vietnams telehealth market continues its upward trend

Vietnam's telehealth market continues its upward trend

According to a report released by IMARC Group on January 11, Vietnam's telehealth market size is projected to exhibit a compound annual growth rate of 21.85 per cent between 2024-2032, with a number of factors affecting the growth of the industry.
dong nai licenses four foreign invested projects worth over 156 million

Dong Nai licenses four foreign-invested projects worth over $156 million

Dong Nai People's Committee granted investment certificates to four foreign-invested projects with the total registered capital of more than $156 million on January 8.
virtual assets in vietnam a regulatory outlook

Virtual assets in Vietnam: a regulatory outlook

While some countries have recognised their legal validity, Vietnam has yet to officially acknowledge virtual assets. Thai Gia Han, associate, and Nguyen Trung Nghia, legal assistant from Indochine Counsel, provide an overview of virtual assets, thereby offering some recommendations on whether virtual assets should be recognised in Vietnam.
vietnamese firms invest 4209 million overseas in 2023

Vietnamese firms invest $420.9 million overseas in 2023

Vietnam's total outbound investment reached $420.9 million in 2023, equalling 78.8 per cent of last year's figure, according to the Ministry of Planning and Investment.
vietnam wood industry in the context of eu rules

Vietnam wood industry in the context of EU rules

The EU aims to tackle degradation and deforestation along the supply chain and import-export value chain on a global scale. VIR’s Hai Van spoke with Hoang Thanh, programme manager at the EU Delegation to Vietnam about the aspects this country must be wary of.
sustainable banks the way ahead for success

Sustainable banks the way ahead for success

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.
prospects for growth in low interest rate environment

Prospects for growth in low-interest rate environment

The Vietnamese economy has passed its hardest time, and a mild recovery will be the theme of 2024. The prevailing trend in interest rates is holding steady at low level. Therefore, selective investment activities are recommended in specific industry groups with unique narratives.
the state of play for vietnams economy into 2024

The state of play for Vietnam’s economy into 2024

The Vietnamese economy is set in 2024 to grow at a higher rate than in 2023. Andrea Coppola, lead economist for the World Bank in Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Nguyen Dat about the country’s economic performance last year and prospects for the future.
a strategy fit for success to ensure 2024 targets are met

A strategy fit for success to ensure 2024 targets are met

Vietnam’s economy grew at a lower-than-expected rate in 2023. Shantanu Chakraborty, Vietnam country director for the Asian Development Bank, talked with VIR’s Thanh Tung about how the economy has performed and key impetuses for the next 12 months.
the story of phuc longs 50 year journey

The story of Phuc Long's 50-year journey

A reputation can take years to build but seconds to break. Following a mega-deal with Masan Group, Lam Boi Minh, founder of the Phuc Long Coffee & Tea brand, spoke with VIR's Thanh Van about his expectations for the future of Phuc Long while taking a look back at the 50-year-old brand.
daiwa house logistics trust acquires cold storage asset in vietnam

Daiwa House Logistics Trust acquires cold storage asset in Vietnam

On December 29, Daiwa House Asset Management Asia Pte., Ltd., as manager of Daiwa House Logistics Trust (DHLT), announced the acquisition of D Project Tan Duc 2, a built-to-suit cold storage facility located in Long An province.
ba ria vung tau advocates for protection of seas and islands

Ba Ria-Vung Tau advocates for protection of seas and islands

The communication programme on environmental protection and sustainable development of seas and islands, organised by the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau, is a practical activity to call on residents and tourists to raise awareness.
the right time for us to invest in vietnams energy

The right time for US to invest in Vietnam’s energy

The Vietnamese government has made strong commitments to the energy transition. Gregory Testerman, chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce for Ho Chi Minh City and the central city of Danang, gave VIR’s Bich Ngoc his assessment on US investor interest in the Vietnamese energy market.
ericsson committed to digital transformation with 5g

Ericsson committed to digital transformation with 5G

With Vietnam’s plan to commercialise 5G in 2024, Ericsson continues to deliver on its commitment to support Vietnam’s accelerated digital economy journey. Rita Mokbel, head of Ericsson Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about the plans to make this happen.
tcp surges ahead with responsible initiatives

TCP surges ahead with responsible initiatives

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.