vietnam can become major semiconductor player

Vietnam can become major semiconductor player

During VinFuture Prize 2023, Dr. Sadasivan Shankar, research technology manager at SLAC National Laboratory and Adjunct Professor in Stanford Materials Science and Engineering, spoke with VIR’s Tuan Minh about his insights into Vietnam’s chances in the semiconductor industry.
ana mandara cam ranh resort spa clinches asean green hotel awards 2024

Ana Mandara Cam Ranh Resort & Spa clinches ASEAN Green Hotel Awards 2024

Ana Mandara Cam Ranh Resort & Spa proudly secured the esteemed "Asean Green Hotel Awards 2024," recognising its commitment to well-planned investments, local culture preservation, and environmental friendliness.
chinas cdh investments eyes a minority stake in bach hoa xanh

China's CDH Investments eyes a minority stake in Bach Hoa Xanh

As reported by Reuters, CDH, one of China's biggest alternative investment firms and also a former Mobile World investor, has emerged as the frontrunner to buy a stake of between 5 and 10 per cent in supermarket chain Bach Hoa Xanh (BHX) after outbidding rivals.
saint gobain promotes sustainable construction in vietnam

Saint-Gobain promotes sustainable construction in Vietnam

Vietnam is promoting sustainable construction as a way to meet its net-zero commitments, but support from stakeholders remains crucial. Benoit Bazin, CEO of Saint-Gobain Group, a major player in the light and sustainable construction materials sector, spoke to VIR's Huong Thuy about the company's strategy to support the country on its journey towards sustainability.
fresh mindset for sustainable groups

Fresh mindset for sustainable groups

The green transition is both pressure and a compelling force for Vietnamese businesses. Trinh Thi Huong, deputy head of the Business Development Department at the Ministry of Planning and Investment, talked to VIR’s Nhat Ha about the dual role of implementing environmental practices and sustainable business models.
the factors to building enduring businesses

The factors to building enduring businesses

Japanese investment in Vietnam has persisted, with a focus on merge and acquisition activities. Masataka “Sam” Yoshida, head of the Cross-border Division of RECOF Corporation, talked with VIR’s Luu Huong how the Year of the Dragon symbolises strength and optimism for Vietnam-Japan relations.
bancassurance changes in the name of sustainability

Bancassurance changes in the name of sustainability

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.
increasing private investment in healthcare a long journey ahead

Increasing private investment in healthcare – A long journey ahead

The healthcare sector has yet to live up to expectations despite efforts to attract investment. Nguyen Thi Lien Huong, Deputy Minister of Health, talked with VIR’s Bich Thuy about the steps needed to make improvements.
partnership will provide eye care innovation for all

Partnership will provide eye-care innovation for all

Advancements in devices and strong partnerships enable Vietnamese people to improve care of their eyes. Mai Thi Viet Ha, business line manager of Ophthalmology Medical Devices and Business Unit Healthcare at DKSH Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Tung Anh about bringing new innovations to the market with strategic partner Alcon.
focused access to funding can ensure stellar growth

Focused access to funding can ensure stellar growth

The Vietnamese economy targets higher growth this year. Wanwisa Vorranikulkij, senior economist at the ASEAN +3 Macroeconomic Research Office based in Singapore, told VIR’s Thanh Tung about how the country can weather various challenges to realise this ambitious goal.
inherent advantages lay the path for investment from us

Inherent advantages lay the path for investment from US

February marks the 30th anniversary of the US lifting its trade embargo with Vietnam, opening a wider door for bilateral relations. Richard D. McClellan, country director of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change in Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Viet Duong about economic and trade prospects between both countries.
wildfires rampant in northern thailand

Wildfires rampant in northern Thailand

According to Thailand’s Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), the recent outbreak of wildfires in the country has put an estimated 160,000 hectares in 10 northern provinces at risk, marking a critical environmental and humanitarian crisis.
vietnam embracing digital economy

Vietnam embracing digital economy

From 2024, Vietnam will officially measure the added value proportion of the digital economy on the country’s GDP. Nguyen Thi Huong, director general of General Statistics Office (GSO) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment, spoke with VIR's Manh Bon about the country's current digital economy.
thailands central pattana sets up vietnamese subsidiary

Thailand's Central Pattana sets up Vietnamese subsidiary

Central Pattana Public Company Limited has announced that its subsidiary, CPN Global Co., Ltd., has established a presence in Vietnam, according to a notification sent to the Stock Exchange of Thailand on February 2.
strengthening partnership to better eye care in vietnam

Strengthening partnership to better eye care in Vietnam

Leading experts and market developers joined VIR’s talk show on February 18 to discuss the advancement of medical devices for eye care in Vietnam, and how stakeholders can join hands to offer a fresh view among society.