The forum introducing the linkage programme for supporting industry enterprises to join the global supply chain has been a highlight of NEPCON Vietnam 2019, which attracted local companies by the droves.

Developing greener urban areas is one of the key pillars in Vietnam’s journey to sustainable development. 

Facing much tougher competition ahead, Vietnamese big pharmaceutical firms are seeking new solutions in order to delve deeper into the ethical drugs channel to shore up growth. However, creating and implementing such solutions will not be smooth sailing.

Companies should be proactive in upgrading their workforce for the digital era, while not neglecting the other fundamental obligations that an employer has to its employees, according to regional experts from PwC at a recent event in Ho Chi Minh City.

Activity throughout the life cycle of materials, from mining, manufacturing, and transportation, to usage and disposal always has an impact on the environment. Exploitation can even destroy the ecosystem, pollute the environment, and consume energy and resources. Therefore, the exploitation of new resources needs to be limited.

Beyond showcasing the most magnificient landscapes and diverse culture, the Central Coast region is focusing on creating a home-sweet-home environment to attract “great eagle” investors to build stable hubs.

Industrial growth should remain elevated and a key driver of economic growth going forward, spearheaded by a burgeoning manufacturing sector, especially electronics and mining.

CEVA Logistics, one of the world’s leading supply chain management companies, has officially opened its new facility in Ho Chi Minh City, doubling the size of its local operations in order to exploit the potential of the local logistics market.

Vietnam’s transport sector is working to attract more funding in public-private partnership projects, from both domestic and foreign sources, in order to serve growing economic development needs.

In addition to their investments in processing and manufacturing, industrial zone infrastructure, and retail, Thai companies are furthering funding into developing Vietnam’s energy sector as they consider the nation an important investment destination.