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......»»
Villagers flee fresh floods in central China as typhoon approaches
Villagers were evacuated over makeshift bridges Friday as floods submerged swathes of central China, following a historic deluge which claimed at least 33 lives, while an approaching typhoon threatened to dump more rain on the stricken area......»»
Vietnam manufacturing hit hard by pandemic resurgence, says report
Factories in Vietnam's industrial zones, export processing zones and high tech parks are suffering from the worsening COVID-19, as workers are being quarantined to prevent further spreading of the pandemic, according to a report by Vietnam Investment.....»»
Vietnam tech companies pay double to compete for talent
In 2020, the overall tech industry in Vietnam generated over US$ 120 billion in total sales revenues. As the tech industry grows, the job openings soared to a record one million, mainly from 58,000 companies, including the big corporations, such as S.....»»
Vietnam manufacturing hit hard pandemic resurgence, says report
Factories in Vietnam's industrial zones, export processing zones and high tech parks are suffering from the worsening COVID-19, as workers are being quarantined to prevent further spreading of the pandemic, according to a report by Vietnam Investment.....»»
Vietnam sees production decline due to worsening pandemic, says report
Vietnam's manufacturers saw their production and new orders slip dramatically in June, due to the rising COVID-19 infections locally, according to a report by Vietnam Investment Review (VIR)......»»
Vietnam most attractive to Europe-based enterprises operating in ASEAN
Of Europe-based enterprises operating in ASEAN, 60% think Vietnam offers the best opportunities for them to increase investment and expand operation in the region, according to a survey by Standard Chartered Bank......»»
Kamereo gets $4.6M to connect farmers and F&B businesses in Vietnam
While working as the chief operating officer of a pizza chain in Vietnam, Taku Tanaka saw how difficult it is for restaurants to connect with farmers. Many small F&B businesses can’t buy in large volumes, so they rely on nearby markets or multiple.....»»
Online banking services grow popular in Vietnam
Banks in Vietnam are pushing to digitalize their services with releases of smartphone apps amid the lingering coronavirus pandemic, according to a report by Vietnamnet......»»
Gaming notebook demand soars in Vietnam
Sales of gaming laptops in Vietnam grew 217% on year in the first five months of 2021, while revenue of gaming notebooks represents 20% of Vietnam's total notebook revenue during the period, according to Vietnam's local news outlet Ictnews, citing a.....»»
Vietnam keen to help Foxconn plants resume full production in wake of COVID
Authority in Vietnam's Bac Giang province is stepping up efforts to help Foxconn (Hon Hai) fully resume production at its three plants there in the wake of COVID sugres, according to a local eport......»»
Vietnam, India to partner for ICT development
Vietnam is looking to cooperate with India to promote ICT development, with both sides having held an online meeting recently over the matter, according to a report by VnEconomy......»»
South Korean firms building smart city in Vietnam
South Korea's SparkLabs Korea, Daewoo E&C Vina, and Bespin Global have signed a strategic partnership to construct a smart city platform in Vietnam, according to SparkLabs Group......»»
Vietnam partners with ADB to promote digital government
Vietnam's Ministry of Information and Communications signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Asian Development Bank (ADB) at the end of June to form a partnership for the development of digital government, digital economy and digital society,.....»»
Vietnam eyeing cryptocurrency development
The Vietnamese government has instructed State Bank of Vietnam to study the feasibility of developing its own cryptocurrency, with the study to be conducted in 2021-2023, according to a report by VnEconomy......»»
Tropical Storm Elsa makes landfall, heads to Georgia
A weakened Tropical Storm Elsa dumped rain across Florida's northern Gulf Coast early Wednesday, sparing the state from significant damage as it churned toward Georgia with threats of flooding downpours and possibly tornadoes......»»
BenQ gains big in Vietnam interactive display market
Taiwan-based BenQ had the biggest share of Vietnam's interactive flat panel (IFP) display market in first-quarter 2021, according to a local newspaper......»»
Vietnam may have 30% of electricity from wind by 2050, says World Bank
Offshore wind power is expected to supply 30% of Vietnam's electricity by 2050, according to a report by World Bank......»»
Vietnam electronics exports remain strong
Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade has disclosed demand for computers and network devices is expected to grow further as people continue to work from home. Export goods such as computers, handsets, and other components are expected to reach US$.....»»
Vietnam sees increasing FDI
Vietnam recorded foreign direct investment (FDI) of US$10.12 billion for the first quarter of 2021, growing 18.5% on year, according to Le Quang Tuan, investment officer for Vietnam Economic and Cultural Office in Taipei......»»
Japanese speaker maker Foster to establish JV in Vietnam with DMEGC
Japan-based Foster Electric, a manufacturer of speakers and audio equipment, will establish a joint venture in Vietnam with China-based Hengdian DMEGC Magnetics, a magnetic component maker, for producing speaker components, according to a report by V.....»»