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Asian issuers show global leadership to embrace sustainability agenda

October 05, 2021 | 16:50

Asian issuers put great stock in environmental and social issues, putting them ahead of their global peers, according to a recent HSBC survey.

COVID-19 remains rampant in Southeast Asia nations

July 31, 2021 | 11:44

The Delta variant of coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which was first detected in India, has continued to spread in Southeast Asian nations, with Indonesia recording the highest rate of infection.

Citi report flags Asia to play leading role in building a sustainable future

July 20, 2021 | 12:37

A new report from Citi revealed that more clients are embracing different areas of finance to meet their environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals.

Asia’s newest manufacturing centre

February 12, 2021 | 00:00

Vietnam is set to become the next manufacturing hub in Asia, beating its regional competitors as its economy managed to grow 2.9 per cent in 2020 and is forecast to grow 6.5-7 per cent in 2021.

Asia beckons

February 05, 2021 | 15:29

Every day, we are bombarded with headlines and news flashes. Reading these pings, we could all be forgiven for asking “will this year be any different from the last?” Infection rates are hitting record highs, with travel restrictions being further tightened and jobless rates facing a lagged hit. The geopolitical landscape appears as febrile as ever.

Cen Land makes it on Forbes Asia's Best Under a Billion

August 25, 2020 | 09:00

Cen Land is one of six Vietnamese companies in Forbes Asia's Best Under a Billion list.

McKinsey: 8-13 per cent of Asia GDP to be at risk from climate change by 2025

August 14, 2020 | 11:09

A new report by McKinsey & Co. has just highlighted the severe socio-economic impacts of intensifying climate hazards for Asian countries, including Vietnam.

Sun Life Financial increases footprint in Asia

August 10, 2020 | 09:19

Canada-based insurer and asset manager Sun Life Financial is seeking opportunities to acquire Asian companies in a bid to increase its footprint in the region.

Vietnam – one of the best long-term growth stories in Asia

August 04, 2020 | 21:06

Vietnam is one of the best long-term growth stories in Asia and is one of the most preferred frontier markets, according to HSBC.

Red Bull marks Positive Day with Asian record to spread positive power across Vietnam

July 13, 2020 | 14:37

Red Bull organised Vietnam's first Positive Day by setting an Asia-wide record to move young people to action and spread positivity across the country.

C.T Group receives Best Company to Work for in Asia award

July 04, 2020 | 11:51

C.T Group was honoured as one of the best companies to work for in Asia at the HR Asia Award 2020 ceremony held in Ho Chi Minh City on July 1.

China virus sends shockwaves through Asia tourist industry

January 27, 2020 | 20:54

A deadly virus that has prompted travel restrictions in China is sending shockwaves through Asia's tourism industry, which has become increasingly reliant on growing numbers of Chinese visitors.