natural capital is key to greener growth

Natural capital is key to greener growth

The role of nature in green growth cannot be ignored, and incorporating natural capital considerations into the economic growth strategies of developing countries is essential for protecting the environment.
prejudices hold back garment investment

Prejudices hold back garment investment

The garment and textile industry is experiencing an imbalance in production, especially in the dyeing and weaving stages, as many localities are now refusing to host these projects due to environmental concerns.
emirates elevating aviation excellence and supporting tourism growth

Emirates elevating aviation excellence and supporting tourism growth

After a decade of operations in Vietnam, Emirates plays a pivotal role in supporting the country’s aviation and tourism development with strategic initiatives that align with its broader goals. In an interview with VIR's Thanh Van, Majid Al Falasi, Emirates’ country manager in Vietnam, shared insights into how the airline maintains its competitive edge, and describes its contributions to the country's tourism.
potential is there for hydrogen alternative

Potential is there for hydrogen alternative

Although Vietnam’s green hydrogen market remains at its early stages, there have been some developments to unlock it. Markus Bissel, project director of the International Hydrogen Ramp-up Programme from GIZ Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Van with an overview of Vietnam’s green hydrogen market.
driving aseans supply chains through connectivity

Driving ASEAN’s supply chains through connectivity

The ASEAN region’s supply chains are being driven through both connectivity and sustainability. Leong Yung Chee, head of Group Corporate Banking at UOB, gave VIR’s Hanh Vy his insights on capturing connectivity flows and the various opportunities available in fast-growing trade corridors in Vietnam.
private investment in railway industry yet to shine

Private investment in railway industry yet to shine

Vietnam’s railway industry is waiting for legal improvements to increase its attraction. Tran Thien Canh, director of the Vietnam Railway Authority, talked to VIR’s Tung Anh about the prospects for the sector in this country.
world bank forecasts vietnams economy to grow by 61 per cent in 2024

World Bank forecasts Vietnam’s economy to grow by 6.1 per cent in 2024

Vietnam’s economy is forecast to grow by 6.1 per cent in 2024, rising to 6.5 per cent in 2025–2026, according to a report by the World Bank issued on August 26.
sabeco joins pro vietnam to strengthen social responsibilities commitment

SABECO joins PRO Vietnam to strengthen social responsibilities commitment

SABECO is acting on urgent environmental issues and undertaking green transition to replenish vital national resources and ensure sustainable business growth.
shb accompanies foreign invested enterprises with separate policies

SHB accompanies foreign-invested enterprises with separate policies

Saigon-Hanoi Commercial Joint-Stock Bank (SHB) is committed to creating the ideal environment for foreign-invested enterprises to scale up their operations in Vietnam.
germany backs vietnam in energy grid development

Germany backs Vietnam in energy grid development

In July, the government issued a ruling on direct power purchase agreements (DPPAs). Dr. Oliver Massmann, partner and general director of consulting firm Duane Morris Vietnam LLC, spoke with VIR’s Khoi Nguyen about how the move will impact the energy sector in Vietnam, especially when it comes to German investors.
logistics competiton the story of globalisation and multilateralisation

Logistics competiton: the story of globalisation and multilateralisation

In the trend of strong globalisation, Vietnamese logistics businesses are in strong competition with foreign rivals. Le Duy Hiep, former chairman of the Vietnam Logistics Business Association, discussed with VIR’s Bich Thuy the story of these rivalries and future investment trends.
a fresh space for vietnamese singaporean businesses

A fresh space for Vietnamese-Singaporean businesses

New opportunities are coming for businesses and investors of Vietnam and Singapore in the areas such as carbon credits, renewable energy, and the digital economy. Kenneth Loh, vice president of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce’s Hanoi office, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about what lies ahead.
cooperation elevation bodes well for india vietnam investing

Cooperation elevation bodes well for India-Vietnam investing

Vietnam and India have agreed to strengthen the comprehensive strategic partnership, marking a new phase of development between the two countries. Dr. Madan Mohan Sethi, consul general of India in Ho Chi Minh City, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Van about the potential collaboration between the two countries.
cmc corporation a pioneer in ai transformation

CMC Corporation: a pioneer in AI transformation

CMC Corporation is at the forefront of AI transformation in Vietnam, with the ambition to become a global digital company. Nguyen Trung Chinh, chairman of the Board of Directors, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about the company’s strategic priorities and future vision.
acc and partners to build integrated healthcare system

ACC and partners to build integrated healthcare system

Inaugurating a larger-space chiropractic clinic in Hanoi, ACC and FV Hospital are set to further improve the treating of musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Rabie Sleiman, general director and medical director of ACC Chiropractic Clinic, and Pham Thi Thanh Mai, COO of FV Hospital, spoke to VIR’s Ngan Thuy about the plans to enable Vietnam’s healthcare industry to approach international standards.