21-03-2023 16:12
International organisations and investors hope to work closely with the authorities and business community to foster digital transformation, raising demand for public-private partnerships, according to experts and representatives of firms at VIR's forum on Tuesday.
21-03-2023 10:55
VIR's forum on Digital Transformation: Faster - Smarter - Greener on March 21 opened up new and practical information flows about dual transformation trends – digital and green – in the fields of manufacturing, finance and banking, and e-commerce and logistics.
20-03-2023 21:00
Vietnam is accelerating digital transformation and green growth towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Denis Brunetti, president of Ericsson in Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos, talked to VIR’s Tung Anh about the importance of technology and 5G in particular, as well as strategic partnerships in supporting the country’s vision.
20-03-2023 16:00
Companies are betting on digital transformation and 5G to increase operational efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability. David Lidén, trade commissioner of Sweden to Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about the lessons from Sweden in the twin green and digital transition.
20-03-2023 09:59
Key industry players are calling for the delay of increased taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks to support business recovery and ensure they do not undermine economic growth.
20-03-2023 09:54
Foreign employers are pleading for a more straightforward process in obtaining work permits, but authorities have pointed out that ensuring a smooth process is a 2-way street.
20-03-2023 09:50
Significant focus was placed on revitalising the economy, smoothing out tax issues, and ensuring a green transition at last week’s Vietnam Business Forum.
20-03-2023 08:00
Openness is vital for countries to boost the recovery of tourism. Pham Hong Long, dean of Tourism Studies at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities in Hanoi, offered his thoughts to VIR’s Hong Hanh on unlocking the potential of Vietnam’s tourism via its visa policy.
17-03-2023 16:29
Vietnam has the potential to offer an economical and environmentally friendly energy source for economic growth, according to attendees at a recent workshop discussing offshore wind power.
17-03-2023 15:16
De Heus, Bel Ga and Green Roof have formed a partnership with a view to deliver a positive impact on Vietnam’s sustainability progress. Johan van den Ban, CEO of De Heus Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Thanh Van the importance of the latest tie-up between the three companies.
15-03-2023 15:38
Progressive businesses are looking to enhance the representation of women for specialised positions. April Tayson, regional vice president for India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand at analytics platform Adjust, discussed with VIR’s Luu Huong the challenges women experience in the tech industry.
15-03-2023 14:44
Policymakers, international organisations, and domestic and foreign businesses will gather at the 2nd digital transformation forum on March 21 to discuss possible routes to a faster, smarter and greener future.
15-03-2023 11:00
Vietnam’s textiles, garments, and footwear are compelled to compete on the basis of quality, the environment, and the working conditions of its employees, since low-cost labour and cheap prices are no longer an advantage.
15-03-2023 10:49
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, managing director of Cisco Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia Luong Thi Le Thuy shared her thoughts with VIR's Thanh Van about the role of women in the tech industry.
15-03-2023 10:00
Manufacturers in Vietnam are promoting the recycling, collection, and treatment of waste and disposable plastic packaging, as well as more environmentally friendly products.