a digital infrastructure drive for economic development

A digital infrastructure drive for economic development

We are at a pivotal moment in Vietnam’s journey towards digital transformation, alongside many leaders who are driving innovation through technology.
vir panel says 5g could transform vietnam

VIR panel says 5G could transform Vietnam

At the opening panel of VIR’s digital infrastructure conference on September 30, experts spoke of the transformative power of 5G technology in spurring innovation and economic growth, while highlighting the challenges surrounding infrastructure investment and regulatory reforms.
competitiveness to emerge through innovative solutions

Competitiveness to emerge through innovative solutions

Healthcare players across emerging fields, from pharmaceuticals to biotech and healthtech, are driving innovation to transform patient care, benefitting from an enabling environment for innovation.
vietnamese startups plan to grow with generative ai

Vietnamese startups plan to grow with generative AI

Startups in Vietnam are applying generative AI and partnering with tech giants to promote innovation and growth.
ericsson and vnpt to collaborate on network apis to spur innovation in vietnam

Ericsson and VNPT to collaborate on network APIs to spur innovation in Vietnam

Ericsson Vietnam and Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) signed an agreement on September 25 to develop network APIs based on VNPT's core network infrastructure.
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.
blue dragon receives citi foundation funding to support homeless children

Blue Dragon receives Citi Foundation funding to support homeless children

Blue Dragon Children's Foundation, a community organisation operating in Vietnam, has been named in the list of the 2024 Global Innovation Challenge’s recipients by the Citi Foundation.
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.
vietnam calls on apple to set up rd centre to boost innovation

Vietnam calls on Apple to set up R&D centre to boost innovation

During a visit to New York for the 79th UN General Assembly, Vietnam’s Party General Secretary and President To Lam met with senior executives from US tech giants Apple, Meta, and Supermicro, urging deeper collaboration on Vietnam’s manufacturing capabilities and innovation potential.
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.
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.
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.