hanoi makes huge leap in global livability ranking

Hanoi makes huge leap in global livability ranking

Hanoi joins Wellington of New Zealand, Auckland of New Zealand, Perth of Australia, and Bucharest of Romania in the top five cities in the world to make the most significant improvements to their overall livability rankings, according to CNN.
vietnam heads regional ma bounce

Vietnam heads regional M&A bounce

The end of 2023 is forecast to be an exciting time for mergers and acquisitions in the real estate sector, which is set to help domestic enterprises lower their debt repayment pressures.
hanoi reserves resources for improving quality of peoples life

Hanoi reserves resources for improving quality of people’s life

With a population of about 10 million people, Hanoi is one of the most populous cities in the country, therefore the capital always faces many social issues, including security and order, employment, and social evils, among others.
from aspiration to reality for pdp8

From aspiration to reality for PDP8

Weeks after the Vietnamese prime minister approved the national power development plan for 2021-2030 (PDP8), Hanoi and other major northern cities of Vietnam experienced serious electricity supply crunch. The PDP8, which will shape the country’s power development in the next decade, would be a good start to find a solution. Ngoc Nguyen, counsel at Hogan Lovells International LLP, explores the aspirational development goals set by the government and how to resolve the situation.
visa joins vietnams 5th cashless day celebration

Visa joins Vietnam’s 5th Cashless Day celebration

Visa has announced its support for Vietnam’s annual Cashless Day with a slew of exciting promotions. The initiative strengthens Visa’s commitment to promoting digital payment adoption and encouraging the digital transformation of Vietnam towards a cashless society.
a strengthened position for supply chain ecosystems

A strengthened position for supply chain ecosystems

Regional supply chain shifts are underway. Ramachandran a.s., Citi country officer for Vietnam, shared his views with Hoang Anh on how Vietnam can take ad-vantage of this for further economic development.
financeasia names citi best sustainable bank in vietnam

FinanceAsia names Citi Best Sustainable Bank in Vietnam

Citi has been recognised by FinanceAsia, the region's premier capital markets publication, for sustainability work in the country and commitment to partnering with clients.
ishcmc celebrates 30 years with launch of new student grant programme

ISHCMC celebrates 30 years with launch of new Student Grant Programme

In celebration of 30years of providing exceptional education, the International School of Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) has proudly announced the launch of its 30 Year Grant, designed to recognise and support students who exhibit exceptional talent, determination, and potential.
citi asia is a time machine to the future

Citi: Asia is a time machine to the future

Citi has explored how Asia acts as a time machine that can transport other regions into a new world of commerce, entertainment, and healthcare. The investment bank estimates Asia adopts new technologies 8–12 years ahead of the West, making the region a time machine to the future.
nestle vietnam supports staff in disadvantaged circumstances

Nestlé Vietnam supports staff in disadvantaged circumstances

In response to Workers' Month 2023, Nestlé Vietnam has granted thousands of gifts to disadvantaged employees in some provinces and cities across the country.
vietnam releases technical guidance for urban bicycle facilities

Vietnam releases technical guidance for urban bicycle facilities

A guide for urban bicycle facilities is anticipated to help create safer, greener, and more habitable cities in Vietnam.
indian conglomerate adani group commits 10 billion to propel expansion in vietnam

Indian conglomerate Adani Group commits $10 billion to propel expansion in Vietnam

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a formal meeting with the CEO of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone - a prominent subsidiary of India's Adani Group – Karan Adani on May 24. This high-level encounter shed light on compelling investment opportunities and potential collaborations, signalling an exciting chapter of economic growth for both nations.
citizen protection work conducted after road accident in china

Citizen protection work conducted after road accident in China

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on May 20 said that nine persons carrying Vietnamese identification papers are among 11 victims killed during a severe road accident in Jingxi city, China's Guangxi , at 6:30 am on May 19, citing reports from the Consulate General of Vietnam in China’s Nanning city.
a new era for cloud services investment in asean

A new era for cloud services investment in ASEAN

The public sector in ASEAN countries is increasingly embracing the digital evolution, with bold steps to migrate to the cloud to stay agile and deliver innovative citizen services.
vietnam is one of the most attractive destinations for asia to asia investment flows

Vietnam is one of the most attractive destinations for Asia-to-Asia investment flows

Citi's newly appointed Asia-Pacific head of Global Network Banking (GNB) Stella Choe shared her views on Vietnam with VIR and why the country is a key market for Citi globally.