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.
getting to grips with vietnams digitalisation of healthcare

Getting to grips with Vietnam’s digitalisation of healthcare

Digital transformation is one of the healthcare sector’s priorities in the context of international integration and Industry 4.0. Deputy Minister of Health Nguyen Thi Lien Huong talked to with VIR’s Bich Thuy about the digitalisation journey, and what lies ahead.
the major hindrances to tourism logistics expansion

The major hindrances to tourism logistics expansion

Vietnam’s tourism logistics has not yet established optimal conditions for visitors. VIR’s Angela Nguyen spoke with Samuel Wilson, CEO of TKHS Group Incorporated, about the measure required to boost tourism logistics.
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.
tin thanh group pioneering truck operation service package in the us

Tin Thanh Group pioneering truck operation service package in the US

After making a mark in the environment and energy industries with saturated steam production for industries, businessman Tran Dinh Quyen is cherishing a new transport-based mission in the United States.
cloud technology thriving in vietnam

Cloud technology thriving in Vietnam

Cloud computing is changing the way businesses perform in Vietnam, and proving increasingly important for future growth. Werner Vogels, CTO at Amazon, spoke with VIR’s Bich Thuy about how future tech trends will impact digital transformation in the country.
japan and vietnam underline rules on workers abroad

Japan and Vietnam underline rules on workers abroad

Policies to support and protect the rights of workers abroad is a contentious issue. Pham Viet Huong, deputy director of the Department of Overseas Labour under the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs told VIR’s Tra My about the latest points in human resource development cooperation between Vietnam and Japan.
cp vietnam responds to earth day 2023

C.P. Vietnam responds to Earth Day 2023

The Earth Day campaign from C.P. Vietnam with the mission Everyone can Make the World Cleaner has attracted almost 1,000 employees from various branches.
only way is up for australian ties

Only way is up for Australian ties

Inspired by the way in which Vietnam has grown its economy and lifted living standards, Australian minister for Trade and Tourism Don Farrell shared with VIR’s Nhat Ha his belief to move towards a comprehensive strategic partnership that would improve business prospects between the two countries.
concocting a defensive ma strategy to build resilience

Concocting a defensive M&A strategy to build resilience

Today’s economic situation can be a catalyst for opportunity through mergers and acquisitions to facilitate businesses to build resilience. Le Viet Anh Phong, financial advisory lead at Deloitte Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Luu Huong about the strategies expected to prevail this year.
highlighting worker health and safety

Highlighting worker health and safety

Chihoko Asada-Miyakawa, the International Labour Organization’s regional director for Asia and the Pacific explains why making safe and healthy working environments is a fundamental right for workers and what can be done to make this a reality.
intellectual property key to innovation driven economy

Intellectual property key to innovation-driven economy

Intellectual property is playing an increasing role in accelerating innovation and creativity. Andrew Ong, Asia-Pacific director for the World Intellectual Property Organization, talked to VIR's Bich Thuy about the issue, and the role of women in the process.
commencement of the 2023 hanoi environmental protection media programme

Commencement of the 2023 Hanoi Environmental Protection Media Programme

On April 24, Hanoitimes and Hanoi Department of Natural Resources and Environment began the 2023 Hanoi Environmental Protection media initiative.
marine planning set for na approval

Marine planning set for NA approval

The marine spatial planning is being assigned to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and will be submitted to the National Assembly for approval.
office developers inclined to incorporate esg standards

Office developers inclined to incorporate ESG standards

Integrating environmental, social, and governance elements is the latest survival strategy for operators of leased office buildings, with experts noting that issues remain with post-pandemic workspace changes.