region is integrating at speed with outlook on sustainability

Region is integrating at speed with outlook on sustainability

Environmental and sustainability issues have gained significant importance in a wide range of industries and organisations globally. Pulkit Abrol, regional director for Asia-Pacific at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), told VIR’s Nguyen Thu his vision for sustainable development and how to drive positive change.
crucial facets of talent can help companies adapt

Crucial facets of talent can help companies adapt

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) emphasises the role and responsibility of auditors in ensuring professional quality and creating value for businesses. ACCA chief executive Helen Brand covered the company’s role in line with sustainable development goals with VIR’s Vy Vy.
sao do group leans on sustainable development

Sao Do Group leans on sustainable development

The journey towards building eco-friendly industrial parks (IPs) to gradually reduce their carbon footprint is becoming increasingly respected by investors at Nam Dinh Vu IP.
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.
life insurance players seek to rebuild trust

Life insurance players seek to rebuild trust

Vietnam’s life insurance industry, noted for its stringent regulations, should enhance product quality, transparency, and stakeholder balance for sustainable development, industry leaders have urged.
esg standards fit for the country

ESG standards fit for the country

As the world deals with an unpredictable global economic environment, applying environmental, social, and governance aspects into the everyday lives of individuals and business operations is now considered a vital approach that will help sustainable development across a wide range of enterprises, communities, fields, and industries. Here, experts and business leaders offer their say on how the ESG issue affects Vietnam in particular.
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.
esg can help businesses improve their brand image and market position

ESG can help businesses improve their brand image and market position

Nguyen Tu Anh, director of the Centre for Economic Information, Analysis and Forecasting, Central Economic Commission, believes implementing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices makes it easier for businesses to succeed in a world where societal awareness of environmental and community issues is increasing.
hdbank releases 2024 sustainable development report

HDBank releases 2024 Sustainable Development Report

Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank) published its 2024 Sustainable Development Report on May 23, the first of its kind in the banking sector.
green transportation paves path to net zero

Green transportation paves path to net zero

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibilities create competitive advantages and a sustainable development path for business as Vietnam aims to electrify 50 per cent of its public transport by 2030 and 100 per cent by 2050.
esg funding for sustainable growth

ESG funding for sustainable growth

In the landscape of modern business, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have become key factors shaping corporate strategies and investing decisions. Vietnam stands at a crucial juncture where embracing ESG principles is essential for sustainable development and for maintaining competitiveness in the international market.
esg becoming mandatory criteria for sustainable development of business

ESG becoming mandatory criteria for sustainable development of business

Environmental, social, and governance factors are increasingly becoming a prerequisite component in the investment decision-making process of many investors, with an initiative offered by the Ministry of Planning and Investment.
reduction and recycling contribute to effective water stewardship at bat vietnam

Reduction and recycling contribute to effective water stewardship at BAT Vietnam

BAT Vietnam has been focusing on water resource management in its operations and manufacturing towards sustainable development.