Typhoon Noru makes landfall in Vietnam
Typhoon Noru barrelled into Vietnam's central coast early Wednesday, the national forecaster said, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain as hundreds of thousands of people took refuge in shelters......»»
Apple suppliers are in a rush to leave China, says AirPods maker
GoerTek says that it is investing $280 million in a new plant in Vietnam, as US buyers are pressing it — and all suppliers — to leave China.Mumbai, India, is one of the sites US firms are pressing suppliers to move toIn.....»»
2,000-year-old stringed instrument uncovered in Vietnam
Researchers have recovered and studied archaeological evidence of an ancient stringed musical instrument crafted from deer antler in southern Vietnam......»»
Researchers work to improve access to special needs hurricane shelters
When Hurricane Michael made landfall in 2018 near Mexico Beach, it was the first time a Category 5 hurricane hit Florida since 1992. It posed a risk for all residents but especially for people whose physical or cognitive impairments required them to.....»»
VinFast recalls 2,781 vehicles in Vietnam to replace loose bolts
Vietnamese EV startup VinFast said on Feb 18 that it is recalling 2,781 units of sports utility models VF8 in Vietnam to replace loose bolts connecting the front brake, according to Reuters......»»
Madagascar, Mozambique set for "dangerous" Cyclone Freddy
A cyclone which is intensifying as it approaches the southeastern African coast has been labeled as "dangerous" by the United Nation's weather agency on Monday as nations brace for landfall......»»
Apple manufacturing in Vietnam expanding, likely including the 2023 Mac Pro
Apple manufacturing in Vietnam is set to expand, as the Cupertino company continues working on reducing its dependence on China. The 2023 Mac Pro looks likely to be one of the products assembled there, which would mean Apple dropping the “Made in.....»»
Taiwanese makers interested in making EV components in Southeast Asia
Taiwan-based ICT and electronic component makers, in a bid to enter EV (electric vehicle) supply chains, are interested in setting up factories in Southeast Asian countries, especially Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia which are likely to become new pr.....»»
Foxconn making giant expansion into Vietnam with new lease
Apple is continuing to shift parts of its supply chain out of China, and the latest move is an enormous Foxconn site in Vietnam.Foxconn expands in VietnamFoxconn announced an investment of $300 million to expand its manufacturing facility in North Vi.....»»
Coretronic ramping up output at new Vietnam plant
Coretronic, a manufacturer of LED backlight units (BLU), will kickstart the volume production of its second plant in Vietnam in October this year. The initial output will target TV applications......»»
Vietnam backtracks after touting $3.3 billion Intel investment
Vietnam's commercial hub Ho Chi Minh City announced an effort to court a $3.3 billion investment from Intel Corp., only to amend much of its original statement to remove mentions of the US chipmaker......»»
AUO to set up backend module plant in Vietnam
AU Optronics (AUO) will establish a backend module plant in Vietnam to produce LCD monitors, expecting to kickstart volume production in the first quarter of 2024......»»
AirPods made in India closer to reality, as enclosure manufacturing begins
One of the steps Apple is expected to take in reducing its dependence on China is to have some AirPods made in India – in addition to those already made in Vietnam. The company has already asked two of its AirPods suppliers to move some of that wo.....»»
Senao mulls production in Vietnam
More Taiwan-based network device manufacturers, including Senao Networks, are looking to relocate production to Vietnam for manpower and cost reasons, according to Tommy Tsai, chairman of Senao......»»
Apple celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day on homepage, with quote about Vietnam War
Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and as usual Apple is commemorating the occasion by devoting its homepage to a photo and quotation. The company also provides a link to a free copy of the book Strive Toward Freedom. This year’s quote comes fro.....»»
BOE plans $400 million investment in new Vietnam factories
Display maker BOE is reportedly following Foxconn and Samsung in building new production facilities in North Vietnam, in part to produce iPhone screens.Chinese firm BOE Technology Group previously had issues producing iPhone displays, but most recent.....»»
Vietnam"s power battery production supply chain is on the rise
Who is the overlord of power batteries today?.....»»
India"s shares in iPhone output to grow in leaps and bounds over next 5 years, according to DIGITIMES Research
India and Vietnam are to become the biggest beneficiaries of smartphone supply chain migration out of China, according to DIGITIMES Research analyst Luke Lin, who estimates that India will produce 45-50% of Apple's iPhones by 2027, on a par with with.....»»
Vietnam economy expands faster-than-expected in December quarter
Vietnam's economy grew faster than expected this quarter, signaling continued momentum to its recovery from the pandemic......»»
Quanta reportedly to set up plant in northern Vietnam
Quanta Computer is reportedly planning to set up a plant in northern Vietnam where the ODM will mainly fulfill orders for Apple MacBooks, according to industry sources......»»
Synopsys looks to Vietnam as a source of IC design talents
Global EDA leader Synopsys is eyeing Vietnam as a potential powerhouse of global IC design industry. In August 2022, Synopsys signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vietnam's Saigon Hi-Tech Park, aiming to cultivate local chip design talents.....»»