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.
private sector pioneers sustainable development in the mekong delta

Private sector pioneers sustainable development in the Mekong Delta

The Mekong Delta Business Forum was held on April 8 in Can Tho, organised by the Dutch diplomatic mission in Vietnam, in collaboration with the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and the Dutch Business Association Vietnam (DBAV). It provided an opportunity for Vietnamese and Dutch businesses to discuss and expand their operations.
japanese investors circling around greener ventures

Japanese investors circling around greener ventures

Japanese investors are planning to pour more money into renewables and environment-based projects in Vietnam, as part of both nations’ drive to help Vietnam achieve sustainable development.
thuong hieu vu and 31 other vietnamese firms shine at sme100 awards

Thuong Hieu Vu and 31 other Vietnamese firms shine at SME100 Awards

Last year was a tumultuous one for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SME) as they had to meet their objectives. Vu Branding Co., Ltd. (Thuong Hieu Vu) had made it onto the list of the 32 winners of the SME100 Asia Awards for its rapid growth over the last year and its commitment to sustainable development.
holistic strategies to tackle plastic waste sustainably

Holistic strategies to tackle plastic waste sustainably

On March 22, the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD) hosted the final webinar for the pilot project ‘Enhancing plastic packaging collection, sorting, and recycling in Ho Chi Minh City’.
vietnam and unfpa fully committed to sdgs by 2030

Vietnam and UNFPA fully committed to SDGs by 2030

The government confirmed that the interventions and support from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in 2017-2021 substantially contributed to the country's efforts in achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).
eliminating gender stereotypes for sustainable development

Eliminating gender stereotypes for sustainable development

Despite various efforts, inequality is rising across many regional and global spheres. Le Quang Binh, director of the social enterprise ECUE, told VIR’s Hoang Oanh how women in Vietnam can be further empowered in spite of a difficult couple of years for all.
vbcwe offering comprehensive solutions for gender equality in the workplace

VBCWE offering comprehensive solutions for gender equality in the workplace

Implementing a systematic and comprehensive solution for gender equality in the workplace will help businesses improve their policies and working environment, as well as enhance business performance towards sustainable development, according to a top Vietnamese alliance.
raft of deals boost sembcorp standing

Raft of deals boost Sembcorp standing

Singaporean energy and urban development group Sembcorp Industries has signed four agreements with Vietnamese partners to support the country’s energy transition as well as its sustainable development.
building healthier longer better lives the aia vietnam story

Building healthier, longer, better lives – The AIA Vietnam story

AIA continues to strengthen its 22-year foothold in the country. Wayne Besant, CEO of AIA Vietnam, opened up about what the leading insurer has achieved in 2021, as well as the One Billion Initiative that strives towards sustainable development for Vietnamese people.
ceo of scg met with vietnams prime minister

CEO of SCG met with Vietnam's prime minister

SCG president and CEO had a courtesy meeting with the Vietnamese prime minister at the Government Office to seek guidance on the expansion of the second phase of the Long Son Petrochemicals Complex (LSP2) in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province to meet the high demand for green and advanced technologies and sustainable development.
government to support 10000 private businesses for sustainable development

Government to support 10,000 private businesses for sustainable development

A good 10,000 private businesses are to receive support from the government for sustainable development, which is the key target of the programme to support private enterprises in sustainable business development in the next 3-4 years.
vietnam promotes sustainable development among private businesses

Vietnam promotes sustainable development among private businesses

Private businesses are expected to soon receive supporting policies for their sustainable development on the back of the recently-approved government programme for 2022-2025.
slp and glp focus on esg integration

SLP and GLP focus on ESG integration

SEA Logistic Partners (SLP) and its joint venture partner GLP have incorporated strict environmental, social, and governance criteria in their strategies and due diligence to ensure sustainable development across their operations in Vietnam.
strategy issued to boost sustainable agricultural development

Strategy issued to boost sustainable agricultural development

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh has signed a strategy for sustainable development of agriculture and rural areas for 2021 - 2030, with a vision to 2050.