Outcomes from the implementation of the TVET project are highlighted at the workshop. These outcomes came under the spotlight at a workshop reviewing the implementation of the project’s first phase, held in Hanoi on March 21. Overall, the project’s first phase has ended on a very high note. All planned activities have been successfully executed with key elements and subjects are found to be aligned with the needs of the Vietnamese TVET system. All expected stakeholders are also actively involved as well as dialogue with other international donors has been established. Therefore, the project has been successful in many ways with very positive feedback from the participating colleges and stakeholders. Four TVET schools were selected for the pilot phase, including Hanoi Industrial Vocational College, the North-Eastern Vocational College of Technology, Agriculture and Forestry, the Southern Technology and Agro-Forestry Vocational College, … [Read more...] about Furniture, graphic design industries benefit from Denmark-funded project
New jersey graphic design firms
New focus for logistics firms
Technological innovations have boosted both e-commerce and trade, Photo: Le Toan Having a break at noon, Le Thi Phuong, a 35-year-old officer, had a little time to shop for clothes for her children. Without crossing crowded streets to get to the shops, she swipes away by a single finger on her mobile phone to online shopping sites. “I prefer to shop online now. It can help save time while buying products that fit my requirements. With on-demand delivery service, customers receive notifications of when the shipment will arrive and can even communicate when and where they want it to be delivered,” Phuong said. “Not only me, my friends also prefer to shop online. In the digital age, online shopping is far cheaper and more convenient.” Technology – a new focus By investing heavily in technology, logistics businesses have been contributing to the development of e-commerce and trade, and serving individual customers like Phuong. Unlike in the past, when … [Read more...] about New focus for logistics firms
Vietnam gets new jersey ahead of first Asian Cup 2019 game
The new home kit of Vietnam's national men football team. Photo courtesy of Grand Sport After winning AFF Cup title last year, Vietnamese men's football team are set to don new jerseys in 2019. The new dress kits, designed by Grand Sport, will have the traditional red and golden colors at home, while the away outfit will be in white. Both kits will have the dynamic arrow pattern. As usual, the national flag of Vietnam will be 3D printed on the left side of the chest, while the right side will carry the apparel logo. The back of the collar will also have a small golden star. The sleeves will be etched with small details, using laser technology. The away kit in white. Photo courtesy of Grand Sport This jersey is also made from a new type of fabric that brings "ultimate comfort optimum ventilation, tuned breathability and lightweight mobility," said the Bangkok-based sports clothing company. Vietnamese players Nguyen Quang Hai, Doan Van Hau, Bui Tien Dung (defender), Luong Xuan … [Read more...] about Vietnam gets new jersey ahead of first Asian Cup 2019 game
New wave of technology firms and co working operators start
Vietnam has been seeing a new wave of technology firms and co-working operators, creating new opportunities for the real estate industry. There is no better place to witness the growing demand from technology firms and co-working operators than Vietnam, according to Stephen Wyatt, country head of JLL Vietnam. “The country is catching up fast with its regional peers, due to a young, dynamic, tech-savvy, entrepreneurial population. We have seen a dramatic increase in demand from technology firms and co-working and flexible working operators over the past three years and anticipate this will be one of the key trends over the next five years,” said Wyatt. Technology firms are driving office space demand in major cities Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City now have around two million square metres of office for lease each, and also limited co-working space. “It is high time for developers to focus on this investment field,” Wyatt told VIR. Technology and e-commerce … [Read more...] about New wave of technology firms and co working operators start
New opportunities for Japanese firms in Vietnam
Governor of Kanagawa prefecture Kuroiwa Yuji at the event (Photo: VNA) The opportunities were explored at the Vietnam - Japan Investment Cooperation Forum held in Yokohama port city, the Japanese prefecture of Kanagawa on September 7th. Speaking at the event, Governor of Kanagawa prefecture Kuroiwa Yuji said it was the fourth time the forum was held within the framework of the Vietnam Festa in Kanagawa. He said six Vietnamese firms invested in Kanagawa last year while the prefecture has invested in four industrial parks in Vietnam, adding that the annual forum will help reinforce Vietnam - Japan ties, and Vietnam - Kanagawa ties in particular. Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Nguyen Quoc Cuong, for his part, said the investment and business environment in Vietnam is considered favourable, with the country’s GDP growth surpassing 7 percent in January-June, and predicted at 6.8 percent this year by the World Bank. Vietnam and Japan have signed and promoted the enforcement of the … [Read more...] about New opportunities for Japanese firms in Vietnam