CEO Talk

Vietnam still primary investing beneficiary

By Matthew Lourey February 28, 2025 | 10:51

Vietnam continues to be a key destination for international investment and expansion, as demonstrated by the sustained growth in foreign investment throughout 2024 and reinforced by the 49 per cent on-year increase in January.

Foreign investment expansion bodes well for country

By Bich Ngoc February 28, 2025 | 10:40

Vietnam continues to accelerate its efforts to become a premier destination for venture capital and private equity investment. VIR’s Bich Ngoc spoke with Kristine Lauria, director of Operations at Vietnam Private Capital Agency, about the issue.

Quality can shine through in Japanese M&A developments

By Thanh Van February 28, 2025 | 10:05

Japanese dealmakers are eager to step up dealmaking activity across all sectors in Vietnam. Masataka “Sam” Yoshida, head of the Cross-border Division at RECOF Corporation, discussed with VIR’s Thanh Van the performance and prospects of Japanese mergers and acquisitions in Vietnam.

Understanding the key drivers behind healthcare growth in Vietnam

By Bich Thuy February 27, 2025 | 09:00

Southeast Asia stands at a pivotal moment in healthcare development. While the region represents 8.5 per cent of the world’s population, it accounts for only 1.4 per cent of global healthcare expenditure a disparity that signals both challenges and unprec

F&B industry undergoing a positive transformation

By Huong Luu February 07, 2025 | 08:00

Nguyen Thanh Giang, managing director of Tetra Pak Vietnam, talked about an insightful discussion on the state of the food and beverage industry and future consumer trends.

Mastercard at the forefront of Vietnam's new cashless society

By Thanh Van February 04, 2025 | 15:04

Safdar Khan, division president for Southeast Asia at Mastercard, spoke about his company's commitment to transforming Vietnam into a cashless economy.

Great expectations can be achieved through courage

By Nguyen Chi Dung January 29, 2025 | 01:14

The current context is opening up opportunities for Vietnam to transform itself and enter an era of growth and outstanding development. Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung covers the methods to achieve the major goals set for the upcoming period.

Vietnam’s journey to sustainable growth and innovation

By Hoang Anh January 27, 2025 | 07:00

With 30 years of banking and finance experience, Nguyen Thuy Hanh steps into her new role as Standard Chartered’s CEO for Vietnam, bringing her global expertise and deep local understanding to drive the country’s next chapter of sustainable growth and innovation.