responding to the changes in the startup environment

Responding to the changes in the startup environment

Startups today face the daunting obstacles of scaling their businesses and proving their revenue models, requiring them to exhibit adaptability and articulate their value proposition in an ever-evolving investment landscape. Manisha Shah, CFO at Momo, also one of esteemed judges of KPMG Global Tech Innovator, shared with VIR’s Celine Luu her perspective on these challenges, while also offering valuable insights on the role of women in tech start-ups and the need for increased support for female entrepreneurs.
kcn vietnams proud development journey

KCN Vietnam's proud development journey

As a relative newcomer, KCN Vietnam Group JSC has generated inspiring results. Dinh Thanh Phuong, business development director at KCN Vietnam Group, shares some critical milestones in the company's development trajectory with VIR's Thanh Nguyen.
womens union enhances connection with vietnamese women in netherlands

Women's Union enhances connection with Vietnamese women in Netherlands

Vietnamese Ambassador to the Netherlands Pham Viet Anh hosted a reception for a delegation from the Vietnam Women's Union (VWU) led by its permanent Vice President Do Thi Thu Thao.
foreign investors buying up local businesses

Foreign investors buying up local businesses

As they struggle with the growing burden, numerous businesses are offering to sell almost all of their properties and other assets.
capitaland development distributes school essentials to 1400 students

CapitaLand Development distributes school essentials to 1,400 students

CapitaLand Development (CLD) (Vietnam), through the group’s philanthropic arm, CapitaLand Hope Foundation (CHF), has distributed school essentials such as pencil cases, tote bags, and tumblers to about 1,400 students across four schools and kindergartens in Vietnam under the CapitaLand Hope School Programme.
new zealand and vietnam offering trade solutions

New Zealand and Vietnam offering trade solutions

The latest meeting of the Vietnam-New Zealand Joint Economic and Trade Committee took place in Hanoi last week, with promises to boost cooperation in trade and reduce trade barriers. New Zealand’s Deputy Secretary of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Vangelis Vitalis, talked to VIR’s Kim Oanh about the potential of bilateral cooperation and proposals to realise trade turnover targets.
apple retailers set for price competition shake up

Apple retailers set for price competition shake-up

The latest introduction of a standardised framework by Apple’s online store in Vietnam is likely to redefine the competitive landscape, creating a level playing field for retailers and raising the expectations of customers.
budget estimate shortcomings require modern fix

Budget estimate shortcomings require modern fix

The low-quality formulation of state budget revenue estimates needs to be improved, as it will continue having unwanted direct impacts on the country’s financial landscape.
bali bans foreign tourists from using crypto for payment

Bali bans foreign tourists from using crypto for payment

The provincial government of Bali on May 28 warned tourists against paying for goods and services in cryptocurrencies on the popular resort island of Indonesia.
keppel land invests 138 million in two residential projects with khang dien

Keppel Land invests $138 million in two residential projects with Khang Dien

Keppel Corporation Ltd. (Keppel) and Keppel Vietnam Fund (KVF), jointly known as the Keppel Consortium, have entered into binding agreements to acquire a 49 per cent interest in two adjacent residential projects in Thu Duc City from the Khang Dien Group for an aggregate consideration of approximately $138 million.
dat bike continuously upgrading for greener transportation

Dat Bike: continuously upgrading for greener transportation

After four years in Vietnam, Dat Bike is still asserting its position as a Vietnamese brand in its homeland, continuing its goal of greening transportation and strengthening its connection with customers. Son Nguyen, CEO of Dat Bike, spoke with VIR’s Bich Thuy about the importance of listening to customers in the product development process.
ninh binh tourism week 2023 set to land on may 27

Ninh Binh Tourism Week 2023 set to land on May 27

The Ninh Binh Tourism Week 2023, themed The Golden Colour of Tam Coc - Trang An, is slated to take place throughout the province from May 27 to June 4 in the Tam Coc-Bich Dong tourism area, part of the UNESCO-recognised Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex.
swiss investors eyes danang as potential investment destination

Swiss investors eyes Danang as potential investment destination

Danang, the third important economic hub of Vietnam, is emerging as a potential investment destination for Swiss investors, according to a Business Seminar “Danang – A future financial center” held on May 24 in Zurich, Switzerland.
khanh hoa setting green goals high with park developments

Khanh Hoa setting green goals high with park developments

The south-central province of Khanh Hoa is offering land while calling for investment in building parks for the community and tourism purposes.
thailand 300 thb tourism fee remains in hands of new government

Thailand: 300 THB tourism fee remains in hands of new government

The new government of Thailand is expected to decide the fate of the 300 THB (8.69 USD) tourism fee, which remains uncertain because of roadblocks from unclear implementation.