Illustrative photo (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Developing eco-industrial parks is among important programmes within the Switzerland’s cooperation and development framework for Vietnam, Swiss Ambassador to Vietnam Beatrice Maser Mallor said at a seminar in Hanoi on June 12. The Ambassador reiterated the Swiss Government’s commitment to assisting Vietnam in switching to a greener economy. The seminar was held to look at the outcome of an initiative on developing eco-IPs towards sustainable IPs in Vietnam which has been implemented since 2014 by the Ministry of Planning and Investment and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO). The project had a total investment of 5 million USD sourced by non-refundable aid from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and Swiss Government. It was piloted at Khanh Phu and Gian Khau IPs in the northern province of Ninh Binh, Hoa Khanh IP in the central city of Da Nang and Tra Noc 1 and Tra Noc 2 IPs in the … [Read more...] about Switzerland commits to help Vietnam develop eco-industrial parks
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Da Nang to prioritise tourism industry
Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang city This was one of the five key areas given in the Politburo’s newly issued Resolution 43 on the city’s construction and development by 2030. According to the resolution, Da Nang needs to have a policy focusing on developing five key sectors, including travel and high quality services associated with resort real estate; seaports and airports; high-tech industry associated with creative urban construction and start-ups; information technology, electronics and telecommunications associated with the digital economy; and high-tech agriculture and fisheries. In particular, there will be policies to develop Da Nang into a marine economic centre, forming a logistics service supply chain in the central region with the city as a central hub. Da Nang must develop its high-tech park into a competitive, scientific and technological urban area in accordance with international standards to ensure competitiveness. At the same time, it is necessary for … [Read more...] about Da Nang to prioritise tourism industry
Vingroup Chairman listed among world’s 50 theme park influencers
Chairman of Vingroup Pham Nhat Vuong Chairman of Vingroup Pham Nhat Vuong has been named among the top 50 theme park influencers in the world for his innovation and creativity in the global theme park industry in 2019. Vuong is the first Vietnamese person honoured by Bloobloop, a leading online resource for professionals working in the visitor attractions sector. Bloobloop says Vuong is Viet Nam’s first billionaire and heads up a conglomerate with interests in real estate, retail, healthcare and theme parks. Vingroup has a mission to “create a better life for the Vietnamese people”. Under the Vinpearl brand it operates hotels, resorts and two Vinpearl Land theme parks. A third park will open in the southern province of Kien Giang in 2020, bringing a new era of entertainment to what some believe is one of the hottest markets in the attractions industry in Asia and beyond. Now in his early 50s, Vuong studied in Russia and started a popular instant noodle business in … [Read more...] about Vingroup Chairman listed among world’s 50 theme park influencers
CapitaLand Vietnam celebrates its 25th year of operations and pledges S$25,000 to further its commitment to CapitaLand Hope Schools in Vietnam
8 REASONS TO CHOOSE THE MARQWyndham Soleil Danang officially launches Nimbus TowerTHE MARQ – A PEACEFUL OASIS IN THE HEART OF DISTRICT 1BIM Land has signed 2 offshore loan agreements worth USD 137.5 millionBamboo Airways welcomes first Airbus A320neo aircraft in “Fly Green” livery CapitaLand Limited (CapitaLand), one of Asia’s largest diversified real estate groups, has reached a significant milestone of 25 years of operations in Viet Nam. On 14 November, CapitaLand celebrated this journey of transformation with a gala dinner with about 400 distinguished guests in attendance. The event was graced by Roy Kho, Consul-General of Singapore in HCM City, as well as representatives from CapitaLand, business partners and key stakeholders of the company. CapitaLand’s journey in Viet Nam began in 1994, with the introduction of Somerset West Lake in Ha Noi. After 25 years of operation, CapitaLand’s portfolio comprises two integrated developments, close … [Read more...] about CapitaLand Vietnam celebrates its 25th year of operations and pledges S$25,000 to further its commitment to CapitaLand Hope Schools in Vietnam
