vietnam will remain fdi magnet with global minimum tax in place

Vietnam will remain FDI magnet with global minimum tax in place

On November 29, the National Assembly of Vietnam approved a resolution on applying additional corporate income tax following the Global Anti-Base Erosion Rules, which is expected to have an impact on foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into Vietnam.
cargill unveils three new schools in late 2023

Cargill unveils three new schools in late 2023

The US-backed Cargill proudly announced the expansion of its flagship Cargill Cares programme on November 29 with the establishment of three new schools in Vietnam’s northern mountainous areas.
project aimed at reducing plastic river waste ends next month

Project aimed at reducing plastic river waste ends next month

The Centre for Marine Life Conservation and Community Development (MCD), in collaboration with the Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DoNRE), organised the final meeting of a project that has set its sights on combating plastic pollution in the Red River.
opportunities present in vietnams ma market

Opportunities present in Vietnam's M&A market

During the opening discussion of the 2023 M&A Vietnam Forum on November 28, the experts in attendance spoke of the many challenges present in the Vietnamese market today, but also of the ever-present opportunities.
climate tech startups a catalyst for vietnams net zero future

Climate tech startups a catalyst for Vietnam’s net-zero future

I remember landing in Hanoi for the first time in early 2010, impressed by endless streams of motorbikes. As a practitioner pursuing sustainable development, I thought about the emissions fuming out of the many vehicles. Over a decade passed, and when I landed again in Hanoi a few months ago, I still found myself surrounded by swarms of motorbikes. But things are about to change.
octopass aiming for all in one social media network

Octopass aiming for all-in-one social media network

Octopass cards combine all your social media account into one single social ID. Founder and CEO of the New Zealand startup, Henry Aung, shared more with VIR’s Hoang Dan about his ambitious idea.
insee prize announces 2023 champion

INSEE prize announces 2023 champion

On November 17, the Final Round of the INSEE Prize 2023 competition took place in Ho Chi Minh City in front of the jury council, who are leading experts in the construction and architecture industry.
ttc group chairman sees 2024 as pivotal year for ma in vietnam

TTC Group chairman sees 2024 as pivotal year for M&A in Vietnam

At the Vietnam M&A Forum 2023 held by VIR in Ho Chi Minh City on November 28, TTC Group's chairman Dang Van Thanh reflected on his pioneering journey in the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), a path he embarked on approximately 20 years ago during his tenure at Sacombank.
thomson medical group eyes robust growth in vietnam through strategic ma initiatives

Thomson Medical Group eyes robust growth in Vietnam through strategic M&A initiatives

Speaking at the 15th Vietnam M&A Forum 2023 themed Thriving Together that was organised by VIR on November 28, Dr. Melvin Heng, executive director and group CEO of Thomson Medical Group, emphasised the pivotal role of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in this expansion.
techtronic industries honoured for sustainable contributions in vietnam

Techtronic Industries honoured for sustainable contributions in Vietnam

On November 21, Techtronic Industries Vietnam (TTI Vietnam) was highlighted as one of 10 firms demonstrating exemplary dedication to its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) activities at the 2023 AmCham Vietnam ESG Impact Showcase.
vietnams banking sector emerges as a global leader in generative ai

Vietnam's banking sector emerges as a global leader in generative AI

Finastra's global survey for 2023 released on November 28 shows Vietnam's financial institutions are keen on new technologies and banking models, even with limited tech investments due to tough economic conditions.
hitachi energy opens transformers factory in bac ninh

Hitachi Energy opens transformers factory in Bac Ninh

On November 28, Hitachi Energy, a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all, inaugurated a transformers factory in Bac Ninh.
traphaco deepens footprint on green development journey

Traphaco deepens footprint on green development journey

Aside from making premium Oriental medicines, Traphaco has embarked on producing modern pharmaceutical products. Dao Thuy Ha, the company’s deputy general director, speaks with VIR's Phong Lan about the novel aspects of the company’s green development journey.
marico sea recognised as vietnam 100 best places to work third year running

Marico SEA recognised as 'Vietnam 100 Best Places To Work' third year running

On November 24, Marico SEA received the award for the "Vietnam 100 Best Places To Work,'' a prestigious recognition presented annually by Anphabe.
three growth engines help masan become consumer technology platform

Three growth engines help Masan become consumer technology platform

Masan Group relies on three growth engines including network growth, member growth, and wallet share growth to realise its vision to become a consumer-tech platform.