ai can reshape vietnams payment landscape

AI can reshape Vietnam’s payment landscape

Vietnam's payment landscape is set to undergo significant transformation through the use of generative AI, according to Visa.
work to do for vietnam to mirror thailands tourism successes

Work to do for Vietnam to mirror Thailand’s tourism successes

Vietnam is at risk of being left far behind rival Thailand in the race for more tourism revenues.
phu quoc island can blossom in 2024

Phu Quoc island can blossom in 2024

Phu Quoc is looking to bounce back after a tough year. Minh Ngo, general manager at Wyndham Grand Phu Quoc, shares with VIR’s Thai An the hotel’s experiences in promoting Vietnam and Phu Quoc’s tourism and hospitality abroad, and the expectation for the island’s tourism landscape in 2024.
repairing balance sheet to return to profitable growth

Repairing balance sheet to return to profitable growth

Amidst the complexities of Vietnam’s market in 2023, where sectors such as manufacturing and exports are marked by promising growth over the next 5-10 years, the economic landscape is a mosaic of opportunities. These medium-term prospects, however, coexist with a prevailing air of uncertainty and even financial distress, driven by global events such as high US interest rates, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the Israel-Hamas conflict, and challenges in Vietnam’s real estate and funding market.
range of asian neighbours explore ma potential

Range of Asian neighbours explore M&A potential

Amidst the challenging environment, strategic investors from the likes of Thailand, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea continue to dominate merger and acquisition transactions in Vietnam.
collaborative growth in vietnams ma ecosystem

Collaborative growth in Vietnam's M&A ecosystem

At the second panel of the 2023 M&A Vietnam Forum hosted by VIR on November 28, a panel of experts delved into the complexities of M&A. Here's what they had to say.
industrial real estate spearheads sector restoration

Industrial real estate spearheads sector restoration

The industrial real estate segment in Vietnam is currently considered the best performing in the market, with strong business indicators, high land prices, and impressive occupancy rates.
climate tech investment hits the spotlight

Climate tech investment hits the spotlight

As the landmark COP28 kicks off this week, the spotlight is on the development of climate tech to bring the region closer to the 2015 Paris Agreement targets.
climate tech startups a catalyst for vietnams net zero future

Climate tech startups a catalyst for Vietnam’s net-zero future

I remember landing in Hanoi for the first time in early 2010, impressed by endless streams of motorbikes. As a practitioner pursuing sustainable development, I thought about the emissions fuming out of the many vehicles. Over a decade passed, and when I landed again in Hanoi a few months ago, I still found myself surrounded by swarms of motorbikes. But things are about to change.
inflow lands 2 million to bring unmatched advantages to global fashion brands

Inflow lands $2 million to bring unmatched advantages to global fashion brands

Inflow, a fashion supply chain platform, has landed a $2 million seed round to bring the sourcing and manufacturing advantages of a tech-enabled supply chain to fashion brands of all sizes.
octopass aiming for all in one social media network

Octopass aiming for all-in-one social media network

Octopass cards combine all your social media account into one single social ID. Founder and CEO of the New Zealand startup, Henry Aung, shared more with VIR’s Hoang Dan about his ambitious idea.
new green benchmarks set for the financial landscape

New green benchmarks set for the financial landscape

In its quest to set a gold standard for sustainable banking, Standard Chartered continually exceeds industry norms. Reflecting on the bank’s commitment to spearheading a sustainable transition in Vietnam, Hanh Nguyen, deputy general director of Standard Chartered Vietnam, spoke to Hong Dung about the financial institution’s strides towards crafting a green financial future for the nation.
fcv unrelenting in prioritising its people

FCV unrelenting in prioritising its people

FrieslandCampina Vietnam, whose parent group owns brand names such as Dutch Lady, Friso, Yomost, and Fristi, was honoured in the “Best Companies to Work for in Asia” award by HR Asia magazine in August.
vietnamese coffee documentary aired on discovery channel

Vietnamese coffee documentary aired on Discovery Channel

The documentary "The Tao of Coffee," produced by Warner Bros. Discovery, featuring insights about the aspirations and journey of the Vietnamese coffee industry to conquer the world, was first aired on Discovery's channels in Australia and New Zealand on November 24.
ba ria vung tau continues to be favourite resort venue during weekends

Ba Ria-Vung Tau continues to be favourite resort venue during weekends

With stunning beaches, famous landmarks, a cool climate, and a well-connected traffic system, the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau continues to grab the attention of tourists and has become an ideal weekend destination.