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Accelerating digital economy: The key for inclusive integration in Asia-Pacific
31-07-2021 13:16
Representatives and thought leaders from the government, industry, and academia across the Asia-Pacific joined a virtual conversation on July 29 to explore the multiple facets of the digital economy, from a market, technology, inclusiveness, and sustainability perspective.
Greening your bottom-line for sustainable development
29-07-2021 14:00
Witnessing the world buckling to deal with the environmental pollution has not only changed consumer sentiment but also affected people’s job preferences. While consumers tend to favour green brands, workers are more likely to click "apply" for companies committed to creating long-term values. Greening is not only a trend but also a “must-have” for businesses wishing to attract talent and develop sustainably.
IDS Equity Holdings: Differentiation by combining Japanese and Vietnamese culture
29-07-2021 08:00
IDS Equity Holdings is a pioneer in applying international sustainable development standards across its commercial project portfolio, from hospitality projects to office and serviced residences buildings. Minh Nguyen, deputy CEO of the investment company (a cross-country collaboration between Vietnamese and Japanese corporations) shares the sustainable development goals as the company expands its development projects across Vietnam.
Developing a green bond market is crucial to Vietnam's sustainable development efforts
28-07-2021 14:09
Vietnam was urged by GGGI to develop a robust domestic green bond market as part of the transition to a green economy and addressing the challenges of climate change.
Higher clinker export duty proposed to restrict export of natural resources
26-07-2021 19:13
The export duty on clinker has just been proposed to be doubled from 5 to 10 per cent to reduce the exports of non-renewable natural resources.
Germany to provide €113.56 million of ODA to Vietnam
26-07-2021 10:59
German-Vietnamese relations and joint projects, especially in infrastructure, energy, training, and climate change will receive a substantial boost after negotiations on development cooperation between the two governments.
Building a sustainable world that works for all
21-07-2021 12:20
The demand is growing around the world: for energy, for healthcare, for aviation – even as COVID-19 remains a concern. Growth, of course, is not new; but what is new is our need to meet this demand, while also ensuring these critical sectors are sustainable for the future.
Citi report flags Asia to play leading role in building a sustainable future
20-07-2021 12:37
A new report from Citi revealed that more clients are embracing different areas of finance to meet their environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals.
Tetra Pak named as one of Top 50 Sustainability and Climate leaders
14-07-2021 15:18
A leading food processing and packaging solutions company, Tetra Pak has recently been recognised as one of the world’s 50 Sustainability and Climate Leaders.
Generali updates strategy for climate protection
13-07-2021 18:42
Generali Group’s new strategy on climate change was shared recently with the Board of Directors, chaired by chairman Gabriele Galateri di Genola.
IFC provides $100 million loan to OCB to support SMEs and climate-friendly projects
09-07-2021 23:58
To facilitate greater private sector contribution to green and sustainable growth in Vietnam, International Finance Corporation (IFC) will provide a $100 million long-term loan to Vietnamese lender Orient Commercial Joint Stock Bank (OCB) to expand lending to small- and medium-sized enterprises and boost financing, especially for climate-friendly projects in the country.
Inclusive recovery and improved urban governance in Ho Chi Minh City
30-06-2021 12:07
The World Bank has just approved two development policy operations totaling $321.5 million for Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City to support efforts to improve urban management and promote a recovery that is inclusive, digitally transformative, and sustainable.
New project scales up waste management models in Vietnam
17-06-2021 21:54
The Norwegian Embassy and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have just signed the agreement for a new project on scaling up integrated and inclusive waste management models through empowering the informal sector and fostering the circular economy.
SABIC doubles down on sustainability commitment in chemicals business
17-06-2021 10:25
While targeting to grow into a world leader in the chemicals industry, SABIC has set stringent sustainability criteria for its future growth. Janardhanan Ramanujalu, vice president, regional head, South Asia, Australia and New Zealand, shared with VIR's Kim Oanh the company’s sustainability strategy for the years ahead.
Wind power fuels green growth in Vietnam: IFC
15-06-2021 16:52
With its 3,000km coastline and the flat river deltas of the Red River in the north and the Mekong in the deep south, Vietnam is especially vulnerable to erratic storms, typhoons, flash floods, rising sea levels and coastal erosion - but boasts great potential for wind power energy.
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