Vietnam Investment Review

Warburg Pincus invests in Xuyen A hospital chain

Warburg Pincus has announced it is investing in Xuyen A private general hospital group.

Japan's Tokyu researches semiconductor technology in Binh Duong

Japan's Tokyu Group has established research teams to explore investments in a number of new fields such as high technology and semiconductors in Binh Duong.

Schools under fire for tuition pay practices

Recent loan defaults within the education sector have raised concerns about the legality of certain financial practices, prompting calls for stricter sanctions and tighter management of capital mobilisation activities at educational institutions.

Planning for 30 airports to complete by 2025

The planning for 30 airports, both international and domestic, is expected to be completed by 2025 under a master plan on airport development for 2021-2030 with a vision towards 2050.
MPI calls for high-tech, green energy cooperation from Washington investors

Vietnam's Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has welcomed a delegation from Washington to discuss investment opportunities.
Vietnam's economic growth expected to pick up in 2024

Vietnam’s economy is expected to post 6 per cent growth in 2024, up from 5.1 per cent in 2023.

Apple announces Vietnam spending boost as CEO visits Hanoi

Cryptocurrency is not banned in Vietnam: Ministry

ADB forecasts 6 per cent growth for Vietnam

HCM City stimulates tourism with discounts up to 60 per cent

Experts give insight into Vietnam's retail sector

Christophe Péron, Index Partners, and James Miles-Lambert, Maison RMI, outline how Vietnam's specialised retail sector is developing.

Amendments to gold regulations on agenda

Vietnamese authorities have identified issues and will close regulatory loopholes to stabilise the gold market, according to Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank).

PV Power secures $300 million loan to fund LNG plants

PetroVietnam Power has signed a $300 million deal with Citibank and ING to supplement capital for Nhon Trach 3 and 4 power plants.

Corporate

CEO Talk Biz Link Vietnam Values

Vietnam’s agricultural products appeal to foreign customers

Corporate April 15, 2024 | 17:04

Vietnam’s agricultural products appeal to foreign customers

Vietnam's agricultural products were sold well in foreign markets in Q1, with a surge in both volume and prices documented.

Corporate April 15, 2024 | 17:00

Businesses press for EPR guidelines

Enterprises may be forced to deal with rising production costs in an attempt to comply with extended producer responsibility regulations without state support.

CEO Talk April 10, 2024 | 15:22

Wartsila CEO explores outlook of Vietnam's energy transition

Håkan Agnevall, president and CEO of Wartsila, spoke with VIR's Thanh Van about the outlook of Vietnam's energy transition.

Biz Link April 15, 2024 | 16:47

BUV announces new high-level personnel

British University Vietnam has appointed Dr. Paul Moody as the new discipline lead of the School of Communications and Creative Industries.

Investing

M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong

M&A April 16, 2024 | 09:00

Experts give insight into Vietnam's retail sector

Christophe Péron, Index Partners, and James Miles-Lambert, Maison RMI, outline how Vietnam's specialised retail sector is developing.

Investing April 15, 2024 | 17:06

Warburg Pincus invests in Xuyen A hospital chain

Warburg Pincus has announced it is investing in Xuyen A private general hospital group.

M&A April 16, 2024 | 09:00

Experts give insight into Vietnam's retail sector

Christophe Péron, Index Partners, and James Miles-Lambert, Maison RMI, outline how Vietnam's specialised retail sector is developing.

Outbound Investment March 28, 2024 | 10:01

VinFast expands into Thailand

VinFast has signed an MoU with 15 Thai dealers at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show.

Your Consultant

KPMG PwC RSM Vietnam D.lion Dentons LuatViet

Establishing and developing a virtual asset framework

Geopolitical tensions prompt a rethinking of trade

Your Consultant April 16, 2024 | 09:55

Establishing and developing a virtual asset framework

With the advancement of sci-tech, numerous new transaction forms and asset types have emerged, especially the rise of virtual assets.

Your Consultant April 09, 2024 | 09:17

Geopolitical tensions prompt a rethinking of trade

Bouts of escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict continue to make headlines over the world. While the EU only grew by 0.5 per cent in 2023 with a prospective growth of 0.9 per cent in 2024, the Russian economy, despite the sanctions, grew by 3.6 per cent in 2023 and is expected to grow by 2.6 per cent in 2024.

KPMG April 08, 2024 | 16:59

How companies can ramp up cybersecurity protections

As Vietnam’s digital economy grows, so does the bullseye for cybercriminals. Cyberattacks - numbering approximately 13,900 - have rippled through Vietnam’s systems, seizing more than 83,000 computers and servers with encryption ransomware in the past five years.

PwC March 18, 2024 | 11:31

Business model reinvention a priority for all retailers

There are challenges, opportunities, and transformation priorities in Vietnam’s retail sector.

RSM Vietnam April 01, 2024 | 09:24

Exciting automotive industry changes must be followed

The automotive and mobility industry is rapidly changing, driven by technological development and evolving consumer preferences. These transformations have given rise to a new era of innovation, where the boundaries of what is possible are being pushed to new heights.

D.lion March 31, 2023 | 19:50

DIGI-TEXX sets the standards in digital and business process outsourcing services

Since its first entry in Vietnam 20 years ago, DIGI-TEXX Vietnam, A German-invested company, has positioned itself as a leading, most trusted tech company offering world-class digitally-based business process outsourcing (BPO) services.

Dentons LuatViet April 05, 2024 | 15:40

New PDP8 implementation plan brings investment opportunities

The implementation of Vietnam's Power Development Plan VIII will help build strategic objectives and ensure national energy security.

Opinion

Håkan Agnevall

President and CEO of Wartsila

Wartsila CEO explores outlook of Vietnam's energy transition

AEO certification a testament to Piaggio's success

Gianluca Fiume

General director of Piaggio Vietnam

AEO certification a testament to Piaggio's success

Saint-Gobain promotes sustainable construction in Vietnam

Benoit Bazin

CEO of Saint-Gobain Group

Saint-Gobain promotes sustainable construction in Vietnam

TCP surges ahead with responsible initiatives

Saravoot Yoovidhya

CEO of TCP Group

TCP surges ahead with responsible initiatives

Topics

Digital Transformation Healthcare Platform Sustainable Energy Human Capital 4.0 Empowering Women Climate Change Response Special Administrative-Economic Zones Bank Scandals Safe and Sound Vietnam

Emagazine

January 29, 2024 | 06:00

Innovation for future communities

Official development assistance can act as the playing field for nations. Vietnam is no exception, having benefited from such assistance over the years in the building of many structures and systems up and down the country.

January 24, 2024 | 15:32

SABECO: 2023 journey of community development

By continuously supporting the younger generation to develop its talents, and spending large sums on activities for its staff, SABECO is showing its relentless sustainable development efforts and making positive contributions to the community.

November 17, 2023 | 15:13

Fuelling Vietnam's enterprises with 5G

One of the first Southeast Asian nations to pilot 5G networks, Vietnam is now setting up the path to become home to one of the region’s first 5G-powered smart factories.

November 09, 2023 | 12:35

Igniting creativity: inside Sun Life Vietnam's innovative workspaces

In its mission alongside embracing cultural and artistic expressions, Sun Life Vietnam pays special attention to cultivating creative workspaces to enhance the experiences of its staff, advisor and clients.

May 11, 2023 | 10:00

SABECO's taste for innovation takes the local brand to the world

SABECO's never-ending attempts to win new customers in an ever-changing economic and cultural environment has resulted in the company winning several prestigious awards at the World Beer Championship.

Green Growth

Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF

Australia strengthens climate and energy cooperation with Vietnam

MoIT seeks to broaden participation in power purchasing agreement

Tin Thanh Group signs one billion tonne carbon offset deal

UNEP helps monitor plastic pollution in Vietnam

Russia's Zarubezhneft eyes offshore wind power in Vietnam

Keppel expands energy-as-a-service presence in Vietnam

Green Growth April 15, 2024 | 15:33

Australia strengthens climate and energy cooperation with Vietnam

Australia hopes to drive cooperation on energy transition with Vietnam under the recently signed Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Green Growth April 12, 2024 | 10:33

MoIT seeks to broaden participation in power purchasing agreement

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed an expansion of the Direct Power Purchase Agreement mechanism.

Green Growth April 10, 2024 | 15:06

Tin Thanh Group signs one billion tonne carbon offset deal

Tin Thanh Group held a signing ceremony on April 9 to offset one billion tonnes of carbon annually and launch a global carbon credit NFT marketplace.

Green Growth April 09, 2024 | 16:03

UNEP helps monitor plastic pollution in Vietnam

The Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment (ISPONRE) under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) are building steps to implement a project on enhancing the capacity of plastic pollution management in Vietnam.

Green Growth April 09, 2024 | 15:18

Russia's Zarubezhneft eyes offshore wind power in Vietnam

Russian oil and gas company Zarubezhneft has expressed an interest in venturing beyond oil and gas exploitation to develop offshore wind projects in Vietnam.

Green Growth April 09, 2024 | 15:14

Keppel expands energy-as-a-service presence in Vietnam

Keppel has reached with KDI Holdings to provide EaaS solutions to a mixed-use development in Nha Trang.

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Property

Green Buildings Industrial Properties

Domestic steel demand expected to rebound amid warming real estate market

Property April 16, 2024 | 10:22

Nation urged to build on eco-IP model

A project on implementing eco-industrial parks in Vietnam has had significant results in terms of building policy institutions, environmental benefits, and socioeconomic development for businesses.

Property April 12, 2024 | 10:31

Domestic steel demand expected to rebound amid warming real estate market

Domestic steel demand is anticipated to rise this year due to the civil construction recovery and the positive impacts of the global steel market.

Green Buildings April 12, 2024 | 14:47

Driving green building development in Vietnam from legal aspect

Vietnam needs assessment tools and a roadmap to expedite green building projects, while introducing more incentive policies and increasing awareness about their benefits.

Industrial Properties April 12, 2024 | 13:00

Around 200 attend conference on eco-IPs

200 participants joined a conference on April 12 in Ho Chi Minh City to discuss the adoption of circular economy approaches in Vietnam's industrial parks.

Money

Insurance Smart Payment Trends Stock Monitor

Citi wins three Environmental Finance awards

Money April 16, 2024 | 14:05

Citi wins three Environmental Finance awards

Citi has been recognised with awards from Environmental Finance magazine.

Money April 16, 2024 | 13:00

Clarity sought for virtual asset future

Many businesses and investors involved in virtual assets are offering their ideas for a new legal route for the industry before its fate is decided next year.

Insurance April 09, 2024 | 09:54

Pivotal time for makeup of Vietnamese insurance

After a decade of consistent growth, Vietnam’s insurance industry is now undergoing a period of adjustment. The total insurance premium in 2023 fell by 8.4 per cent to $9.5 billion, with the life insurance sector experiencing the most significant on-year decline at 12.5 per cent.

Insurance April 05, 2024 | 15:15

Sun Life's charter capital now among the top three largest in Vietnam

Sun Life Vietnam has increased its charter capital to over $718 million.

Smart Payment Trends April 01, 2024 | 15:23

Garmin Vietnam announces expansion of payment service

Garmin Vietnam announced an expansion of its contactless payment service through its collaboration with five major banks on April 1.

Smart Payment Trends March 26, 2024 | 16:17

CARE and Mastercard to launch Strive Women in Vietnam

New programme will focus on women-led micro and small businesses as it aims to reach two million entrepreneurs in key regions of Vietnam over four years.

Infographics

Infographics April 12, 2024 | 09:08

Added value of industrial sector up 6.18 per cent in Q1

Vietnam’s industrial sector posted significant growth in the first quarter of 2024, of an estimated 6.18 per cent compared to the first quarter of 2023. In particular, manufacturing and processing saw robust growth of 6.98 per cent.

Infographics April 11, 2024 | 17:28

Son Doong Cave named among world’s 10 best

Son Doong Cave in the central province of Quang Binh has been ranked sixth among the 10 most beautiful caves in the world by British travel magazine Time Out. With 38.5 million cubic metres of space, the 9-kilometre-long cave is the world’s largest natural cave.

Timeout

Travel Hotels & Restaurants The Insider Entertainment Lifestyle

Timeout April 12, 2024 | 09:40

Vietnam Int’l Travel Mart opens in Hanoi

The Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) 2024 themed “Vietnam Tourism – Green Transition for Sustainable Development” kicked off in Hanoi on April 11, attracting 700 enterprises across the country and 16 foreign countries and territories.

Timeout April 11, 2024 | 10:28

Expensive airfares force travellers to rethink holiday plans

Destinations near big cities that can be reached by car have become the priority choice for many travellers during the upcoming holiday season due to soaring airline ticket prices.

Timeout April 11, 2024 | 15:25

Ninh Binh ranks 4th in top 10 less-visited wonders of the world

Ninh Binh ranks as the fourth less-visited wonder of the world, according to a recent report.

Timeout April 09, 2024 | 14:54

Chinese sci-fi fans divided over Netflix's '3 Body Problem'

Netflix's blockbuster "3 Body Problem", an adaptation of the crown jewel of Chinese sci-fi, has sparked passionate debate and divided opinions among fans in the country despite it not being available to watch there.

Hotels & Restaurants April 15, 2024 | 15:48

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel awarded Green Globe certification

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel is now the the first Marriott property in Vietnam with Green Globe certification.

The Insider April 02, 2024 | 12:09

The green and digital transition wings for the tourism industry

Vu The Binh, chairman of the Vietnam Tourism Association, speaks with VIR’s Ho Ha about the role of the green and digital transition.

Lifestyle April 04, 2024 | 15:51

'Humming at the End of a Dream' exhibition

The 'Humming at the End of a Dream' exhibition investigates Nghia Dang’s continuing interest in the construction of the psyche and the mind's capacity for image-making.

Entertainment April 09, 2024 | 14:54

Chinese sci-fi fans divided over Netflix's '3 Body Problem'

Netflix's blockbuster "3 Body Problem", an adaptation of the crown jewel of Chinese sci-fi, has sparked passionate debate and divided opinions among fans in the country despite it not being available to watch there.

Videos

My Khe on Asia’s most beautiful beach list: Tripadvisor

Three-month FDI inflow into Vietnam up 13.4 per cent

Opportunities from billion-dollar export items

Green energy - A trend in sustainable development

Sustainable Development 2023 conference

Night tour to Hanoi's Temple of Literature officially launched

Vietnam’s overseas investment up 4.6 per cent during nine months

Smart tourism ecosystem being developed

PM visits leading tech firms in Silicon Valley

18 renewable projects supplying energy to national grid

Turning paragliding into an interesting tourism offering

Sports

Sports April 15, 2024 | 09:31

Vietnamese golfer wins title at Taiwan amateur tournament

Vietnamese golfer Nguyen Anh Minh successfully won the 31st Taiwan Amateur Golf Championship 2024 on April 12 in Kaohsiung city.

Sports April 15, 2024 | 08:00

Volleyballer Thuy confirmed to make history with a deal playing in Turkey

Vietnamese most successful volleyball player Tran Thi Thanh Thuy will make a new high note in career as she will join the world’s strongest league in the next few weeks.

Sports April 10, 2024 | 11:38

Vietnamese swimmers win golds, set new records at Thai championships

Vietnamese swimmers won two gold medals and set two records at the ongoing Thailand Age Group Swimming Championships 2024 in Bangkok.

Sports April 03, 2024 | 15:08

Formula One owners Liberty Media buy MotoGP for $4.5 bn

Formula One owners Liberty Media have agreed to buy MotoGP on Monday in a deal valued at around $4.5 billion, the American company said.

Photos

Photos February 27, 2024 | 15:12

Cai Mep - Thi Vai Port affirms Vietnam’s maritime position

The Cai Mep - Thi Vai International Port in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province plays a crucial role as a gateway connecting maritime trade routes among southern provinces of Vietnam. It also serves as a major international transshipment port, significantly reducing the transportation time between Vietnam and other countries.

Photos December 15, 2023 | 10:44

Green transportation towards sustainable urban development

Green transportation is not just a trend but also a pressing task in building a sustainable future for urban areas in Vietnam, especially major cities like the capital Hanoi.

Photos November 06, 2023 | 11:57

Hoi An: A captivating heritage city

Hoi An, an enchanting world heritage site, has consistently been hailed as one of the most alluring and romantic ancient towns in the world. It serves as a remarkable exemplar of traditional urban areas and coastal trading ports in the East Asian region.

Photos October 20, 2023 | 11:01

Vietnamese women affirm role and position in social development

During Vietnam’s integration and development, Vietnamese women not only play the role of “keeping the fire burning” in the family but also continue to promote and affirm their role and position in social development, contributing greatly to the cause of national construction.

Entertainment October 02, 2023 | 07:21

Hanoi Autumn Carnival impresses

Hanoi Autumn Carnival took place along Hoan Kiem Lake on October 1.

Society

Swing for the Kids CSR

Vietnamese community in India stays united, contributes to homeland

Dien Bien Phu Victory celebrated in France

Society April 15, 2024 | 11:42

Vietnamese community in India stays united, contributes to homeland

The Vietnamese community in India always stays united, and its members help one another to overcome difficulties, contributing to the homeland’s development as well as the Vietnam-India relations through various forms, according to President of the Vietnamese Community Association in India Nguyen Huynh Khanh Linh.

Society April 15, 2024 | 11:37

Dien Bien Phu Victory celebrated in France

The Vietnamese Embassy in France has organised a ceremony in Paris to mark the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory with the participation of scholars, researchers, Vietnamese people, and French friends.

Swing for the Kids October 21, 2023 | 20:00

Swing for the Kids 2023 breaks fundraising records

The 16th Swing for the Kids charity golf event raised $126,600 through domestic and foreign donors, the biggest amount for the event ever.

Swing for the Kids October 21, 2023 | 17:00

Swing for the Kids charity event supported by dozens of sponsors

In addition to long-term sponsors, the 16th annual Swing for the Kids received new support from the likes of Coninco, Gelex, Vinamika, Seven Stars, and more.

CSR April 16, 2024 | 10:59

Lotte Shin Kyuk-Ho Global Scholarship Award ignites student dreams

Lotte's Shin Kyuk-Ho Scholarship Foundation has held a ceremony as part of its initiative to support Vietnamese disadvantaged students.

CSR April 11, 2024 | 15:38

Herbalife supports Vietnam Community Nutrition Day

Herbalife Vietnam is collaborating with Suc Khoe & Doi Song newspaper, organising the Vietnam Community Nutrition Day in Ho Chi Minh City.

World News

Trade facilitation ahead with ASEAN-India deal upgrade

ASEAN strength to be built on with trade reforms

Malaysian airlines to charge carbon levy soon

Malaysia issues heatwave alert for 14 areas

China, Thailand forge alliance for moon exploration

Two Philippine navy pilots dead after helicopter crash

World News April 15, 2024 | 17:00

Trade facilitation ahead with ASEAN-India deal upgrade

An upgrade for a trade deal between ASEAN and India should expand the two economies’ trade turnover and mutual investment into the Southeast Asian market in the time to come.

World News April 15, 2024 | 14:58

ASEAN strength to be built on with trade reforms

Vietnam and ASEAN member states are jointly deploying measures to boost the region’s economy, with a focus laid on upgrading a regional agreement on trade in goods.

World News April 15, 2024 | 09:21

Malaysian airlines to charge carbon levy soon

Malaysia is gearing up for greener skies once the carbon levy collection by the airlines comes into effect as soon as the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) makes the necessary review, according to Assoc Prof Major Dr Mohd Harridon Mohamed Suffian, an aviation and aerospace expert.

World News April 15, 2024 | 09:12