28-02-2024 10:23
The health sector had a busy 2023, with many important foundations laid to strengthen the quality, resilience, and sustainability into the future.
28-02-2024 09:30
Building full infrastructure for bancassurance is vital to improve the customer experience. Le Hoai An, a banking consultant and trainer at Integrated Financial Solutions, talked with VIR’s Hong Dung about the new regulations on bancassurance operations in Vietnam.
14-02-2024 22:58
Unilever’s journey of more than 100 years of global development and nearly 30 years in the Vietnamese market has left impressive achievements in sustainable business, worthy of the position of top global sustainable development enterprise.
14-02-2024 22:49
HEINEKEN Vietnam has made remarkable progress towards realising the company’s sustainability ambitions after a challenging couple of years.
07-02-2024 21:43
Mekong Capital is making a deeper foray into sustainability. Ellen Van, the fund’s investment principal, spoke to VIR’s Linh Le about how it assesses and manages risks, and the importance of authenticity in its sustainability endeavours.
01-02-2024 17:06
Ho Chi Minh City is choosing green growth as its future development strategy, seeking funding for almost 30 priority projects to help achieve economic prosperity and environmental sustainability.
26-01-2024 18:11
More than 300 businesses met at the first session of the Vietnam Industrial Real Estate Association (VIREA) held on January 18 to discuss solutions for developing industrial real estate, as well as topics related to the organisation and its operational regulations.
16-01-2024 11:03
The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act mandates responsible supply chain management for German companies, influencing EU-Asian trade and advising Vietnamese businesses and authorities to align with global sustainability standards. Prof. Andreas Stoffers, country director of FNF Vietnam, and Huyen Nhu Lanh, project coordinator at the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam (AHK Vietnam), discussed with VIR’s Luu Huong the various opportunities and challenges posed by the new law in Vietnam.
11-01-2024 10:00
Amid a dynamic global landscape, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) in June this year set a new paradigm in corporate reporting by unveiling a set of standards guiding the global disclosure of sustainable development information. This move not only cements a critical milestone in the uniformity of global sustainable development information, but also potentially holds the key for Vietnamese enterprises striving to comply with international reporting standards to unlock access to the global capital market.
03-01-2024 10:37
Vietnam’s financial sector is increasingly embracing sustainability practices, although challenges like the need for a comprehensive legal framework, skilled personnel, and enhanced data management remain areas for improvement.
02-01-2024 09:00
Boosting Vietnam’s presence in the global tourism and hospitality sector requires critical approaches. Streamlining visa processes and providing visa-on-arrival choices for select nations might entice more tourists to discover Vietnam. Highlighting genuineness, sustainability, ease of access, and robust promotional campaigns can elevate Vietnam’s standing in global tourism, setting it apart from neighbouring destinations.
01-01-2024 14:00
Paying great attention to sustainability, Saravoot Yoovidhya, CEO of TCP Group, spoke with VIR’s Hara Nguyen about the firm’s commitment to the local market and initiatives to drive sustainable business growth and caring in the community.
23-12-2023 12:20
In mid-December, Bosch Vietnam, in collaboration with Tona Syntegra Solar Company, celebrated the inauguration of a 1,540kWp Solar Power System at the Bosch Plant (HcP). This event represents a major step for HcP in its transition to green energy for production, aligning with the Bosch Group's commitment to sustainability.
22-12-2023 11:32
After COP28, a resounding call for urgent climate action echoed through the halls of global discourse. The urgency to address climate change emphasises the critical role of sustainability reporting in driving meaningful change.
21-12-2023 19:32
Staying committed to Brewing a Better Vietnam, HEINEKEN Vietnam has made remarkable progress towards realising the company’s sustainability ambitions in a challenging 2023.