leveraging plural values of mangroves to mitigate climate change

Leveraging plural values of mangroves to mitigate climate change

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with Thua Thien-Hue People’s Committee, successfully hosted an international workshop on November 21 on leveraging the plural values of mangroves to meet climate change mitigation and adaptation goals.
investment opportunities open in vietnams green real estate market

Investment opportunities open in Vietnam's green real estate market

As Vietnam continues to undergo rapid urbanisation, underpinned by economic growth and an expanding middle class, coupled with the improvement in infrastructure networks, the country continues to offer tremendous opportunities for investors, according to Wong Wai Foo, head of Sustainable Urban Renewal in Vietnam, Keppel Corporation, at the Sustainable Development 2023 conference held by Vietnam Investment Review on November 16.
strict process puts off real estate access

Strict process puts off real estate access

Vietnam’s banking sector is grappling with the challenges of stringent loan procedures and market imbalances, impacting the growth and accessibility of the real estate market.
visa accelerates support for smaller businesses

Visa accelerates support for smaller businesses

On November 20, Visa and the Visa Foundation made announcements on their ongoing commitment to support small and micro-sized businesses across APEC and beyond.
thaibev pledges to develop circular economy in vietnam

ThaiBev pledges to develop circular economy in Vietnam

ThaiBev on November 16 participated in the Vietnam Circular Economy Forum 2023, held by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.
regional event platform to accelerate business between vietnam and asean markets

Regional event platform to accelerate business between Vietnam and ASEAN markets

On November 20, Singapore-based VBEX Asia launched Vietnam Business Exchange (VBEx) Conference 2023 to accelerate business integration between Vietnam and Singapore with larger ASEAN markets.
clarity at the heart of plan on owner figures

Clarity at the heart of plan on owner figures

The first-ever plan to determine the number of houses and apartments of every owner is expected to ensure that Vietnam’s real estate market is more transparent.
green budgeting an investment for the future

Green budgeting an investment for the future

At the second panel of the 'Sustainable Development 2023' forum organised by VIR on November 16, experts shared their comprehensive action plans for advancing sustainable practices.
home credit embarks on journey of responsible business

Home Credit embarks on journey of responsible business

Consumer financial enterprise Home Credit has embarked on a journey to develop a responsible business towards sustainable development.
an epidemic of exclusion that must be cured

An epidemic of exclusion that must be cured

Albert Bourla, chairman and CEO of Pfizer, gave a speech on inclusion at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders Week hosted in San Francisco on November 16-17.
golf event raises over 60000 to support paediatric cancer patients

Golf event raises over $60,000 to support paediatric cancer patients

On November 17, the 20th Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam Friendship Golf Tournament took place at Taekwang Jeongsan Golf Course in the southern province of Dong Nai.
tourism sector in danang embraces rebrand journey

Tourism sector in Danang embraces rebrand journey

Taking advantage of its inherent potential, Danang is aiming to become a world-class tourism centre.
health innovation network launched in vietnam

Health Innovation Network launched in Vietnam

The Vietnam Young Physicians Association (VYPA) and AstraZeneca Vietnam hosted a ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City on November 19 to launch the Health Innovation Network and kick-start its first programme called Digital Lung Health.
nghe an offering up golden opportunities

Nghe An offering up golden opportunities

With inherent advantages combined with strategic orientations and macro policies planned by the central government, Nghe An province is facing a strong opportunity to welcome new investors.
waycen unveils ai solutions at vietnam south korea digital forum

WAYCEN unveils AI solutions at Vietnam-South Korea Digital Forum

The third Vietnam-South Korea Digital Forum – DX Forum 2023 – was organised by South Korea's National IT Industry Promotion Agency and the Vietnam Software and IT Services Association in Hanoi on November 6-7.