air pollution kills 1200 children a year eu agency

Air pollution kills 1,200 children a year: EU agency

Air pollution still causes more than 1,200 premature deaths a year in under 18's across Europe and increases the risk of chronic disease later in life, the EU environmental agency said Monday.
nations real estate requiring a greater policy drive

Nation’s real estate requiring a greater policy drive

The second quarter of this year will see new legal documents issued that will alleviate difficulties in Vietnam’s real estate market. Nguyen Van Dinh, deputy chairman of the Vietnam Real Estate Association, spoke with VIR’s Hai Van about the issues involved.
health ministry urges quickening vaccination against covid 19

Health Ministry urges quickening vaccination against COVID-19

Amidst the rapidly increasing number of new cases of COVID-19, the Health Ministry has urged continued efforts to accelerate vaccination against COVID-19, with priority given to groups of high risks of developing serious symptoms and even dying when contracting the virus.
vietnam strengthens green branding

Vietnam strengthens green branding

Vietnamese businesses face a new challenge as consumption patterns swiftly transition towards environmentally favourable goods.
pg and central retail vietnam launch forest restoration drive

P&G and Central Retail Vietnam launch forest restoration drive

In celebration of Earth Day 2023 on April 22, P&G Vietnam, in collaboration with Central Retail Vietnam and Gaia Vietnam, have launched the 'Forests for Good' restoration scheme to promote environmental protection and inspire consumers to play an active role in preserving the earth.
real estate needs urgent legal supply and capital reform

Real estate needs urgent legal, supply, and capital reform

Dr. Can Van Luc, a member of the National Financial and Monetary Policy Advisory Council, gave his view on the real estate sector during the VIR-held seminar "Untangling Real Estate: Promoting Growth" on April 19.
aws dreaming big for vietnams cloud aspirations

AWS dreaming big for Vietnam’s cloud aspirations

Amazon Web Services is expanding in Vietnam to tap into growing demands for cloud computing. Conor McNamara, managing director for ASEAN at AWS, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about the future of the market.
japanese investors weigh up options

Japanese investors weigh up options

Although Japanese manufacturers may be planning to cut production abroad over the next few years, some groups are being encouraged to increase focus on the Global South to increase security and take advantage of new business environments.
more action to remove obstacles in real estate market

More action to remove obstacles in real estate market

Solutions to create more favourable conditions for capital inflows were outlined in an insightful roundtable discussion titled Removing bottlenecks and promoting the growth of the real estate market held by VIR on April 19 in Hanoi.
lenders must embrace responsibility to real estate

Lenders must embrace responsibility to real estate

The banking system is under pressure to assist the real estate market through recent turbulence. Dr. Le Xuan Nghia, member of the National Financial and Monetary Policy Advisory Council, talked with VIR’s Hong Dung about the situation and projections for what is to come.
building a team to make most of funding in vietnam

Building a team to make most of funding in Vietnam

Vietnam witnessed slow foreign investments in Q1. Matthew Lourey, managing partner of professional corporate services company Acclime, shared his insight to VIR’s Hong Nhung about the inflow of this kind of funding into the country in the months to come.
veranda vietnamese presents culinary journey through vietnam

Veranda Vietnamese presents culinary journey through Vietnam

Grand Mercure Danang's new restaurant, Veranda Vietnamese, opened its doors on April 15 to offer exquisite and authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
cih moves towards sustainable healthcare development

CIH moves towards sustainable healthcare development

City International Hospital (CIH) is performing well and striving to improve community healthcare. Ta Thi Thanh Thuy, MD, PhD, medical director, head of Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of City International Hospital, sat down with VIR’s Bich Thuy to discuss the highlights of this journey and the challenges that lie ahead in sustainable development.
going digital the answer to withstand global fluctuations

Going digital the answer to withstand global fluctuations

As a retail bank with a strong foothold in small- and medium-sized enterprises, ACB expects to continue its growth momentum. ACB chairman Tran Hung Huy and CEO Tu Tien Phat spoke with VIR’s Le Luu about the bank’s digital transformation and its strategic plan for 2023.
evaluating the elements at heart of non life insurance

Evaluating the elements at heart of non-life insurance

Customers should carefully consider the terms of non-life insurance contracts to ensure optimal benefits before buying any products. Vo Manh Tin, deputy general director of AAA Insurance Company, chatted to VIR’s Le Luu about the current trends in the sector.