eu opens probe into tiktok youtube over child protection

EU opens probe into TikTok, YouTube over child protection

The EU announced investigations on Thursday into YouTube and TikTok to find out what action the US and Chinese-owned platforms are taking to ensure the safety of minors.
blackpink star lisa removed from chinese social media after cabaret show

Blackpink star Lisa removed from Chinese social media after cabaret show

K-pop singer Lisa of megastar girl group Blackpink has been banned from China's Weibo social media platform, sparking speculation among fans Friday that the censorship was tied to a burlesque performance she gave in Paris.
authorities request response to chinese apparel rules

Authorities request response to Chinese apparel rules

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has emphasised the significance of China implementing a ruling on the third-party inspection of apparel products, particularly as exports to the market continue to decline.
substantial funding backs up spc flooring opportunities

Substantial funding backs up SPC flooring opportunities

Imports of stone-polymer composite (SPC) flooring into the US market has declined, creating an opportunity for non-Chinese manufacturers like Neo Floor. VIR ‘s Van Nguyen discussed this with Neo Floor CEO Le Quang.
zte and huawei strengthen tech alliances with vietnam

ZTE and Huawei strengthen tech alliances with Vietnam

In a strategic move highlighting the deepening ties between Vietnam and two of China's tech giants, President Vo Van Thuong on October 19 engaged in discussions with executives from ZTE and Huawei.
minister welcomes chinese firms plan to expand operations in vietnam

Minister welcomes Chinese firm’s plan to expand operations in Vietnam

Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung has welcomed China Communications Construction Co. Ltd (CCCC)’s plan to expand investment and business activities in Vietnam while meeting a representative of the firm in Beijing on October 19.
chinese investors eye new business deals

Chinese investors eye new business deals

Chinese investors, driven by Vietnam’s strategic position and their own financial prowess, are deeply embedding themselves across various sectors in the country.
thailand strengthens monitoring of product standards to curb cheap imports

Thailand strengthens monitoring of product standards to curb cheap imports

The Industry Ministry is being asked to allow the creation of a new regulatory unit to help it monitor product standards, aiming to control the influx of cheap Chinese imports, said the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
chinese activity a strong part of enhancing investment

Chinese activity a strong part of enhancing investment

China has surpassed South Korea and Japan to become the second-largest foreign investor in Vietnam this year. Seck Yee Chung, partner at Baker McKenzie Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Thanh Van about the Chinese funding that is ramping up in Vietnam.
two foreigners confirmed dead in bangkoks shooting

Two foreigners confirmed dead in Bangkok’s shooting

The shooting at Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok, Thailand left two women dead, one Chinese and the other Myanmar, confirmed Commissioner – General of the Royal Thai Police Pol General Torsak Sukvimol. ​
thai chinese firms tie up in cross border payment

Thai, Chinese firms tie up in cross-border payment

TrueMoney, a leading fintech company in Thailand, has partnered with Ant Group of China to launch cross-border mobile payments between Thailand and China, allowing Thai tourists to use TrueMoney e-wallet to make payments to tens of millions of merchants in China.
vinfast eyes europe expansion amid potential eu tariffs on chinese evs

VinFast eyes Europe expansion amid potential EU tariffs on Chinese EVs

VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is gearing up to expand its footprint in EU, capitalising on potential shifts in market dynamics.
energy china eyes expansion in vietnam with increased investment in renewable projects

Energy China eyes expansion in Vietnam with increased investment in renewable projects

Energy China, a Fortune 500 energy conglomerate, has unveiled plans to expand its investments in Vietnam.
chinese rail and power giants seek major investment in vietnams infrastructure

Chinese rail and power giants seek major investment in Vietnam's infrastructure

China Railway Construction Corporation and PowerChina about show strong interest in joining Vietnam's infrastructure endeavours, especially the proposed Lao Cai - Hanoi - Haiphong railway project.
ev charging stations enticing for investors

EV charging stations enticing for investors

As electric vehicles become more popular, developing charging stations and equipment is a promising area for investment.