citi supports vietnams climate action commitment

Citi supports Vietnam’s climate action commitment

On May 10, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and Citi Vietnam signed an MoU to cooperate in their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) agenda towards the net zero target of the nation.
citi furthers its leadership in digitalisation and innovation in vietnam

Citi furthers its leadership in digitalisation and innovation in Vietnam

Vietnam is one of the most dynamic emerging countries in Asia. Economic reforms since 1986 have helped transform it from an underdeveloped nation to a middle-income economy, and foreign direct investment has increasingly flowed into Vietnam’s manufacturing sector. Vietnam is now a leading production centre in Asia for the world, and has great potential and the necessary infrastructure for further development.
belt roads around big cities to drive economic development

Belt roads around big cities to drive economic development

With breakthrough mechanisms and flexible policies, inter-regional transport projects – like belt roads No.3 in Ho Chi Minh City and No.4 in Hanoi – are expected to be the driving force for the economic development of the country.
provincial trio topping pci rankings

Provincial trio topping PCI rankings

Despite the remarkable improvement of Vietnam’s cities and provinces to enhance competitiveness, many issues are remaining for them to lure in more investment.
paying closer attention to low carbon emitting groups

Paying closer attention to low carbon-emitting groups

Paying attention to reducing greenhouse gases will be an urgent requirement for enterprises in Vietnam, in the context that the government is eager to issue policies to realise the commitment to reach net zero. In March 2021, the Politburo and the National Assembly reaffirmed Vietnam’s desire to become not only a more modern, industrialised economy, but also a key part of the global supply chain, and to get more of its working citizens firmly in the middle-income bracket.
provinces switched prime ranks in the pcis top ten of last year

Provinces switched prime ranks in the PCI's top ten of last year

While cities and provinces like Haiphong, Vinh Phuc, Bac Ninh, Thua Thien-Hue, and Ba Ria-Vung Tau climbed into the top ten of the Provincial Competitiveness Index 2021 (PCI) thanks to many improvements, Long An, Vinh Long, and Ben Tre have been kicked off the list.
lai chau holds first marathon on pavi ancient stone road

Lai Chau holds first marathon on Pavi ancient stone road

Up to 88 professional athletes from provinces and cities across the country, and Japan took part in a marathon on Pavi ancient stone road which ended on April 24 in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau.
seagate deepens sustainable datasphere commitments

Seagate deepens sustainable datasphere commitments

On April 22, Seagate Technology Holdings, a company for mass-data storage infrastructure solutions, pledged to power its global footprint with fully renewable energy by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2040.
manulife vietnam brings the workplace of the future

Manulife Vietnam brings the workplace of the future

Manulife Vietnam has opened the doors to its innovative MClass office in the centre of Hanoi, unveiling an exciting, new, and modern workplace with a unique customer experience.
reforms for social protection system

Reforms for social protection system

On April 20, a consultation workshop in Hanoi co-organised by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Institute for Labour and Social Affairs (ILSSA) concluded that the nation’s social protection system needs further reform and strengthening to realise the goal of providing for all citizens.
thai securities firm advocates increasing investment in vietnam

Thai securities firm advocates increasing investment in Vietnam

The Asia Plus Securities (ASPS) of Thailand has recommended increasing investment in Vietnam, citing the country’s high growth prospects based on its ample local workforce, low minimum wage and steadily rising per capita income, according to the Bangkok Post.
advantech accompanies dong thap on its digital transformation journey

Advantech accompanies Dong Thap on its digital transformation journey

On April 18, Dong Thap Province People's Committee, in collaboration with Advantech Vietnam Technology Co., Ltd. and other leading IoT solution providers, held its first seminar on Digital Solutions for Smart Cities and Smart Manufacturing, followed up by a three-day exhibition of IoT technologies.
citi named among top 50 fies in vietnam

Citi named among top 50 FIEs in Vietnam

Citi was among the winners at the 21st Golden Dragon Awards ceremony that was jointly held by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Vietnam Economic Times magazine in Ho Chi Minh City on April 8.
beta cinemas promoting a billion dollar cinema franchise model in vietnam

Beta Cinemas: Promoting a billion-dollar cinema franchise model in Vietnam

With the desire that everyone can experience quality cinema, Beta Cinemas was born in several provinces, cities, and large urban suburbs, opening a new era for the cinema franchise.
vietnam and germany promote rooftop solar in commercial and industrial sectors

Vietnam and Germany promote rooftop solar in commercial and industrial sectors

The rooftop solar project, implemented by GIZ in tandem with the Ministry of Industry and Trade, focuses on the adaptation of relevant technical regulations, key stakeholder capacities, and technology cooperation, with an aim to ensure the sustainable development of the Vietnamese market.