a stronger digital economy ecosystem for vietnam

A stronger digital economy ecosystem for Vietnam

The country is developing its digital economy with four key pillars: the ICT industry, digitalisation of economic sectors, digital governance, and digital data. Tran Minh Tuan, director of the Department of Digital Economy and Society under the Ministry of Information and Communications, spoke with VIR’s Thuy Nguyen about the driving forces shaping this transformation.
supporting plans will sustain science and technology law

Supporting plans will sustain science and technology law

The Ministry of Science and Technology is working on law changes to keep up with the global developments. Bui The Duy, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology, talked to VIR’s Thuy Nguyen about how important the alterations will be to future market progress.
some adaption efforts paying off at seaports

Some adaption efforts paying off at seaports

After various setbacks, joint venture seaports in Vietnam came out of the shadows in the first half of 2024, but many still worry about prolonged challenges.
better procurement conditions crafted

Better procurement conditions crafted

With the latest issuance of new procurement regulations, medical facilities and businesses are expected to have answers in procurement of drugs and medical supplies, as long as they are enforced.
aircraft shortage should pose no effect on aviation recovery

Aircraft shortage should pose no effect on aviation recovery

Vietnam’s aviation industry is being affected by an apparent shortfall of aircraft. Dinh Viet Thang, head of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Thuy Nguyen about the reason behind the scenes and the possible solutions ahead to stabilise the market.
acecook vietnams approach to sustainable development

Acecook Vietnam’s approach to sustainable development

With the business philosophy of pursuing a culinary path to contribute to Vietnamese society, Acecook Vietnam is building a brand associated with corporate social responsibility, and continuing its sustainable development efforts.
specialities fair enhances local trade

Specialities fair enhances local trade

With a decade of partnering with businesses and localities, a Vietnam local specialities fair is helping to promote trade and business connections while strengthening the local supply and value chain.
supporting innovative startups with ip legal consultancy

Supporting innovative startups with IP legal consultancy

The Vietnam Intellectual Property Research Institute (VIPRI), under the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), coordinated with its partners to host a conference on November 23 in Ho Chi Minh City to discuss the need for legal consultancy on intellectual property (IP) for innovative startups and sci-tech firm.
commercial outsourcing the rising trend in healthcare

Commercial outsourcing: the rising trend in healthcare

Commercial outsourcing has become a popular trend in the regional healthcare industry regionally as companies are increasingly finding new and innovative routes to enhance cost-effectiveness and differentiate services.
sea games 31 vietnam wins two more golds in rowing

SEA Games 31: Vietnam wins two more golds in rowing

Vietnam pocketed two more gold medals in women’s rowing events held in Thuy Nguyen district, the northern city of Hai Phong, on May 13 as part of the ongoing SEA Games 31.
new measures made to attract tech talent

New measures made to attract tech talent

Driven by rising tech acceleration, foreign-invested manufacturers in Vietnam are facing challenges in hiring the needed talent for growth, with digital skills being among the highest demands.
astrazeneca pioneering sustainability across full span of global pharma operations

AstraZeneca - Pioneering sustainability across full span of global pharma operations

With strong commitments and efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions globally, AstraZeneca is pioneering the Net-Zero Corporate Standard of the new Science Based Targets initiative in the pharmaceutical industry. Nitin Kapoor, chairman and general director of AstraZeneca Vietnam, discussed with Thuy Nguyen the company’s sustainable development strategy and its contribution to the sustainable growth of healthcare in Vietnam.
carlsberg vietnam sustainability is the only way forward

Carlsberg Vietnam - Sustainability is the only way forward

Sustainability has always been the guiding light of Carlsberg’s operations. Throughout its three decades of presence in Vietnam, the brewer has stepped up to make countless meaningful contributions in times of need. During COVID-19, Carlsberg’s purpose of “Brewing for a better today and tomorrow” was more relevant than ever, urging the company to double down on its local contributions.
huge profits call into question vaccine non profit statements

Huge profits call into question vaccine non-profit statements

Amid global campaigners’ claims of profiteering taking place surrounding COVID-19 vaccines, the largest vaccine producers are resolute that affordable vaccines are being offered to the public on a not-for-profit basis.
asian giants retain grip of vietnamese logistics sector

Asian giants retain grip of Vietnamese logistics sector

There will be little change in current trends of mergers and acquisitions in Vietnam’s logistics industry this year as domestic players remain sellers and Asian investors continue to gain the upper hand.