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Shaping shopping
Digital technologies, especially AI, are being increasingly used in the retail sector to boost sales by personalizing the customer experience.
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Towards true environmental, social, and governance practices in banking sector
The ESG practices of banks and, more importantly, how the practices of their borrowers are assessed, are crucial elements of Vietnam’s journey toward sustainability.
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Climbing the value chain
Mr. Suan Teck Kin, Head of Research, Global Economics & Market Research, at the United Overseas Bank (UOB), tells Linh Tong what Vietnam must do to succeed in its next phase of growth and in FDI 2.0.
Creating certainty for the VIFC
Mr. Rich McClellan, CEO of the Vietnam International Financial Center in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC), tells Linh Tong about the long-term vision for the VIFC and the steps needed to build a trusted gateway for international capital.
Making a distinct mark in the financial market
Mr. Jochen Biedermann, Managing Director of the World Alliance of International Financial Centers, tells Ngoc Lan that Vietnam holds certain advantages as it goes about building an International Financial Center.
Moving toward net-zero ambitions
Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy gathered insights from policymakers, investors, international organizations, and market participants on the opportunities, challenges, and priorities shaping Vietnam’s emerging carbon market as the country moves toward its net-zero ambitions.
Australian businesses looking at trade and investment with Vietnam
Mr. Sam Conroy, President of the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (AusCham), tells Linh Ngoc that Australian businesses continue to look at trade and investment with Vietnam but also flag certain concerns.
Vietnam’s carbon credit market needs clearer rules and stronger infrastructure
Vietnam’s carbon credit market is gaining momentum but businesses believe clearer rules and stronger market infrastructure are needed to unlock its full potential.
Vietnam faces challenges from internationally transferred mitigation outcomes
Vietnam is well placed to bring ITMOs to global markets but must tackle a host of technical and institutional challenges.