european manufacturers leaning to greener economy

European manufacturers leaning to greener economy

Processing and manufacturing are holding the attention of overseas investors in Vietnam, with new funding expected to come from Europe. Alain Cany, chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about the future of European investment in this area, driven by the country’s climate change commitments.
bamboo airways connects with large partners and promotes international network

Bamboo Airways connects with large partners and promotes international network

Within the event framework in the UK on March 30, Bamboo Airways entered a discussion with many important partners in the European market, thus promoting its presence in Europe.
oil prices stocks higher after eu snubs russia ban

Oil prices, stocks higher after EU snubs Russia ban

Crude prices were higher Friday and stock markets made decent gains after European countries decided against a ban on Russian oil imports over its invasion of Ukraine -- but Germany said it would slash its energy purchases from Moscow.
top technology taking deltas fruit to next level

Top technology taking delta’s fruit to next level

With the increasing demand for preserving agricultural products, especially tropical fruits, of high-quality standard and up to the European Union market’s requirements, Belgian company ICE-LOFT has developed and inaugurated the first model of its smart cold cabin technology.
ecbs lagarde concerned about crypto use to dodge russia sanctions

ECB's Lagarde 'concerned' about crypto use to dodge Russia sanctions

European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde spoke of her concern Tuesday that cryptocurrencies were being used as a loophole to avoid sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine.
oil prices soar on saudi russian supply fears

Oil prices soar on Saudi, Russian supply fears

Oil prices soared Monday as a weekend attack on Saudi facilities and discussions among European Union members over banning Russian crude raised concerns about global supplies.
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.
euro banks offering green solutions

Euro banks offering green solutions

European financial institutions are displaying their optimism about Vietnam’s sustainability path by fostering green financing alternatives, thus empowering the country to fulfil its net-zero carbon emission promise by 2050.
czech koda auto will manufacture cars in quang ninh

Czech Škoda Auto will manufacture cars in Quang Ninh

The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has worked with the Czech Embassy in Vietnam and Škoda Auto on the plan of building an automobile factory in the northern province of Quang Ninh, after which the European carmaker wants to begin exporting its vehicles to other markets.
expanding transparency in eu trade

Expanding transparency in EU trade

The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement and the Investment Protection Agreement are the most ambitious agreements in terms of market access, rules, and values ever concluded by the EU with a developing country. Giorgio Aliberti, Ambassador and Head of Delegation of the European Union to Vietnam, explains how the deals will help complement and deepen the partnership between the EU and Vietnam.
more european companies plan to increase investment in vietnam

More European companies plan to increase investment in Vietnam

European companies ended 2021 optimistically when it comes to Vietnam’s trade and investment environment, with more of them planning to increase their investment in the first quarter of 2022, according to the Business Climate Index (BCI) from the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham).
the rise of tech for a planet friendly and sustainable economy

The rise of tech for a planet-friendly and sustainable economy

Shifting our economy to a sustainable state is the main objective of the 21st century, digital technology can play a part in the programme taking place at the scale of our civilisation.
rising demand for coffee in eu opens doors for increased vietnamese offerings

Rising demand for coffee in EU opens doors for increased Vietnamese offerings

Europeans love their morning coffee – and Vietnam could continue to profit from this habit if domestic exporters make good use of the trade agreement with the EU. However, the competition remains active too, increasing the pressure from markets like Brazil and Southeast Asia, in addition to the seemingly ever-lasting challenges in freight costs.
europe nuclear plants need 500 bn euro investment by 2050 eu commissioner

Europe nuclear plants 'need 500 bn euro investment by 2050': EU commissioner

The European Union will need to invest 500 billion euros ($568 billion) in new generation nuclear power stations from now until 2050, the bloc's internal market commissioner said in an interview published at the weekend.
heralding new options for french investors

Heralding new options for French investors

French investors are remaining one of the biggest European investors in Vietnam heading into 2022. Adam Koulaksezian, executive director of The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (CCIFV), shared with VIR’s Thanh Van about the investment activities of French businesses in 2021 and their upcoming activities in the time to come.