giving farmers tools to rise to sustainability

Giving farmers tools to rise to sustainability

Bringing Vietnam’s rich coffee traditions to the world and the world’s most modern production techniques to Vietnam, Nestlé Vietnam is striving to place the coffee sector on a firm path to sustainability. To mark the 10th anniversary of the NESCAFÉ plan, Binu Jacob, CEO of Nestlé Vietnam, shared with VIR’s Hoang Anh how the initiative has revitalised ageing coffee plantations and improved farmers livelihoods across the country.
security leaders in urgent need to reformulate cyber strategies

Security leaders in urgent need to reformulate cyber strategies

Businesses aspire to reap the benefits of the digital age. Going digital is not just a trend; it has become an integral part of the digital economy. In this increasingly digitised world, one could say that data is the new currency. And digital trust – the level of confidence in people, processes, and technology – is the backbone of the digital economy.
vietinbank local bank for foreign enterprises

VietinBank: Local bank for foreign enterprises

With the advantage of being one of the largest local banks in Vietnam, well-equipped with in-depth knowledge of the country’s business and regulations, VietinBank is determined to become the local bank for international businesses. The bank is also amongst the licensed banks that provides investment capital account services for international investors.
sustainability and solidarity as an answer to health crisis

Sustainability and solidarity as an answer to health crisis

Not losing sight of its sustainability objectives even amidst the vagaries of the global pandemic, Nestlé Vietnam has been placing top priority on helping employees, partners, and communities to weather the storm. Binu Jacob, CEO at Nestlé Vietnam, talked with VIR’s Hoang Anh about the corporation’s efforts to promote sustainability on all levels.
policy review crucial to set up for new funding wave

Policy review crucial to set up for new funding wave

Aside from strong determination, Vietnam needs to make great strides before it can grow into a trustworthy venue for foreign investors, especially in the context that fresh opportunities are on the horizon, promising a new wave of investment.
diamond centerys generational and connected living experience

Diamond Centery’s generational and connected living experience

As you reach the age considered the “golden years” of human life, with successful career behind you, a fulfilling family, and the freedom to enjoy every peaceful moment of relaxation, how would you like your days to be?
vietnam leading the regional pack in embracing a cashless society

Vietnam leading the regional pack in embracing a cashless society

The Vietnamese government is looking to take the country towards relying less on cash when making purchases. Dang Tuyet Dung, Visa country manager for Vietnam and Laos, talked to VIR’s Hoang Anh about the potential future of a cashless society for the country.
when sustainability is woven into a companys dna

When sustainability is woven into a company’s DNA

Being passionate about sustainability for decades, AkzoNobel has long pursued a sustainable journey on three key pillars: people, plane, and paint. By developing sustainably and comprehensively, AkzoNobel is aiming to not only provide its customers with products that meet their needs, but also to contribute to the community as well as environment more fresh and livable spaces.
addressing nextgen unique needs

Addressing NextGen unique needs

The next generation is ready to take the baton at Vietnamese family businesses, putting to the task their fresh ideas. However, many of them feel discouraged by the lack of opportunities for advancement and career development at these family businesses. Hoang Hung, Entrepreneurial and Private Business leader at PwC Vietnam, discusses with VIR’s Hoang Anh this conflict highlighted by PwC’s latest report.
akzonobel forges path for smart city development

AkzoNobel forges path for smart city development

Countries worldwide are choosing to develop smart cities as a way to respond to population pressures and sustainable development requirements. Pamela Phua, general director of AkzoNobel Paints Vietnam, shared with VIR’s Hoang Anh the details of smart cities from AkzoNobel’s perspective, and provides information on some innovative technologies to help accelerate the process of building these in Vietnam.
hoang anh gia lai sells off subsidiaries to resolve financial issues

Hoang Anh Gia Lai sells off subsidiaries to resolve financial issues

Even after managing to improve its financial structure, Hoang Anh Gia Lai Group JSC (HSX: HAG) is still looking at a fraught 2020 due to the shock of the VND-trillion loss in 2019.  
unilever leading the charge to build a circular economy across vietnam

Unilever leading the charge to build a circular economy across Vietnam

The creation of a public-private collaboration to combat plastic waste in Vietnam has been agreed on via the inking of an MoU between the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Unilever Vietnam International Co., Ltd., Dow Chemical Co., Ltd. Vietnam, and SCG.
groundwork laid for high flying aviation

Groundwork laid for high-flying aviation

With a number of notable changes taking effect this year, Vietnam is expected to see a big step in the development of its civil aviation industry. Vaibhav Saxena and Nguyen Hoang Anh Linh, lawyers at Vietnam International Law Firm, analyse the potential market developments on the back of new positive rules.
hag reports catastrophic loss

HAG reports catastrophic loss

Hoang Anh Gia Lai JSC (code: HAG) reported the most drastic drop in revenue for the last ten years, with the record loss of VND1.743 trillion ($75.78 million).
consumers lean towards modern payment methods

Consumers lean towards modern payment methods

A new study has found that the majority of Vietnamese cardholders is interested in using biometric authentication methods such as fingerprints or facial recognition to complete transactions, rather than the traditional PIN method or passwords.