connect with nature to enjoy the moment

Connect with nature to enjoy the moment

In November 2022, AkzoNobel's Dulux paint brand announced the "Enjoy the Moment" campaign to with four new inspiring and trending colour palettes for 2023. This is one of the world's leading global paint and coatings company's annual activities to inspire a living space makeover at the end of the year. Nguyen Phi Anh Dao, ead of Marketing, Decorative Paints at AkzoNobel Vietnam spoke with VIR about the importance and target of the campaign.
mb listed among top companies with best annual reports in vietnam

MB listed among top companies with best annual reports in Vietnam

MB was recently recognised as one of the top 10 large-cap listed companies with the best annual reports in 2022 thanks to the inclusion of a sustainability report, responsibility for environmental protection, social security, and great compliance with corporate governance criteria in line with domestic and international practices.
the proactive pursuit of sustainability

The proactive pursuit of sustainability

The Vietnamese business community is pursuing sustainable development. Patrick Haverman, deputy resident representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Thanh Tung about how this will help it improve competitiveness and expand performance.
determination on show by businesses to be esg ready

Determination on show by businesses to be ESG ready

Many businesses in Vietnam are advised to use environmental, social, and governance criteria as soon as possible as an effective tool for their sustainable development and improve their competitiveness. However, numerous challenges are facing them ahead.
hospitality industry joins esg

Hospitality industry joins ESG

Environmental, social, and governance criteria are still a new concept for most tourism and hotel businesses in Vietnam, but the success stories of a number of pioneering brands have contributed to inspiring businesses to embrace them more, with several companies picking up awards at a seminar organised by Vietnam Investment Review last week.
businesses identify esg importance

Businesses identify ESG importance

While many businesses in Vietnam now consider environmental, social, and governance goals as crucial in the journey to sustainable development, lack of knowledge and resources will remain a barrier for some time.
basfs route towards a circular economy

BASF's route towards a circular economy

German multinational chemical company BASF is targeting a sustainable future. Dr. Carola Richter, president in Asia-Pacific (excluding China) for BASF, shared with VIR’s Bich Ngoc methods for this goal.
imf chief warns of bigger chance world growth slows below 2

IMF chief warns of bigger chance world growth slows below 2%

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warned Thursday that the chance of global growth dropping below two percent -- last seen during the coronavirus outbreak and the global financial crisis of 2009 -- is increasing as major economies slow.
choosing the optimal time for greener investment

Choosing the optimal time for greener investment

In the context of a drop in textile and apparel orders, the purchasing power of the industry has diminished as a result of the economic recession and inflation. Truong Van Cam, general secretary and vice chairman of the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association, explained to VIR’s The Hai why now is the time for textile producers to explore restructuring and investing in their facilities under a greener model.
the legal adaption measures expected from pharma groups

The legal adaption measures expected from pharma groups

Multinational corporations in Vietnam are expecting changes in drug rules to make more business and investment progress. Tran Ngoc Anh, representative of the US-ASEAN Business Council, discussed with VIR’s Bich Thuy the current barriers and expectations stemming from legal adjustments.
british university vietnam opens scholarship and financial support fund 2023

British University Vietnam opens scholarship and financial support fund 2023

The BUV Scholarship and Financial Aid Fund offers prestigious scholarships, helping talented students benefit from a British education environment of international standards to pave the foundation for a successful career in the future.
the importance of being alert in capital negotiations

The importance of being alert in capital negotiations

Based on experience of raising funds for blockchain projects, William Do, CEO of HOBBIT Investment, explained to VIR’s Anh Hoa why it is critical to be alert in deals, identify the actual status of the project to avoid risks, and figure out investment priorities.
optimism urged for 2023 capital market prospects

Optimism urged for 2023 capital market prospects

Vietnam’s capital market has evolved at a pace that may have exceeded forecasts during the last decade, but investor education and environmental, social, and governance awareness are now pressing concerns. Dominic Scriven, chairman of Dragon Capital, discussed with VIR’s Luu Huong how to accelerate the adoption of such standards to promote sustainability and the position of Vietnam’s capital sector.
the solutions for stronger canadian moves in vietnam

The solutions for stronger Canadian moves in Vietnam

Vietnam and Canada are going through a heyday in bilateral ties, and currently celebrating a 5-year comprehensive partnership. Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Shawn Perry Steil talked to VIR’s Thanh Tung about how the cooperation will continue to flourish.
esg key to sustainable development conference

ESG key to sustainable development: conference

On November 29, the “ESG - The Key to Sustainable Development” conference, organised by Vietnam Investment Review (VIR), saw the attendance of about 100 guests from state agencies, speakers, press and media agencies, and nearly 40 enterprises in Vietnam.