balancing digitalisation and greening the economy

Balancing digitalisation and greening the economy

Digitalisation, if not carefully managed, could cause significant damage to sustainable development, so the deployment of new technology must go hand in hand with sustainable development principles.
accountants need not fear ai

Accountants need not fear AI

During a press conference on May 28 at JW Marriott hotel, as part of the Asia-Pacific Dialogue, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) leaders predicted that the integration of AI into the accounting and auditing profession is inevitable.
acca asia pacific dialogue raises conversations on a sustainable future

ACCA Asia Pacific Dialogue raises conversations on a sustainable future

The ACCA Asia Pacific Dialogue 2024 held in Hanoi on May 28-29 aims to foster a platform for innovative thinking and strategic dialogue among key stakeholders in the accounting and finance sector, focusing on sustainable finance, digital transformation, and regulatory developments, reflecting the most pressing trends and challenges in the region.
acca apac dialogue 2024 set for hanoi

ACCA APAC Dialogue 2024 set for Hanoi

The ACCA APAC Dialogue 2024 event (ACCA Asia-Pacific Forum 2024) organised by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) will officially take place on May 28–29 at JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi.
sustainability established through more collaborations

Sustainability established through more collaborations

Vietnam’s sustainable development ambitions will be helped along through an international trade event taking place in Hanoi this week, aiming to foster regional economic development and sustainability.
a transition worth doing properly

A transition worth doing properly

Accountants are now crucial in managing both digital transformation and environmental sustainability. Pulkit Abrol, regional director for Asia-Pacific, and Chun Wee Chiew, regional lead for Policy and Insights for Asia-Pacific at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), emphasised to VIR’s Linh Le the role of upskilling and robust policies in driving sustainable business practices and tech advancements.
acca report outlines sme agendas for esg

ACCA report outlines SME agendas for ESG

In 2024, the landscape for small and medium-sized enterprises is both promising and challenging. In the heart of Southeast Asia, Vietnam stands at the forefront of economic growth, and has set ambitious growth targets for 2024.
calculated risk needed to ensure public sector resilience

Calculated risk needed to ensure public sector resilience

Amid today's dynamic economic landscape, the imperative of effective risk management is more critical than ever. This holds especially true for countries like Vietnam, where the need for robust risk management processes in the public sector is paramount.
acca partners with vinasme to empower businesses in nghe an province

ACCA partners with VINASME to empower businesses in Nghe An province

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) joined forces with the Vietnam Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (VINASME) on January 13 to organise comprehensive workshops in Vinh city, Nghe An province, a locality near the northernmost part of Vietnam’s north central coastal region.
cop28 accelerating climate action through sustainability reporting

COP28: Accelerating climate action through sustainability reporting

After COP28, a resounding call for urgent climate action echoed through the halls of global discourse. The urgency to address climate change emphasises the critical role of sustainability reporting in driving meaningful change.
khe sanh wind power proposes over 50 per cent foreign stake in quang tri wind farm

Khe Sanh Wind Power proposes over 50 per cent foreign stake in Quang Tri Wind Farm

Quang Tri People's Committee has reportedly received a proposal from Khe Sanh Wind Power JSC, the investor behind the Amaccao Quang Tri 1 Wind Farm project. The communication outlines plans for a significant shift in the company's shareholding structure, with a proposal to transfer a portion of its shares to a newly established Vietnamese company with over 50 per cent foreign ownership.
vietnam shows outstanding q3 growth

Vietnam shows outstanding Q3 growth

Following its recent impressive economic progress, Vietnam has featured in the Global Economic Conditions Survey (GECS) report for the third quarter of 2023 by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Institute of Management Accountants (IMA).
acca vietnam new member ceremony 2023 shaping a brighter financial future

ACCA Vietnam New Member Ceremony 2023: Shaping a brighter financial future

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) held its 2023 New Member Ceremony with the theme Shaping the Future for A Better World in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi on October 19-20.
an accounting vision for a better world

An accounting vision for a better world

On the occasion of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants’ 20th anniversary in Vietnam, chief executive Helen Brand discussed the role of professional accountants in the modern setting and the organisation’s strategic initiatives in the country with VIR’s Linh Le.
acca honoured by mof for contribution to vietnam

ACCA honoured by MoF for contribution to Vietnam

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has received a certificate of merit from the Ministry of Finance for its contributions to the country's development in a ceremony to mark 20 years of operations in Vietnam.