Needs on sustainable development

At the working session (Source: VNA) An Giang (VNA) – Chairman of the An Giang province People’s Committee Nguyen Thanh Binh has called for more support from the World Bank (WB) for the locality to implement climate change adaptation and sustainable development projects. During a working session on December 12 with a delegation led by Regional Director for East Asia and Pacific at the WB Benoit Bosquet, Binh said that the six projects of the locality will concentrate on sustainable livelihood for local residents, safe agriculture development, water supply and waste water treatment, and dealing with landslides along coasts and river banks. The projects will be implemented with a total investment of around 172.63 million USD, and priority will be given to the building of a waste water collection and treatment system in Tan Chau town. Binh appreciated the WB’s support for An Giang in implementing sustainable development programmes, saying that … [Read more...] about An Giang calls for WB’s support in sustainable development

The two-day conference features six seminars focusing on partnerships between Vietnam and foreign NGOs in several prioritised areas. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Improving the legal environment and creating favourable conditions for better reception, management, and use of aid from foreign non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are needed to realise the target of poverty reduction and sustainable development, an official has said. Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son made the remark at the 4th International Conference on Vietnam – Foreign NGOs Cooperation, which wrapped up in Hanoi on December 13. He said NGOs have significantly contributed to the socio-economic development in Vietnam. Therefore, it is necessary to promote the application of information technology to shorten time in handling administrative procedures for NGOs. The official also suggested strengthening mechanisms for data sharing and seeking more effective ways … [Read more...] about Improving legal environment for foreign non-governmental work

Participants noted that the growth pace of the agricultural sector has been slowed down, showing shortcomings of a sector formed by small-scaled household farms with loose connection and poor quality and productivity amidst fiercer global competition. Photo for illustration According to Nguyen Duc Thanh, Head of the Institute for Policy and Economic Research, who is also a member of the Agriculture Alliance, it is necessary to remove institution-related bottlenecks, including official institutions such as policies and laws and non-official ones like customs, common perceptions and agricultural associations’ activities. In order to develop sustainable agriculture, Andre Well – Dang, Senior Governance Advisor of Oxfam Vietnam, emphasized the need to foster cooperation between State agencies at the central and local levels, as well as among research institutes, associations, non-governmental organizations and media agencies. Farmers should have the right to raise their … [Read more...] about Conference seeks to perfect mechanisms towards sustainable agriculture

Tan Hiep Phat Beverage Group (THP) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Its CEO and founder, Dr. Thanh, is thinking beyond their $3 billion revenue target in the next 10 years. The aim is to make it a business which remains sustainable for at least a century, if not centuries. Tran Qui Thanh, CEO and founder of Tan Hiep Phat. Isn’t it too early to consider a 100-year plan since Tan Hiep Phat is just 25 years old? When we talk about aspirations, we mean our desires for the future. 25 years ago, when my wife and I started out in the beverage industry, we wanted to grow the company to become the top in Vietnam, then in Asia. People thought that was my wishful thinking because at that time I had nothing ... no brand, no product, no manufacturing line, no corporate governance system. However, we have invested, worked hard and done everything to make that dream come true. We always try to be better than we were yesterday, with the attitude that nothing is impossible. Now … [Read more...] about Vietnamese beverage giant nourished by founder’s timeless vision

Tran Viet Hoa, director of the Department of Science and Technology under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, said the introduction of SIRI is essential for manufacturing businesses in the process of digitizing their operations. Following initial evaluation in November and December, seven businesses will be selected to receive in-depth consultancy on digital transformation solutions and options for their firms. Digital factories are the focus of the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) and also a major priority of the industry and trade sector in developing modern manufacturing. With strong development and integration of modern science and technology achievements at an advanced level, Industry 4.0 is expected to significantly change the world’s manufacturing industries. Smart factories will help businesses increase productivity, flexibility and efficiency, while reducing the time needed to bring products to the market and improving competitiveness. To concretize the tasks … [Read more...] about Ministry, Siemens pilot business digitizing program