thailand optimistic about indian tourists back post covid 19

Thailand optimistic about Indian tourists back post COVID-19

At least 600,000 Indian tourists are expected in Thailand's Pattaya beach town this year, similar to the level before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
adb switzerland grant 5 mln usd to support vietnam improve fintech

ADB, Switzerland grant 5 mln USD to support Vietnam improve fintech

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Switzerland have signed a cofinancing agreement of up to 5 million USD to develop financial technologies (fintech) that can help address low financial inclusion in Vietnam, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
deeper synergies possible within swiss trade relations

Deeper synergies possible within Swiss trade relations

In the framework of a business visit to Vietnam, Christian Hofer, director-general for the Federal Office of Agriculture from Switzerland, talked to VIR’s Kim Oanh about the potential of bilateral cooperation and the experience and lessons that Vietnam can learn from Switzerland.
esg centric businesses set to gain plaudits for long term vision

ESG-centric businesses set to gain plaudits for long-term vision

In a global economy, companies that do not implement environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria might be put at a significant disadvantage to their ESG-conscious competitors. Ha Do, KPMG’s newly appointed head of ESG in Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Linh Le about such considerations, stakeholder engagement across the country, and the evolving landscape globally.
banks get moving with fresh deals

Banks get moving with fresh deals

The Vietnamese banking sector continues to be characterised by a dynamic merger and acquisition landscape, driven by domestic consolidation and foreign investment.
tech driven embedded finance disrupting vietnams financial landscape

Tech-driven embedded finance disrupting Vietnam’s financial landscape

As technology evolves and the Vietnamese economy matures, more innovative fintechs are embracing the benefits of next-generation technology and unique business models to reach underserved populations and provide them with the means to access banking and financial services quickly and conveniently. Pham Quang Minh, general manager at Mambu Vietnam, digs into such fresh business models, as well as the outlook for the country's digital technology.
experience a sanctuary in the ho chi minh city sky

Experience a sanctuary in the Ho Chi Minh City sky

Situated on the upper floors of Vietnam’s highest skyscraper Landmark 81 tower, from the 47th to 71st floors, Vinpearl Landmark 81 – Autograph Collection is a proud symbol of Vietnam’s sparkling new era of prosperity and rises to prominence on the world stage.
bigger hurdles around corner for industrial real estate

Bigger hurdles around corner for industrial real estate

The bottlenecks in procedures, infrastructure, land, compensation, and site clearance are posing great challenges in attracting investment to Vietnam, and industrial real estate in particular.
intel tapping into digital transformation

Intel tapping into digital transformation

US tech giant Intel is driving innovation to enable its customers to unleash the potential of digital tech. Simon Chan, managing director of Intel’s Sales, Marketing & Communications Group for Southeast/South Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about its strategy and plans to become a chip champion once again.
buon me thuot to become economic hub

Buon Me Thuot to become economic hub

The provincial planning appraisal council conducted a review of the Dak Lak Provincial Plan towards 2030 on April 25, with Buon Ma Thuot City set to become the economic hub of the Central Highlands.
thailand ev registrations surge in march government spokesman

Thailand EV registrations surge in March: government spokesman

The number of electric vehicles (EVs) registered in Thailand had soared to 61,594 by the end of March, boosted by government support measures, according to Thai government spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri.
thailand sees surge in imports of luxury and beauty products

Thailand sees surge in imports of luxury and beauty products

Thailand’s imports of luxury and beauty products, such as brand-name bags, fillers and Botox, in the first half of the 2023 fiscal year, which began on October 2, 2022, increased by 40 per cent year on year, according to the country’s Customs Department.
bidv enters strategic partnership with switzerland based edmond de rothschild

BIDV enters strategic partnership with Switzerland-based Edmond de Rothschild

The private banking services of BIDV, with support from Switzerland-based private banking institution Edmond de Rothschild, are expected to provide tailored financial solutions and investment advice to high-net-worth clients in Vietnam.
su song comes to six senses con dao

Su Song comes to Six Senses Con Dao

A unique art show as part of the Su Song main event series is taking place at Six Senses Con Dao resort on May 4 and May 6.
frieslandcampina vietnam introduces nutritional solutions for childrens breakfasts

FrieslandCampina Vietnam introduces nutritional solutions for children’s breakfasts

FrieslandCampina Vietnam, which produces the Dutch Lady, Friso, Fristi, and Yomost brands, has introduced nutritional improvement solutions for Vietnamese children’s breakfasts.