“This decree has many unsuitable provisions, making it difficult for enterprises to abide by it. For example, Taiwan’s Formosa project has had to obtain a licence from authorities to sell its slag. This has cost the firm much,” Vinh said. “In other cases, many enterprises produce paper, but they can’t use the waste to produce plastic.” … [Read more...] about Global powerhouses to back circular economy
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Solutions for Vietnam to maintain its current economic growth
Despite this, Lam states that, "achieving the 6.8% growth target is a big challenge as the country has a high level of economic openness, over 200% annually, and is heavily dependent on outside partners while major partner countries are closing trade borders to prevent the epidemic outbreak which is exerting an enormous impact on the Vietnamese economy". … [Read more...] about Solutions for Vietnam to maintain its current economic growth
Spreading COVID-19 presents hurdles for tuna firms
Indeed, the current crisis has caused tuna prices globally to skyrocket, presenting a challenge for firms looking to purchase raw materials. This has forced businesses to seek alternative raw material sources from other countries in a bid to tackle the shortage of input materials. … [Read more...] about Spreading COVID-19 presents hurdles for tuna firms
Human safety top priority as groups submit to guidelines
ABB’s CEO Bjorn Rosengren also commented, “With many critical services and industries at risk of being overwhelmed or shut down, we all need to work together – governments, businesses and civil society – to keep our healthcare systems, power networks, and other essential services operational. The health and wellbeing of all of us – workers, families, society, and future generations – depend on it.” … [Read more...] about Human safety top priority as groups submit to guidelines
Hung Kings’ Death Anniversary marked in Phu Tho Province
The delegates offer incenses to Hung Kings. (Photo: VNA) Under the direction of the Secretariat and the Government, the Hung Kings’ Death Anniversary and the Hung Kings’ Temple Festival were held with traditional simple rituals, aiming to both ensure the solemnity and minimise the number of participants due to the complicated developments of Covid-19 epidemic. … [Read more...] about Hung Kings’ Death Anniversary marked in Phu Tho Province
