smes face barriers to joining global supply chain

SMEs face barriers to joining global supply chain

Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the mechanical sectors face difficulties in joining the supply chain of large-scale manufacturers due to a lack of capital and incentive policies, according to Luu Van Dai, director of Metal Heat Vietnam JSC, speaking at the 2024 Vietnam Global Manufacturing Forum in Hanoi on March 26.
apple google and meta set to face probes under new law source

Apple, Google and Meta set to face probes under new law: source

Apple, Google and Meta are set to face the EU's wrath next week as Brussels prepares to hit the tech giants with probes into potential violations of a landmark law, sources close to the matter said Friday.
ho chi minh city a rising hub for high tech manufacturing

Ho Chi Minh City: a rising hub for high-tech manufacturing

Vietnam is currently one of the most attractive destinations for investors in the semiconductor sector due to advantages such as a large reserve of silica and rare earth metals (used for chip manufacturing), low labour costs, favourable geographical location, and government incentives.
businesses must bravely make bolder moves in order to reach growth goals

Businesses must bravely make bolder moves in order to reach growth goals

Consumer product companies and brands are beginning to regain their footing following several difficult quarters. Praneeth Yendamuri, partner at Bain & Company, Dhruv Vohra, managing director for APAC Global Business Group at Meta, and Sameer Mehta, head for Southeast Asia at DSG Consumer Partners, explain how the macro forces are ripe for long-term growth.
meta vietnams khoi le on the wave of disruptors in vietnam

Meta Vietnam's Khoi Le on the wave of disruptors in Vietnam

The growth of 'insurgent disruptors' in Southeast Asia is reshaping the way businesses operate, and tech firms like Meta are playing a crucial role in helping businesses gain a competitive edge and expand their market. Khoi Le, country director of Meta Vietnam, spoke to VIR's Thanh Van about these new rising stars and their potential impact on the Vietnamese business landscape.
metalex vietnam 2023 is the must see event for metalworking industry

METALEX Vietnam 2023 is the must-see event for metalworking industry

The premium event for global technology suppliers and Vietnamese companies in the metalworking industry, METALEX Vietnam 2023, is scheduled for the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City from October 4-6.
insights into vietnams first ai driven sales season

Insights into Vietnam’s first AI-driven sales season

Shoppers, especially the younger generation, agree that planning ahead financially for the holiday season is more important than ever. 'Mega sales' are acting as catalysts, with their promise of delivering solid bargains, entertainment and their cultural relevance.
vocational training programme supports students to work in germany

Vocational training programme supports students to work in Germany

A graduation ceremony for students of a German standard training programme on metal cutting (MC) was held by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and the General Directorate of Vocational Training in the southern province of Dong Nai on August 30.
coteccons reflects on 19 year journey with binh duong half marathon

Coteccons reflects on 19-year journey with Binh Duong Half Marathon

Amidst a volatile construction landscape, Coteccons' marathon continues unabated, both literally and metaphorically. One might wonder, when a race takes on the essence of a construction company, what fascinating stories might unfold?
the growth of business messaging how its improving business performance in vietnam

The growth of business messaging: how it’s improving business performance in Vietnam

People and businesses have been communicating for years, mainly through face-to-face communication. But technology has changed all of that, including where and how people and businesses communicate. As the world grows more mobile first, people’s expectations of businesses are also evolving.
vietnam leads metas business messaging in the region

Vietnam leads Meta's Business Messaging in the region

Vietnam is one of the key markets for Facebook parent-company Meta to roll out its Business Messaging. Ankur Prasad, global director for Business Messaging Product Marketing at Meta, shared his thoughts with VIR's Thanh Van about the potential of the product in Vietnam.
reported death of the metaverse not a guarantee

Reported “death” of the metaverse not a guarantee

The advent of the metaverse a few years ago was meant to mark the beginning of a new era in social connectivity, transitioning from a mere concept to a tangible shared space that redefines the ways people live, work, and interact. The metaverse can take the form of a fully virtual world, resembling a VR system, or a partially virtual world that integrates AR into real-world contexts.
metas zuckerberg shakes off apple vision pro report

Meta's Zuckerberg shakes off Apple Vision Pro: report

Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday told employees that while Apple's mixed reality gear may be nice, it is not his vision of the future, according to US media reports.
meta on prowl for digital openings

Meta on prowl for digital openings

Seeing Vietnam as a key market in its business strategies, Meta was one of over 50 large US corporations to visit Vietnam on March 21-23. Rafael Frankel, director of Public Policy in Southeast and South Asia for Meta, discussed with VIR’s Bich Thuy its upcoming plans in Vietnam.
largest ever us trade delegation seeks more trade and investment

Largest-ever US trade delegation seeks more trade and investment

Leading enterprises in the United States, such as AES, Meta, SpaceX, VISA, and Boeing are looking forward to expanding business activities and demonstrating America's long-term commitment to Vietnam.