narrowing the gap towards integration

Narrowing the gap towards integration

Vietnam is making efforts to build incentive policies for selective and high-tech foreign investment, and deeper participation in global supply chains. Nguyen Chi Dung, Minister of Planning and Investment, spoke with VIR’s Nguyen Huong about these new directions and more.
foundations are firm for supply chains

Foundations are firm for supply chains

Leaders of multinational companies face unprecedented uncertainty in shaping their supply chain strategies and reconfiguring network footprints in response to global geopolitical upheaval.
momentous year for us vietnam relations

Momentous year for US-Vietnam relations

Vietnam and the US are beginning to materialise their comprehensive strategic partnership, with economic security cooperation prioritised, particularly in the semiconductor and supply chain ties.
consumer industry more mature thanks to digital efforts

Consumer industry more mature thanks to digital efforts

Digitalisation of the supply chain has helped consumer businesses shorten the distance with customers and achieve higher results in terms of revenue, profit, and brand reputation.
institutional reform to enhance economic resilience

Institutional reform to enhance economic resilience

The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act mandates responsible supply chain management for German companies, influencing EU-Asian trade and advising Vietnamese businesses and authorities to align with global sustainability standards. Prof. Andreas Stoffers, country director of FNF Vietnam, and Huyen Nhu Lanh, project coordinator at the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam (AHK Vietnam), discussed with VIR’s Luu Huong the various opportunities and challenges posed by the new law in Vietnam.
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.
vietnam reaffirms bright outlook amidst global economic uncertainty

Vietnam reaffirms bright outlook amidst global economic uncertainty

Despite uncertainties in the global economy, Vietnam is predicted to maintain strong economic growth in the medium term as exports rebound and the country continues to gain benefits from the shift in global supply chains to Southeast Asia's manufacturing hubs.
applying sustainability standards in achieving biodiversity goals

Applying sustainability standards in achieving biodiversity goals

A workshop aiming to seek an appropriate legal framework to facilitate the widespread application of voluntary sustainability standards (VSS) in Vietnam and their role in supporting the development of sustainable supply chains has been held in the capital.
three areas for sustainable alliances

Three areas for sustainable alliances

One of the most important and impactful trends in business these days is sustainability, and when it comes to supply chain, transportation, and logistics it is certainly no exception. Eric Herding, managing director of DSV Air & Sea Vietnam, outlines the goals and the possible focus that can help nations like Vietnam succeed in this endeavour.
neo floor to raise surplus worth of rigid core vinyl flooring products

Neo Floor to raise surplus worth of rigid core vinyl flooring products

In an effort to integrate rigid core vinyl tiles manufactured in Vietnam into the global value chain, Neo Floor is constructing a vast supply chain that ensures the quality of raw materials.
us semiconductor firms double down on investments in vietnam

US semiconductor firms double down on investments in Vietnam

Vietnam's growing significance in the global semiconductor supply chain was the focus of a recent seminar in Hanoi, led by the US Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA). The event, organised by Vietnam's Ministry of Planning and Investment on December 7, underscored the nation's expanding influence in the high-tech sector.
inflow lands 2 million to bring unmatched advantages to global fashion brands

Inflow lands $2 million to bring unmatched advantages to global fashion brands

Inflow, a fashion supply chain platform, has landed a $2 million seed round to bring the sourcing and manufacturing advantages of a tech-enabled supply chain to fashion brands of all sizes.
airbus targets vietnam for supply chain expansion

Airbus targets Vietnam for supply chain expansion

Airbus, the French aerospace giant, is set to deepen its supply chain presence in Vietnam, aligning with its commitment to sustainable growth.
vietnam is one of the dkshs anchor markets

Vietnam is one of the DKSH's anchor markets

Pham Duy Khiem, general manager of Supply Chain Management at DKSH Vietnam, spoke at VIR's Sustainable Development conference on November 16.
industrial developer can offer supply chain boost for vietnam

Industrial developer can offer supply chain boost for Vietnam

As of the end of September, Vietnam has attracted new foreign direct investments (FDI) exceeding $20 billion for 2023, up 4.5 per cent on-year, indicating that the country's appeal to international investors has not diminished.