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Changes in consumer habits are putting e-commerce platforms under pressure to transform sustainably.
14-06-2024 15:00
British University Vietnam (BUV) stands as a pioneer in higher education, being the first and only international university in Vietnam authorised to deliver university degrees from the UK.
02-06-2024 18:00
Vietnam is enhancing its appeal to both domestic and international investors in line with its long-term green goals. Emily Hamblin, British Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, and Tiong Hooi Ong, partner at PwC Vietnam, shared insights on the prospects and challenges of climate finance with VIR’s Luu Huong.
02-06-2024 11:00
Environmental and sustainability issues have gained significant importance in a wide range of industries and organisations globally. Pulkit Abrol, regional director for Asia-Pacific at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), told VIR’s Nguyen Thu his vision for sustainable development and how to drive positive change.
26-05-2024 08:00
Vietnam’s sustainable development ambitions will be helped along through an international trade event taking place in Hanoi this week, aiming to foster regional economic development and sustainability.
22-05-2024 16:10
The 2024 Vietnam ESG Investor Conference saw industry leaders and investors converge at New World Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City on May 16-17 to address the pressing challenges posed by climate change and chart a course towards a more equitable future.
20-05-2024 10:36
Vietnam’s strategic focus on attracting high-quality foreign investment is being demonstrated through its emphasis on green and digital transformation projects, supported by robust legal frameworks and a strong commitment to sustainability and technological innovation.
20-05-2024 08:30
Accountants are now crucial in managing both digital transformation and environmental sustainability. Pulkit Abrol, regional director for Asia-Pacific, and Chun Wee Chiew, regional lead for Policy and Insights for Asia-Pacific at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), emphasised to VIR’s Linh Le the role of upskilling and robust policies in driving sustainable business practices and tech advancements.
10-05-2024 07:36
The new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) aims to reshape environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards for businesses both within and linked to the EU. Nguyen Hoang Nam, ESG leader and partner, along with Luong The Cuong, ESG manager in Assurance Services at PwC Vietnam, explore the implications of the CSRD for Vietnam and outline the necessary strategic actions for compliance with these new standards.
30-04-2024 15:37
Vietnam is heading towards sustainability in its economic performance. Bruno Jaspaert, CEO of DEEP C Industrial Zones, talked to VIR’s Linh Le about the transformative journey towards sustainability in Vietnam’s business ecosystem, and DEEP C’s pivotal role in this evolution.
19-04-2024 14:42
Sustainability Economics, a global provider of net-zero solutions, announced on April 17 that it has chosen the Asia Carbon Institute's (ACI) standard for evaluating a 'transition-credits' methodology that aims to expedite the phase-out of coal-fired power plants (CFPPs) in the region.
16-04-2024 14:05
Citi was recognised by Environmental Finance magazine, a leading publication in the sustainable debt finance market, as lead manager of the year for corporate green bonds, lead manager of the year for corporate sustainability bonds and lead manager of the year for supranational, sub-sovereign and agency green bonds.
15-04-2024 15:48
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel has earned the distinction of being the first Marriott International property in Vietnam to receive the Green Globe certification in sustainability.
15-04-2024 15:41
On April 12, United Overseas Bank (Vietnam) Limited (UOB Vietnam) signed a green trade finance facility agreement with Ben Tre Import Export Joint-Stock Corporation (Betrimex) on sustainable coconut production.
08-04-2024 09:45
While Vietnam and businesses are moving towards sustainability, hubs of environmental concerns remain in attractive investment destinations, requiring a change in order to become competitive.