National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan made the point while addressing the opening ceremony of the conference on the National Assembly and sustainable development goals (SDGs) on December 17 in Da Nang. The event drew the attendance of NA Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong, Deputy PM Vu Duc Dam, and UN Resident Coordinator in Viet Nam Kamal Malhotra. The 2030 Agenda is a 15-year global framework centered on an ambitious set of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), 169 targets and over 230 indicators. The 2030 Agenda envisions a secure world free of poverty and hunger, with full and productive employment, access to quality education and universal health coverage, the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls, and an end to environmental degradation. To fulfill the goals, the participation of the National Assembly, NA deputies, and deputies of People’s Councils at all levels … [Read more...] about NA deputies bear responsibility for sustainable growth
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BOD professionalism and corporate governance key to sustainable growth
A professional board of directors (BOD) propagating good corporate governance are said to play a key role in creating sustainable business development, which in turn helps the nation to move up the middle-income ladder. How BOD can support companies’ pursuit of long-term sustainability in Vietnam’s fast-growing economy has been brought up at the discussions today at the Annual Corporate Governance Forum 2018 on “Governing for Sustainability.” The forum has been co-organised by the Vietnam Institute of Directors (VIOD) and the Vietnam Corporate Governance Initiative (VCGI), in partnership with the State Securities Commission of Vietnam (SSC), the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange (HOSE), and the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX), and supported by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), and the Government of Japan. The Annual Corporate Governance Forum discussed how the BOD can facilitate … [Read more...] about BOD professionalism and corporate governance key to sustainable growth
Gender equality crucial for sustainable growth and development
Only 17 per cent of respondents in discussions at the Vietnam Corporate Forum, themed “Sustainable Development in Relation to Gender Equality Strategies” and held in Hanoi on July 13 said they believe a gender equality policy creates a positive corporate culture. The forum was held by Vietnam Economic Times in cooperation with the Vietnam Business Coalition for Women’s Empowerment (VBCWE), the Australian Embassy in Vietnam, and Investing in Women - an initiative of the Australian Government. Addressing the forum, Ambassador Nguyen Phu Binh, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Vietnam Economic Times, said that gender equality is a foundation measure and a key condition for sustainable growth and development. “The business sector is at the center of development goals and part of solutions to implement and boost equality values in general and gender equality values at the workplace,” he said. “Gender equality brings a sustainable economy and boosts … [Read more...] about Gender equality crucial for sustainable growth and development
National conference on sustainable growth opens
Overview of the conference (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The National Conference on Sustainable Development 2018 opened in Hanoi on June 5, focusing on measures to promote public-private partnership and improve productivity and competitiveness towards sustainable growth in the digital era. Themed “Enhancing Competitiveness, Realising Sustainable Development Goals Amidst Industrial Revolution 4.0,” the event drew more than 650 delegates representing Government agencies, think tanks, international organisations, business associations and enterprises. Opening the event, President of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) Vu Tien Loc showed his strong belief that Vietnam will continue to thrive and become an upper-middle-income country within the next two decades with impressive achievements in social equity and fairness, and effective State management. Towards the goal, Loc stressed the need for consensus and efforts of the entire society as well as support … [Read more...] about National conference on sustainable growth opens
ABB powers Industry 4.0 for sustainable growth
ABB Vietnam’s director Brian Hull spoke to VIR’s Phuong Thu about his company’s 25-year success story in the country as well as the path Vietnam should take to ensure sustainable growth. ABB has been a part of Vietnam’s economic development since 1993. Would you like to tell us about your performance in Vietnam? ABB entered Vietnam early and this year is an important milestone for us, as it marks our 25th anniversary. Over the last 25 years, ABB Vietnam has grown to become a reliable partner in the field of technology, providing solutions and services to the market. In addition, ABB factories in Vietnam manufacture transformers, high-voltage components, and medium-voltage power products for customers across Southeast Asia and the world. We currently employ some 900 people across Hanoi, Danang, and Ho Chi Minh City. Despite the financial crisis in 1997, which impacted the global economy with long-lasting consequences, ABB in Vietnam stayed strong, believing in … [Read more...] about ABB powers Industry 4.0 for sustainable growth