vietnam shows outstanding q3 growth

Vietnam shows outstanding Q3 growth

Following its recent impressive economic progress, Vietnam has featured in the Global Economic Conditions Survey (GECS) report for the third quarter of 2023 by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Institute of Management Accountants (IMA).
unilever vietnam embracing circular economic benefits

Unilever Vietnam embracing circular economic benefits

With only one-third of plastic waste being recycled, Vietnam is losing nearly 70 per cent of the value of plastic materials, equivalent to nearly $2.2-2.9 billion a year, because of disposal into the environment.
tcp group ceo visits vietnam and reaffirms long term commitment to the market

TCP Group CEO visits Vietnam and reaffirms long-term commitment to the market

The CEO of TCP Group reflected on the group’s purpose and its global business strategy, reaffirmed the firm's commitment to the local market, and shared initiatives to drive the organisation towards sustainable business growth while creating positive impacts on society and the environment.
domestic firms in vietnam intensify dealmaking action

Domestic firms in Vietnam intensify dealmaking action

Merger and acquisition deals are mainly dominated by foreign players in Vietnam. However, more local firms have stepped up their dealmaking activities. Binh Le Vandekerckove, CEO and head of M&A of ASART, shared with VIR’s Thanh Van the current trends.
fostering the private sector to accelerate green industries

Fostering the private sector to accelerate green industries

It is crucial that Vietnamese businesses adopt a more proactive stance in response to the global shift towards sustainability. Juhern Kim, the Global Green Growth Institute’s country representative in Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Angela Nguyen about how Vietnamese companies should pursue sustainable development.
the correct path to a low carbon market for vietnam

The correct path to a low-carbon market for Vietnam

Vietnam is striving to build a carbon credit market, attracting interest among stakeholders. Marc Stuart, founding partner and CEO of clean energy advisors Allotrope Partners, spoke with VIR’s Bich Thuy about how various partnerships can support this mission.
buv announces new programmes awarded by top uk universities

BUV announces new programmes awarded by top UK universities

British University Vietnam (BUV) has introduced new undergraduate programmes that are awarded by prestigious universities in the UK, and announced a $3.7 million scholarship fund for 2024, fostering opportunities for local students to engage in an international-standard learning environment in Vietnam.
mb leads the charge in green finance at viod 6th annual forum

MB leads the charge in green finance at VIOD 6th annual forum

Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) has just been distinguished with the "Board of the Year" award, a testament to its role in propelling businesses towards environmentally sustainable practices on November 22.
aeon committed to more sustainable consumption

AEON committed to more sustainable consumption

The rental of shopping bags and utilising supporting partners to participate in green transformation are just some of AEON Vietnam’s initiatives to promote sustainable consumption. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Hue, corporate communications and external affairs general manager of AEON Vietnam, discussed the company’s green journey with VIR’s Oanh Do.
practical methodology for vietnams digital evolution

Practical methodology for Vietnam’s digital evolution

Vietnam is teeming with potential for innovative transformation. Sheena S. Iyengar, a business professor at the Management Division of Columbia Business School, discussed with VIR’s Celine Luu some essential steps to aid this development, and how every Vietnamese business, regardless of size, can successfully undergo digital transformation.
us state of oregon seeks investment opportunities in binh duong province

US state of Oregon seeks investment opportunities in Binh Duong province

A delegation from the US state of Oregon led by Commissioner at Port of Portland Katherine Lam on November 21 paid a working visit to the southern province of Binh Duong to learn about the investment environment in the locality.
japanese em technology could be a game changer

Japanese EM technology could be a game changer

Effective Microorganism (EM) technology could be a game changer for cosmetics, as it uses only naturally occurring microorganisms. Bui Bich Lien, CEO of EMcom Investment and Trading JSC, spoke about EM technology and EMcom's products at the 2023 Sustainable Development Conference organised by VIR on November 16.
unilever vietnam brings circular economy for plastics to life

Unilever Vietnam brings circular economy for plastics to life

Unilever Vietnam has continuously implemented a series of programmes to promote green and sustainable development, covering everything from the environment to people and highlighting the need for social responsibility.
thaibev pledges to develop circular economy in vietnam

ThaiBev pledges to develop circular economy in Vietnam

ThaiBev on November 16 participated in the Vietnam Circular Economy Forum 2023, held by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.
green budgeting an investment for the future

Green budgeting an investment for the future

At the second panel of the 'Sustainable Development 2023' forum organised by VIR on November 16, experts shared their comprehensive action plans for advancing sustainable practices.