takeda delivering transformative healthcare solutions

Takeda delivering transformative healthcare solutions

At the VIR health conference- "Empowering health innovation for sustainability vision" held on September 25, 2024, Dion Warren – area head of India and Southeast Asia (I-SEA) of Takeda, emphasised Takeda's commitment in delivering transformative healthcare solutions for lasting social value.
innovation and biotechnology lead vietnams healthcare development

Innovation and biotechnology lead Vietnam’s healthcare development

Unlocking the power of health innovation and biotechnology will help Vietnam keep pace with global trends in healthcare research and development, providing a golden opportunity for healthcare and pharmaceutical startups to rise and thrive.
viatris delivering high quality accessible and sustainable healthcare solutions

Viatris delivering high-quality, accessible, and sustainable healthcare solutions

Radhika Bhalla, head of Vietnam and Asia Alliance Markets at Viatris, said the company was committed to addressing healthcare needs more holistically, at the VIR Health Conference 2024 on September 25. Here is her speech.
legal reform could woo foreign investment to pharmaceuticals

Legal reform could woo foreign investment to pharmaceuticals

At VIR's conference on sustainable healthcare on September 25, industry experts delved into the best methods to attract foreign investment to the pharmaceutical sector and how legal reform can create a breakthrough.
competition within asean for pharma investment

Competition within ASEAN for pharma investment

With an ageing population, rising disease burden, and advancements in healthcare science, the global pharmaceutical market has seen significant growth in recent years. In 2023, the total market was estimated at $1.6 trillion, an increase in over $100 billion compared to 2022. As one of the largest and fastest-growing industries, the sector drives healthcare innovation globally.
fresh approaches sought to succeed in health innovation

Fresh approaches sought to succeed in health innovation

Health innovation is making progress in the healthcare sector with many breakthroughs. Dr. Angela Pratt, World Health Organization Representative in Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Minh Anh about a possible approach to accelerate the impact of the health sector’s work in Vietnam.
how can private investments unlock vietnams healthcare

How can private investments unlock Vietnam’s healthcare?

Vietnam’s healthcare sector has made remarkable strides over the past few decades, shaped by government reforms and increasing private sector involvement. Social health insurance, established in the early 1990s, now covers about 93 per cent of the population, with an annual government budget over $5 billion.
vietnam is pivotal in healthcare potential

Vietnam is pivotal in healthcare potential

With positive changes being made in Vietnam’s healthcare sector, the level of interest among US-ASEAN companies is increasing. Bui Thi Viet Lam, country representative of the US-ASEAN Business Council, talked to VIR’s Minh Tung about the future prospects of the market.
astrazeneca reinforces commitment to healthcare

AstraZeneca reinforces commitment to healthcare

Pharma giant AstraZeneca is solidifying its position as a pioneer in healthcare innovation in Vietnam.
pharma to experience robust growth

Pharma to experience robust growth

Vietnam healthcare market size is estimated to reach $23.7 billion and grow at an average rate of 7.5 per cent annually from 2023 to 2028. Healthcare expenditure per capita is also projected to increase from $237 to $328 in that time.
soc trang sets 2030 targets to complete urban system

Soc Trang sets 2030 targets to complete urban system

Soc Trang province in the Mekong Delta region is aiming to develop its urban system before 2030, with 25 areas to be incorporated into a simple 5-tier system.
sustainable dynamics for improved patient access

Sustainable dynamics for improved patient access

Global healthcare company Viatris is extending its worldwide impact and strengthening a firm commitment to healthcare access in Vietnam. Radhika Bhalla, head in Vietnam and Asia Alliance Markets for Viatris, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about the development strategy for contributing more.
laying a digital path for innovation in healthcare

Laying a digital path for innovation in healthcare

The application of IT for protecting and improving people’s health and the implementation of electronic medical records (EMR) at facilities in Vietnam has gradually developed and initially achieved some very encouraging results.
foreign led groups seize the initiative in healthcare

Foreign-led groups seize the initiative in healthcare

Vietnam’s healthcare sector is rapidly developing as the country seeks to modernise its system and improve health outcomes for its population. Contributing to this transformation are foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs), which have become key players in driving healthcare innovation across fields such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology, and digital healthcare solutions.
unlocking the potential of healthcare innovations

Unlocking the potential of healthcare innovations

While health innovation in Vietnam is taking place strongly, many challenges prevent the sector from unlocking its full potential. Do Xuan Tuyen, Deputy Minister of Health, talked to VIR’s Minh Tung about global lessons to improve the situation.