20-03-2024 09:16
As Vietnam plans to commercialise 5G in 2024, necessary conditions must be in place to make it happen. Nguyen Phong Nha, deputy general director of the Authority of Telecommunications under the Ministry of Information and Communications, discussed with VIR’s Thuy Long about the solutions to ensure success.
19-03-2024 17:28
Earlier this month, AkzoNobel inaugurated new production facilities at its Bac Ninh site to bolster its leading position and enhance sustainable manufacturing in the region. Jeff Jirak, managing director of AkzoNobel's Powder Coatings business, and Şirvan Canıtez, regional commercial director of Powder Coatings in South Asia-Pacific, talked to VIR's Linh Le about the company's strategic plans and sustainable works.
18-03-2024 09:00
The economy has yet to fully prosper despite a wide range of measures being taken gearing towards a rebound. Economist Nguyen Tri Hieu talked with VIR’s Nhue Man about the factors behind the current credit environment in Vietnam, the motivation to fuel total aggregate demand, and how to boost credit growth.
15-03-2024 09:29
Representatives of foreign business associations have proposed several solutions to improve the investment and business environment in Ho Chi Minh City at a meeting with municipal officials hosted by the Investment & Trade Promotion Centre of the city on March 14.
14-03-2024 16:55
This year's Paris Olympics will use renewable energy, serve lots of vegetarian meals and heavily restrict plastic bottles, but can an event involving so much construction and international travel ever be environmentally sustainable?
14-03-2024 15:03
Many travel companies and operators are implementing their responsibility to the environment, domestic heritage and community to drive forward sustainable development.
14-03-2024 14:48
Yesterday, the Vietnam Blockchain Association (VBA) organised a Scientific Workshop to Gather Feedback for Constructing the Legal Framework for Managing Virtual Assets, aimed at collecting opinions from entities, organisations, and individuals operating in the field.
14-03-2024 10:05
Vietnam is hoping to emerge as a top market for semiconductor production. Luong Van Nghiep, deputy director of Bac Giang Department of Planning and Investment, told VIR’s Minh Oanh about the northern province’s potential and its strategies to draw in foreign investors in the sector.
14-03-2024 07:30
At an announcement on March 12, US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper revealed the 10th SelectUSA Investment Summit will be held June 23-26 in Washington, DC.
14-03-2024 07:29
IKO Thompson Vietnam signed a land lease agreement with Amata City Ha Long on March 11 to build its factory across three hectares of Song Khoai Industrial Park (IP) in the northern province of Quang Ninh
13-03-2024 14:11
In a discussion with VIR's Celine Luu, Deepa Kuppuswamy, director of security at ManageEngine, highlighted the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the increasing role of women in tech.
13-03-2024 10:25
Despite great efforts to improve the business environment and simplify administrative procedures, there are still many complexities undermining businesses.
12-03-2024 19:06
Piaggio was awarded the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) certification on March 6 in compliance with its alignment with Vietnam Customs standards and practices. VIR’s Bich Ngoc discussed this significant milestone with Gianluca Fiume, general director of Piaggio Vietnam and president of Piaggio Asia-Pacific.
12-03-2024 17:11
A joint venture between China’s Huadian Group and Vietnam’s Minh Quang Technology has proposed the development of a hydrogen production plant in combination with a 1,200 MW wind farm and an 800 MW solar farm in the central province of Quang Tri, with a total investment of nearly $2.4 billion.
12-03-2024 11:58
By constantly bringing breakthrough innovations to market, Siemens Healthineers enable healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care, leading to the best possible outcome for patients. Vy Tran, president of Siemens Healthineers Asia-Pacific and Japan, talked with VIR’s Bich Ngoc about the innovation and collaborations keeping the company in the lead.