hanoi on June 16.
Bolstering cybersecurity along with the rise of NFT games

Bolstering cybersecurity along with the rise of NFT games

Last Thursday, Vietnam Investment Review hosted the talk show ‘Cybersecurity Issues with NFT Games’, during which the guests not only discussed some of the most daunting questions regarding the security of blockchain games but also gave advice on how to successfully establish a project, as well as what kind of legal framework would be necessary to guide companies and end-users.
VIR talk show discusses cybersecurity issues surrounding NFT Games

VIR talk show discusses cybersecurity issues surrounding NFT Games

On May 19, Vietnam Investment Review will host the talk show Cybersecurity Issues with NFT Games.
Sorting out responsibilities regarding marine and ship waste management

Sorting out responsibilities regarding marine and ship waste management

On April 29, Expertise France and Vinamarine organised the follow-up session for the Complementary Training on Ship Waste Management at Seaports in Ho Chi Minh City.
The blockchain newcomers playing towards the next level

The blockchain newcomers playing towards the next level

Cryptocurrency, blockchain, non-fungible tokens (NFT) – these are terms that are now widely discussed in every major economic sector, including in the entertainment and video game industry. Globally, NFT gaming has received much attention, with Vietnam’s tech-savvy youngsters pioneering some of the most popular products.
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