eu businesses leading circularity action

EU businesses - Leading circularity action

Sustainable development is a core principle of the European Union and a priority objective for the EU’s internal and external policies. Alexander Koch, chairman of the Dutch Business Association Vietnam (DBAV), writes about the circular economy among EU businesses and the EU-Vietnam cooperation in the field.
astrazeneca pioneering sustainability across full span of global pharma operations

AstraZeneca - Pioneering sustainability across full span of global pharma operations

With strong commitments and efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions globally, AstraZeneca is pioneering the Net-Zero Corporate Standard of the new Science Based Targets initiative in the pharmaceutical industry. Nitin Kapoor, chairman and general director of AstraZeneca Vietnam, discussed with Thuy Nguyen the company’s sustainable development strategy and its contribution to the sustainable growth of healthcare in Vietnam.
nestle vietnam honoured as most sustainable enterprise in vietnam

Nestlé Vietnam honoured as most sustainable enterprise in Vietnam

The Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD) of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) has just voted Nestlé Vietnam as the most sustainable enterprise in Vietnam in 2021 in the manufacturing sector.
cp vietnam in top 10 sustainable enterprises of vietnam 2021 for second year

C.P. Vietnam in Top 10 Sustainable Enterprises of Vietnam 2021 for second year

Thailand’s C.P. Vietnam was named among the top 10 most sustainable companies in the country at the Sustainable Companies Vietnam 2021 award ceremony last week, which was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam and representatives from ministries and leaders of relevant localities.
dksh vietnam building up sustainability across people and strategic growth initiatives

DKSH Vietnam building up sustainability across people and strategic growth initiatives

DKSH has achieved significant improvements in transportation and energy efficiency to promote sustainable development in 2020. Head country management of DKSH Vietnam Jorge Martin-Martinez discussed with Tung Anh the key to the company’s success and the future targets ahead.
applying green growth experiences from japan

Applying green growth experiences from Japan

With advanced technologies and progressive policies, Japan is fuelling a historic sustainable energy revolution. Takeo Nakajima, chief representative of the Hanoi Office of the Japan External Trade Organization and vice chairman of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam, discussed with Bich Thuy Japan’s sustainable development drive and how Japanese companies contribute to green growth efforts in Vietnam.
green production the key to sustainable development puzzle at masan high tech materials

Green production - The key to sustainable development puzzle at Masan High-Tech Materials

Green manufacturing is emerging as a “lever” for enterprises to achieve sustainable growth, enhance competitiveness, and gain the trust of customers and partners by making a real difference. Masan High-Tech Materials, a member of Masan Group, has been continuously implementing green manufacturing practices and sustainable development goals to build stable and sustainable communities across Vietnam.
belgian know how to come to grips with saline intrusion in mekong delta

Belgian know-how to come to grips with saline intrusion in Mekong Delta

Each year, saline intrusion becomes a larger problem for the Mekong Delta – and it is now reaching critical levels threatening the sustainable development of Vietnam’s food basket. The crisis requires a long-term strategy with a desalination system in place to help replenish exhausted ecological resources. Company Smart Universal Logistics (SUL) is now testing several systems to keep the good water cheap and affordable of the farmers.
singapore far sighted planning to offset renewable resource limitations

Singapore - Far-sighted planning to offset renewable resource limitations

While Singapore is famous for green growth and sustainable development, it still faces unique constraints in achieving net-zero emissions. Tan Min Yi, a spokesperson for Singapore’s Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, talked with Bich Thuy about the sustainability solutions Singapore is rolling out.
coca cola making a difference for a greener vietnam

Coca-Cola - Making a difference for a greener Vietnam

Understanding that a business can only thrive when its employees and local communities thrive together, Coca-Cola is heavily investing in sustainable development in Vietnam. Integrating business with positive impacts where it counts the most, the total beverage company has been unwavering in its initiatives to support the economy and local people’s cultural lives.
tcpvn creating sustainable values and positive energy for all vietnam

TCPVN - Creating sustainable values and positive energy for all Vietnam

TCPVN Co., Ltd. is dedicated to bringing long-term values to society while sowing the seeds of compassion and sharing positive energy with communities across the country to promote sustainable development.
for a sustainable future through education

For a sustainable future through education

Belgian-Flemish organisation VVOB has made significant contributions to promoting sustainable development through education. Country programmes manager at VVOB in Vietnam Karolina Rutkowska shared with Thanh Van the organisation’s vision and action plan to help Vietnam achieve quality education for all.
forum fosters sub regional development in line with asean community building

Forum fosters sub-regional development in line with ASEAN community building

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended Vietnam-initiated ASEAN high-level forum on sub-regional cooperation for sustainable development and inclusive growth held in both in-person and virtual forms on November 30.
pressure on to develop feed materials

Pressure on to develop feed materials

Struggling with the sharp increase in the price of animal feed materials, the husbandry industry has a headache figuring out solutions for long-term, sustainable development.
vietnam encourages private investment in sustainable healthcare development

Vietnam encourages private investment in sustainable healthcare development

The Vietnamese healthcare sector has made leaps and bounds towards sustainable development, with further plans to reinforce its focus in this direction. Nguyen Thanh Long, Minister of Health, shared with Bich Thuy the overall journey of the sector and the role of private service providers.