vietnam needs new approaches to fund development adb expert

Vietnam needs new approaches to fund development: ADB expert

As Vietnam is estimated to need an average of 210 billion USD for infrastructure per year through 2030 to meet its development targets, an Asian Development Bank (ADB) expert suggested the country should adopt new approaches to get the huge capital.
actively powering the aseans sustainability

Actively powering the ASEAN’s sustainability

Vietnam has set a goal of promoting deeper integration and fostering sustainable development across the region for its 2020 ASEAN chairmanship. By delivering greater harmonisation of trade and infrastructure across the ASEAN’s borders, the bloc will be able to truly seize the opportunities of the new decade.
paving the way for paramount infrastructure projects

Paving the way for paramount infrastructure projects

Vietnam is pushing ahead and removing obstacles in order to attract more investment into infrastructure development and meet the United Nations’ related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
evaluating first year of cptpp in action

Evaluating first year of CPTPP in action

The landmark Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership has been in force for more than a year now, influencing the trade activities of member economies. Senior economist Nguyen Mai digs into its impacts on the local economy and how benefits can be maximised for the sake of Vietnam’s sustainable development in the forthcoming years.  
vietnam a 45 billion opportunity for sustainable private investment

Vietnam a $45 billion opportunity for sustainable private investment

Opportunity 2030: the Standard Chartered SDG Investment Map revealed a $9.668 trillion opportunity for private sector investors across all emerging markets to help achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with Vietnam representing $45.8 billion of this.
new decade of growth built on diligent and smart work

New decade of growth built on diligent and smart work

As one of the fastest-growing economies, Vietnam still needs to reduce regulatory burdens and promote economic integration to achieve the country’s sustainable development goals through 2030. Doan Ha, economist from the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia, analyses the elements.
working groups thrash out solutions for economic growth

Working groups thrash out solutions for economic growth

Vietnam has never before received so many recommendations from international investors on sustainable development in all sectors of concern, with expectations to step up involvement in socio-economic development in the new decade. Bich Thuy reports.
vietnam business forum opens in hanoi on friday

Vietnam Business Forum opens in Hanoi on Friday

The role and support of the business community in rapid and sustainable development is a key part of the annual Vietnam Business Forum (VBF) held in Hanoi on Friday.
digital transformation key driver for agriculture

Digital transformation key driver for agriculture

The digital transformation is being considered the key to unlock sustainable development of livestock for the country, with large-scale breeding farms investing more in digital farming in order to create a digitalised agriculture supply chain, minimise costs, and enhance productivity.
nghi son complex targets sustainable development

Nghi Son complex targets sustainable development

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical Complex (NSRP) has completed one year of commercial operations, meeting around 33 per cent of Vietnam’s domestic fuel demand and providing a secure supply of energy for the country’s economy. To mark this anniversary, Atsushi Yamamoto, general director of NSRP, talked with VIR’s Kim Oanh about the company’s journey so far and about its role as a vital pillar of the Vietnamese petrochemical industry.
spirits high at fe credit over strong gains

Spirits high at FE Credit over strong gains

Vietnam’s largest consumer credit firm in terms of market share, FE Credit, has remained solid with its market leader position through 2019, and will not rest on its laurels when it comes to its sustainable development agenda.
x2 hoi an resort residence wins international property awards 2019

X2 Hoi An Resort & Residence wins International Property Awards 2019

Following the success of the Asia-Pacific Property Awards 2019 in Bangkok earlier in the year, X2 Hoi An Resort & Residence was honoured to be nominated and awarded the Best Residential Development Asia-Pacific title at the International Property Awards, held in London in December 2019. This once again confirms the prestige, professionalism and sustainable development of MIVI.
nam a bank champions outstanding bank for green credit award 2019

Nam A Bank champions Outstanding Bank for Green Credit Award 2019

Within the framework of the recent Vietnam Retail Banking Forum 2019 in Ho Chi Minh City, privately-held Nam A Bank was honoured with the Outstanding Bank for Green Credit Award 2019 for its pioneering role in green credit promotion and contributions to the nation’s sustainable development and environmental protection.
phu yen provinces crucial solution spotlight for 2020

Phu Yen province’s crucial solution spotlight for 2020

In response to learning the lessons and understanding past shortcomings, the 14th session of the seventh Phu Yen People’s Council has outlined the key tasks for socio-economic and sustainable development for the next period.
phu yen eligible for development

Phu Yen eligible for development

The vast advantages of Phu Yen province have been assessed and outlined in recent times. Now, essential strategies are required in order for the south-central coastal province to break through. Pham Dai Duong, Chairman of Phu Yen People’s Committee told VIR’s Thanh Pham what he thinks must be auctioned so that the province can maximise its sustainable development prospects.