Vietnam’s Pharmacity eyes 1000 stores by end of next year
Vietnam’s largest pharmacy retailer Pharmacity has raised VND730 billion (US$31.8 million) in a fresh funding round as it ramps up its expansion plans.
Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu targets place among top 3 FDI destinations in Việt Nam
The southern province of Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu has announced measures that could help achieve its target of becoming one of the three provinces to attract the highest foreign direct investment (FDI) this year.
Forbes’ 30 under 30 list announced
Forbes Việt Nam magazine on Monday announced the 30 under 30 list which featured some of the most influential faces in the field of business and start-ups, social enterprises, arts and creative industries, entertainment, education and science.
Agriculture ministry requests boosting avian flu fight
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) on February 3 sent an urgent notice to the chairmen of the People’s Committees of centrally-run cities and provinces, calling for drastic and concerted measures against avian flu epidemics.
More companies invest in robot production as demand rises
More Vietnamese businesses are investing in the robot manufacturing industry as demand for such products is growing rapidly in Việt Nam, experts have said.
Vietnam ranks second in number of guest workers in Japan
Vietnam now ranks second in the number of employees working in Japan, according to the latest statistics of Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
Fruit exporters from all over eye Vietnamese market
Vietnam has become quite an ideal market for foreign fruit exporters, due to its developing middle class and high GDP growth.
Finding food that suit your preferences with just several taps
It's not always easy to find the food you want in a new place, which is why apps like GoEat Me are stepping in to bridge the gap between tasty bites and the stomach.
South Korea consolidates as Vietnam’s largest investor in 2019
South Korea consolidated in 2019 as the largest investor in Vietnam by allocating 7.9 billion dollars for new or previous projects, a year to year increase of 7.2 percent.
Vietnamese entrepreneur devises one-stop travel solution for domestic market
As Vietnam’s domestic tourism market continues its upwards trajectory, one local start-up is aiming to solidify the country’s fragmented industry.
Vietnam’s digital economy comes up first in the APAC region
Vietnam is believed to be the fastest-growing digital economy in the Asia Pacific (APAC).
The local pie of retailing is both sweet and bitter
As one of the most dynamic economies in the region, Việt Nam's retail market is attractive for many foreign investors , but it can also be challenging at the same time.
Kakao Mobility launches ride-sharing service in Vietnam
Kakao Mobility has started a rent-a-car-based ride-sharing business in Vietnam. The company chose Vietnam as a test site for the ride-sharing business as the Southeast Asian country has many Korean tourists and no restrictions on the mobility business, while regulations are getting tougher in the Korean market.
EVFTA, EVIPA get green light in European Parliament Committee on International Trade
The European Parliament Committee on International Trade (INTA) on January 21 approved a resolution asking for the European Parliament's ratification of the European Union – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) and the EU – Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (IPA).
Vietnam finalises regulations for taxi operators, ride-hailing firms
Vietnam has finally concluded its regulations for taxi and ride-hailing services after 12 times reviewing different proposals.
Computer viruses cause US$902 million damage in Vietnam
Computer viruses caused estimated losses of 20.9 trillion dong (US$902 million) to Vietnamese users last year, much higher than the 14.9 trillion dong reported in 2018, reported Bkav Technology Group.
Delivery services to grow 30-40% in 2020
The logistics sector is forecast to continue growing strongly this year, with expansion in both retail and e-commerce channels.
Vietnam’s textile, wood sectors to gain most from CPTPP
The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and related tariff commitments have opened up multiple opportunities for Vietnam's export industries, with a range of key products including furniture, garments and footwear, according to experts, who feel the wood and textile industries will be the two to benefit the most.
What's in US-China "phase one" trade deal?
The "phase one" agreement includes pledges from China to beef up purchases of American crops and other exports for two years, provides some protections for US technology, and new enforcement mechanisms that allow Washington to quickly impose penalties, which Beijing cannot respond to.
Grab appoints new Director in Vietnam operation
On January 13, Grab announced the appointment of Nguyen Thai Hai Van as Managing Director in Vietnam, starting from February 1 to replace Mr. Jerry Lim.
