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South Koreans stay at summit of flow charts

January 20, 2022 | 16:59

South Korean investors have yet again managed to stay at the top of the food chain in Vietnam’s investment environment in 2021. However, their presence also entails a network of satellite businesses that leave little room for domestic competitors.

South Korean banks add to prospects in Vietnam

December 21, 2021 | 17:00

Vietnam is well-positioned to become an alluring investment constituent in Southeast Asia, particularly for South Korean financial holdings.

Thu Thiem projects gear up for another push forward

October 19, 2021 | 12:30

Two multi-million dollar ventures for Thu Thiem New Urban Area, both backed by South Korean giants, are picking up the pace after this summer’s restrictions fell into the rear-view mirror.

Making the most of South Korean demand

July 08, 2021 | 09:00

During the past several months Synic Solution Co., Ltd, a South Korean fabless semiconductor manufacturing company, has been looking for a domestic company to establish a joint venture in order to exploit the potential of the semiconductor manufacturing s

LG switching older complexities for new?

June 23, 2021 | 11:00

Amid dented consumer consumption and growing production costs, LG’s move to expand its home appliance production and exit the smartphone sector could present the South Korean conglomerate with new hurdles.

Strong bonds with South Korean partners for deeper integration

March 24, 2021 | 18:29

Vietnam and South Korean businesses are expected to enjoy more investment opportunities soon and participate in the global supply chains thanks to new deals enabling them to implement investment promotion programmes.

S. Korea e-commerce giant Coupang raises $4.2 bn in NY listing

March 11, 2021 | 17:33

South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang has raised $4.2 billion in its initial public offering that makes it the biggest listing in the United States so far this year.

South Korean focus on Southeast Asia perseveres

February 13, 2021 | 14:00

Last year has seen significant moves in business activities among South Korean investors in Vietnam, with confidence remaining stable despite the pandemic. Hong Sun, vice chairman of the Korea Chamber of Business in Vietnam, delves into the year’s highlights and key trends for 2021.

Samsung Electronics forecasts 25.7percent jump in Q4 operating profit

January 08, 2021 | 11:15

South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics flagged a jump of more than 25 percent in Q4 operating profit Friday, with working from home under the coronavirus pandemic driving demand for the devices powered by its chips.

Positive changes prevailing in South Korean investments

November 09, 2020 | 08:00

The lingering pandemic has already reshaped the global financial market, but foreign funds have still made their own ways into Vietnam.

Pig farm fuss highlights foul plight

October 19, 2020 | 08:26

A big pig farm in the northern province of Ninh Binh is in the centre of a serious pollution scandal, with the owner refusing responsibility and the local authorities woefully lacking oversight to set matters straight.

Space for South Korean involvement

August 27, 2020 | 08:00

With investors from South Korea investing heavily in the high-tech industry as well as commercial and financial projects aligned with the new development direction of Quang Ninh, the north-eastern province is paying growing regard to spurring investment flows from the East Asian country.