unlocking the potential of healthcare innovations

Unlocking the potential of healthcare innovations

While health innovation in Vietnam is taking place strongly, many challenges prevent the sector from unlocking its full potential. Do Xuan Tuyen, Deputy Minister of Health, talked to VIR’s Minh Tung about global lessons to improve the situation.
vir conference highlights innovation in vietnams healthcare sector

VIR conference highlights innovation in Vietnam's healthcare sector

A conference organised by Vietnam Investment Review (VIR) themed "Empowering Innovation for Vietnam's Sustainable Healthcare" was held on September 25, offering an opportunity for policymakers and companies to discuss innovation in Vietnam's healthcare sector.
gsk from treatment to prevention for healthy ageing

GSK: from treatment to prevention for healthy ageing

Dr. Pham Thi My Lien, president of GSK Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Bich Thuy about the importance of adult vaccinations, one of the most effective interventions contributing to improved quality of life, reducing the burden on healthcare, the economy, and society.
takedas decade of healthcare commitments in vietnam

Takeda’s decade of healthcare commitments in Vietnam

For over 10 years, Takeda has been a dedicated healthcare partner in Vietnam, delivering transformative treatments and contributing significant value to public health. The recent approval of its dengue vaccine further strengthens this commitment. Dion Warren, Takeda’s area head for India and Southeast Asia, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about the company’s journey and its plans to bring more innovative medicines to Vietnam.
mufg bank vietnam and zeroboard forge partnership in support of decarbonisation management

MUFG Bank Vietnam and Zeroboard forge partnership in support of decarbonisation management

On September 17, MUFG Bank Vietnam entered an MoU with Zeroboard Inc., a Japanese tech startup that helps companies calculate and visualise their greenhouse gas emissions across operations and supply chains.
empowering innovation for vietnams sustainable healthcare

Empowering innovation for Vietnam's sustainable healthcare

VIR plans to host a healthcare conference on September 25, expecting to attract about 200 participants, including policymakers, international organisations, senior experts, and those from the business community.
carlsberg vietnam donates 44000 to support typhoon yagi recovery efforts

Carlsberg Vietnam donates $44,000 to support Typhoon Yagi recovery efforts

Carlsberg Vietnam, together with its employees, has donated over VND1.1 billion ($44,688) to support northern cities and provinces in Vietnam severely hit by Typhoon Yagi.
new vehicle sales reach over 25000 in august

New vehicle sales reach over 25,000 in August

Automakers under the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA) reported sales of 25,196 vehicles in August, up 12 per cent on-year.
singaporean doctors landing in vietnam to treat complex medical conditions

Singaporean doctors landing in Vietnam to treat complex medical conditions

Thomson Medical Group, the owner of FV Hospital, announced on September 9 that 11 Singaporean healthcare organisations are to send their top surgeons to Vietnam to treat various complex medical conditions.
sustainable fishing a must for yellow card removal

Sustainable fishing a must for yellow card removal

Vietnam is intensifying a crackdown on unregulated fishing in order to obey various international regulations.
ho chi minh city targets global competitiveness with strategic logistics centres

Ho Chi Minh City targets global competitiveness with strategic logistics centres

Ho Chi Minh City has unveiled an ambitious logistics infrastructure development plan aimed at boosting seaport cargo capacity and creating regional logistics hubs. In the face of increasing globalisation and rising freight demand, the city aims to establish eight key logistics centres, slated for completion by 2030. These projects are expected to be a critical economic driver, not only for the city but for the broader southeast region.
andrew khan appointed as new managing director of carlsberg vietnam

Andrew Khan appointed as new managing director of Carlsberg Vietnam

Andrew Khan has been appointed the new managing director of Carlsberg Vietnam.
capital law expands healthcare prospects

Capital law expands healthcare prospects

The amended Law on Capital City, which was given the go-ahead in June, orients synchronous and balanced development, and ensures high connectivity and effective interaction between both the national and local health facility networks in Hanoi.
growing ai applications now prevalent in healthcare

Growing AI applications now prevalent in healthcare

AI is now getting increasing attention and more investment in research, with AI application success in many fields, including healthcare.
businesses embrace green transformation for net zero goals

Businesses embrace green transformation for net-zero goals

Businesses' efforts to realise Vietnam's net-zero goal are being fostered, creating strong momentum for a seamless green transformation in terms of awareness, thinking, and action.