mekong delta on its way to achieve water food and energy sustainability for all

Mekong Delta on its way to achieve water, food, and energy sustainability for all

On February 28, the Vietnamese government approved the Mekong Delta Integrated Regional Masterplan, the first one of its kind. Dutch Ambassador to Vietnam Elsbeth Akkerman and Paul Bergsma, representative of consultancy firm Royal Haskoning DHV, talked with VIR’s Thanh Tung about the issues and significance of this master plan.
digitalisation placed on asean agenda

Digitalisation placed on ASEAN agenda

With the entire ASEAN just agreeing upon upgrading trade, investment, and digital cooperation as one of the key pillars for boosting intra-bloc ties, Vietnam is offering many opportunities to further develop its digital economy, facilitating economic activities.
exporters endeavouring to avert conflict induced delays

Exporters endeavouring to avert conflict-induced delays

The Russia-Ukraine conflict is tormenting agricultural exporters who have managed to seek out solutions to shun and limit risks caused by disruptions resulting from the escalating situation.
bac a bank deploys swift money transfer feature

Bac A Bank deploys swift money transfer feature

On March 7, Bac A Bank officially launched a new payment method with VietQR code on its mobile app in a bid to provide a more convenient payment solution for users.
eu nations ready to support asean in green development

EU nations ready to support ASEAN in green development

As the European Union and ASEAN strengthen ties via a new biennial trade and investment programme, Vietnam is also closely working with the EU to further cooperation, while the country’s journey to a low-carbon economy is also receiving major assistance from the bloc.
indo pacific strategy heads long term american matters

Indo-Pacific strategy heads long-term American matters

The road for Vietnam and the United States to officially elevate their existing comprehensive partnership to a strategic one is shortening, expected to help both nations to further increase their investment and trade relationship with more favourable mechanisms set to be created.
th group commences construction of foodstuff factory in thai binh

TH Group commences construction of foodstuff factory in Thai Binh

On February 18, TH Group commenced the construction of a foodstuff factory in Quynh Trang commune in the northern province of Thai Binh’s Quynh Phu district, marking an important milestone on the company's journey to bring consumers nutritious and safe products such as fresh milk, vegetables, and drinking water, among many others.
phasing out single use plastic bags

Phasing out single-use plastic bags

Pollution has been mounting in Vietnam with the growing use of nylon bags and plastic products, which must be replaced with more environmentally friendly alternatives while improving consumer awareness.
asean deepens cooperation with a technological tint

ASEAN deepens cooperation with a technological tint

With ASEAN agreeing upon fostering digital cooperation, Vietnam as an active and responsible member of the bloc is beefing up the application of digital technologies and administrative reforms to facilitate trade and investment activities.
resolutions set stage for a recovery

Resolutions set stage for a recovery

The Vietnamese government has been demonstrating its great efforts to recover economic growth, with key measures to ameliorate national competitiveness and create a larger space for businesses to flourish in the new year.
pivotal year ahead for us vietnam ties

Pivotal year ahead for US - Vietnam ties

With Vietnam and the United States expected to further comprehensive ties to a higher level, they are placing focus on beefing up their trade and investment relationship, with a new cooperation framework expected in the future.
friendship with cambodia cemented through visit

Friendship with Cambodia cemented through visit

The Vietnamese state president’s state visit to Cambodia has helped both nations to further their ties. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Quoc Dung talked with VIR’s Thanh Dat about the trip’s important outcomes.
th group nourishing a healthier vietnam

TH Group - Nourishing a healthier Vietnam

Amid the health crisis disrupting lives and business across Vietnam, locally-invested TH Group is launching new products and enhancing community-oriented programmes to support the government in curbing the COVID-19 pandemic.
russia vietnam plans displaying confidence

Russia-Vietnam plans displaying confidence

With Vietnam and Russia vowing to swell their bilateral cooperation in investment and energy via improved policies, investors from both sides will have more opportunities to cultivate their projects in the countries’ respective territories.
unwavering support from japans investors

Unwavering support from Japan’s investors

Vietnam’s trade and investment ties with Japan are witnessing a new chapter for development, with both nations agreeing to further their cooperation in various sectors painted by strong fresh commitments.