lackadaisical lng progress hinders plans

Lackadaisical LNG progress hinders plans

A number of the country’s liquefied natural gas-to-power projects are moving forward at such a snail’s pace that it is threatening the implementation of the nation’s power development plan.
dragon capital launches vietnams first open ended fund with cash dividends for passive income

Dragon Capital launches Vietnam’s first open-ended fund with cash dividends for passive income

DCDE is Vietnam's first open-ended equity fund to distribute cash dividends, offering non-professional investors a passive income option. This strategy combines the advantage of a regular income stream through attractive dividends and long-term capital growth based on the stock market’s ongoing development and performance. Nguyen Sang Loc, portfolio manager at Dragon Capital, discussed with VIR’sPhan Hang the fund's investment approach and risk mitigation strategies in the current volatile market.
tougher defences needed to combat cybercrime

Tougher defences needed to combat cybercrime

The cybersecurity landscape in Vietnam is witnessing a rapid increase in threats, and cybercriminals are exploiting new vulnerabilities at an accelerated pace, necessitating the urgent need for a stronger defence strategy.
mondelez kinh do elevates consumer shopping experience

Mondelez Kinh Do elevates consumer shopping experience

In the rapidly evolving landscape of e-commerce, the number of consumers using online shopping channels is increasing swiftly thanks to the convenience these platforms offer.
pvcombank builds success on aws cloud

PVcomBank builds success on AWS cloud

PVcomBank, one of the fastest growing banks in Vietnam, is building a platform on AWS to deploy advanced technologies to promote innovation, enhance customer satisfaction, and increase operational efficiency. Trinh Vinh Hien, deputy IT director at PVcomBank, and Eric Yeo, country manager at AWS Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Bich Thuy about the partnership and moving forward.
hitachi requests additional 157 million for metro line no1

Hitachi requests additional $157 million for Metro Line No.1

Japanese contractor Hitachi requested additional costs of up to VND4 trillion ($157.2 million) to be reimbursed for the time extended for Metro Line No.1 in Ho Chi Minh City,.
first al movie on domestic violence prevention control to debut

First Al movie on domestic violence prevention, control to debut

Director Pham Vinh Khuong said he is making a short film using artificial intelligence (AI) on the topic of domestic violence, aiming to contribute to educating the community, especially young people, and calling for their efforts to prevent and combat this problem.
investors can take measures to ensure true sustainability

Investors can take measures to ensure true sustainability

Vietnam is enhancing its appeal to both domestic and international investors in line with its long-term green goals. Emily Hamblin, British Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, and Tiong Hooi Ong, partner at PwC Vietnam, shared insights on the prospects and challenges of climate finance with VIR’s Luu Huong.
sembcorp strengthens vsip portfolio in vietnam

Sembcorp strengthens VSIP portfolio in Vietnam

Sembcorp Development, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp), has announced the addition of three Vietnam Singapore Industrial Parks (VSIP) to its portfolio.
shipping costs continue to climb

Shipping costs continue to climb

Rising logistics costs are eroding profits and forcing exporters to freeze orders, as well as revealing inadequacies in the management of foreign shipping companies operating in the waters of Vietnam.
real madrid might stands in way of dortmund fairytale in champions league final

Real Madrid might stands in way of Dortmund fairytale in Champions League final

Borussia Dortmund face the acid test after a fairytale run to Saturday's Champions League final as a star-studded Real Madrid roll into Wembley expecting to be crowned European champions for a 15th time.
mitsubishi materials corporation spends 1345 million acquiring hc starck

Mitsubishi Materials Corporation spends $134.5 million acquiring H.C. Starck

Mitsubishi Materials Corporation will acquire 100 per cent of H.C. Starck Holding (Germany) GmbH from Masan High-Tech Materials Group for an equity purchase price of $134.5 million.
measures taken to stabilise foreign exchange market sbv governor

Measures taken to stabilise foreign exchange market: SBV Governor

Hanoi - Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Nguyen Thi Hong on May 29 said that the central bank is closely following market moves and implementing measures to stabilse exchange rates and foreign exchange market as the Government has directed.
ai models simplifying the teacher student dynamic

AI models simplifying the teacher-student dynamic

Vietnamese edtech startups are embracing investment in AI technology to sharpen their competitive edge, while also being mindful of the various barriers to break down.
mb recognised as best fx bank in vietnam by the asian banker

MB recognised as Best FX Bank in Vietnam by The Asian Banker

Military Commercial Joint-Stock Bank (MB) was honoured to receive the Best FX Bank in Vietnam award at the Business Achievement Awards ceremony held in Hong Kong by The Asian Banker on May 23.