The Hanoitimes - Hanoi met an array of criteria such as outstanding achievements in improving people`s lives, developing education sector, solving issues of urbanization and environment to earn the title “City for Peace”. Hanoi’s cuisine introduced to international tourists Exhibition “For an elegant and civilized Hanoi” opens After 20 years of being granted the title “City for Peace” by UNESCO, the Vietnamese are proud of Hanoi, the only city in Asia-Pacific region to have gained the title. To earn the title, Hanoi met an array of criteria such as outstanding achievements in improving people's lives, developing education sector, solving issues of urbanization and environment, among others. Hanoi completed many programs to improve its people's lives Over the past 20 years, Hanoi has completed and put into use a series of infrastructure works, including a number of bridges namely Thanh Tri, Vinh Tuy, Vinh Thinh, Nhat Tan; and Thang Long … [Read more...] about Vietnamese proud of Asia-Pacific region’s only “City for Peace”
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Vincommerce to become leading retailer in Asia-Pacific
Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vingroup Conglomerate’s retail arm, VinCommerce, aims to become one of the leading retailers in the Asia-Pacific via a cooperation deal with Australian-based XAct Solutions Company recently inked in Hanoi. Both sides will work together to build an international-standard supply chain for VinCommerce with a wide range of advanced solutions. The project will start with the construction of six warehouses nationwide to preserve all products in VinCommerce system in accordance with international criteria. The just-in-time delivery model will be set up, allowing the Vietnamese firm to provide products for its entire system of nearly 2,500 stores nationwide in an efficient manner. Particularly, information technology will be key to the project’s success as big data will be deployed to manage goods supply. Overall, the project should cut operating costs for VinCommerce, as well as bring to customers high-quality … [Read more...] about Vincommerce to become leading retailer in Asia-Pacific
Hanoi among Asia Pacific’s 16 must-visit destinations
The Hanoitimes - There’s no denying that the noodle soup varieties offered in the North Vietnamese metropolis are among the best in the world. Hanoi among best cities for architecture lovers Hanoi among world’s 25 best destinations for 2019 Hanoi among most affordable destinations for your 2019 world adventures Hanoi has been named among 16 must-visit destinations in Asia Pacific, according to a list released by That’s Magazine, a multi-media company based in top-tier cities across China. A Hanoi street According to the the magazine, Hanoi’s culinary experiences run the gamut, from fantastic street side pho, seafood spring rolls and cheese-stuffed baguettes, to more obscure offerings like dog meat, insects, cobra blood wine and boiled duck fetus eggs. There’s no denying that the noodle soup varieties offered in the North Vietnamese metropolis are among the best in the world. “Hanoi Old Quarter is a good place to start for … [Read more...] about Hanoi among Asia Pacific’s 16 must-visit destinations
Bayer Pharmaceuticals Reports Eighth Straight Year of Growth in Asia Pacific
Claus Zieler, Senior Vice President and Head of Commercial Operations, Bayer Pharmaceuticals Division Asia/Pacific outlined Bayer Pharmaceuticals’ strong performance in Asia/Pacific in 2018 and outlook for 2019. — VNS PhotoViet Nam News SINGAPORE — There is a strong demand for Bayer’s innovative medicines in Asia Pacific which has driven the growth of its pharmaceutical business in the region, Claus Zieler, senior vice president and head of commercial operations, Bayer Pharmaceuticals Division Asia Pacific, said. In 2018 the company’s key products like oral anticoagulant medicines, eye medicines and oral cancer drugs continued to be well received by doctors and patients in the Asia Pacific, he said. “Our strong performance year after year speaks of the strong demand for our innovative medicines as they deliver significant benefits to patients battling serious diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer and eye diseases related to ageing and … [Read more...] about Bayer Pharmaceuticals Reports Eighth Straight Year of Growth in Asia Pacific
Ho Chi Minh City to secure top positions for investment prospects in Asia Pacific
The Hanoitimes - Vietnam continues to draw investment interest, and Ho Chi Minh City stands out on investors’ lists, securing top positions for investment and development prospects in Asia Pacific. In Vietnam, rapidly rising numbers of tourists are providing a huge boost to the hospitality sector. The country's property market has seen dynamic investment activities across many sectors in the first quarter of 2018, according to the latest report from Savills Hotels. Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam's economy posted its strongest first-quarter growth in ten years, expanding 7.38% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2018 and extending the strong momentum shown in the second half of 2017. Market sentiment remains positive across all sectors of the economy. The city’s office market continued to record healthy demand and high occupancy in the first quarter of 2018. There were, however, very few investment transactions in this sector due to the shortage of available … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City to secure top positions for investment prospects in Asia Pacific