Hanoi (VNA) – The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines operated nearly 30 flights on January 24 to carry nearly 400 delegates attending the 13th National Party Congress. This was the peak day during the period from January 20 to January 25 when the airline transported Congress delegates to Hanoi for the big event. Vietnam Airlines has concentrated resources, including modern aircraft and experienced and skilled personnel, to well perform the task of transporting delegates and ensure safety during the process. The airline built flight schedules in accordance with the traveling needs of delegations, as well as scenarios and plans to ensure the highest efficiency of its service. The airline builds flight schedules in accordance with the traveling needs of delegations, as well as scenarios and plans to ensure the highest efficiency of its service (Photo: VNA) … [Read more...] about Vietnam Airlines performs nearly 30 flights on Jan 24 serving 13th Party Congress
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Regional banks need to accelerate ESG efforts amid improvements in sustainability
- The Sectors & Issues analysis found that Korean and Japanese banks are taking steps to reduce coal-related financing. Shinhan Bank and the five Japanese banks have policies prohibiting financing of coal-fired power plant projects, though these policies have exceptions for certain types of technology or carbon capture. MUFG, Mizuho, and SMBC have also announced timelines by which to end coal-related financing. However, 91 per cent of ASEAN banks assessed continue to finance new coal-fired power plants. DBS, OCBC, and UOB are the only ASEAN banks to have prohibited the financing of new coal-fired power plants, while CIMB has announced its intentions to issue a coal policy by the end of 2020. Continued financing of coal leaves banks exposed to climate-related transition risks such as carbon taxes and technological obsolescence. … [Read more...] about Regional banks need to accelerate ESG efforts amid improvements in sustainability
Vietnamese schools face shortage of foreign teachers
Moreover, a similar situation is occurring in public schools throughout Ho Chi Minh City with students joining integrated programmes. This shortage has caused several schools to adjust their schedule and the amount of time students spend with foreign teachers, in addition to forcing many to lower tuition fees. VOV … [Read more...] about Vietnamese schools face shortage of foreign teachers
DHL Express recognized as Global Express Provider of the Year
DHL – The logistics company for the worldDHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 380,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world". … [Read more...] about DHL Express recognized as Global Express Provider of the Year
ECVN platform supports Vietnamese export businesses
ECVN has close links with nearly 100 Vietnamese trade offices in foreign markets, international organizations, and foreign embassies in Vietnam to provide the most useful services for its members and assist them in finding partners, business information, market information, promoting enterprises' image abroad and exporting directly to foreign importers. … [Read more...] about ECVN platform supports Vietnamese export businesses