The Internet of Things is rapidly changing the face of business operations, from manufacturing to sales and logistics. With industrial applications as the main drivers, Asia-Pacific economies are charging ahead to lead this revolution. 

Despite the Law on Housing 2015 which gives greater room to foreigners to own properties in Vietnam, the number of foreigners who have purchased real estate is increasing, but remains modest.

As the concept of ‘good food, good life’ becomes more commonplace in Vietnam, consumers are paying more attention to what they consume on a daily basis.

Mergers-and-acquisitions in Vietnam in this year’s first nine months has seen continuously strong momentum, with a number of key transactions in commercial and residential sectors.

When banks work with technology companies or startups, what often comes out are fintech products or services that can offer customers convenience and control over their financial lives.

Amid the spiralling ramifications of climate change in Vietnam, energy-saving and CO2-reducing technologies have proven an inevitable trend for small- and medium-sized enterprises.

Technology giants Alibaba and Tencent are trying to penetrate the Vietnamese e-payment market.

Local customs departments will have to tighten their inspection of LCD product codes to avoid tax losses, as electronics firms have recently been tagged with tax arrears of VND481.68 billion (US$21.89 million) due to incorrect declarations of tax codes.

The Ministry of Health recently presented the Excellence Award to Abbott Vietnam for its long-term commitment and significant support in improving healthcare in the country.

Representatives from Toray International-one of Japan’s largest producers of clothing items-are expected to come to Vietnam next month to work with authorities of Quang Ninh province on a major plant in the province, also its first in Vietnam.