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Google reveals what Vietnamese searched for in 2016 Vietnam among 10 countries most exposed to hacking risk, report warns A new index that measures a country's internet for its availability, affordability, relevance of content and public access has found that Vietnam is doing better than more than half of the world. … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s internet environment ranked 32nd in the world

SCG is one such example. M&A has become the most effective channel for the company to realise its commitment to long-term investment in the Vietnamese market. At present, SCG boasts 21 subsidiaries in Vietnam focusing on petrochemicals, cement, and building materials, and packaging, many of which have been established via M&A activities. Following the acquisitions, SCG coordinates with companies within its portfolio to foster growth by improving operation and safety standards as well as productivity. SCG’s M&A efforts in Vietnam also reflect its vision to become a regional business leader. … [Read more...] about Long-term development commitments realised through strategic M&A moves

A mangrove forest in Ca Mau province - Illustrative image An environment monitoring project for mangrove aquaculture (AQUAM) in Ca Mau was kicked off on January 15 by the Mekong Delta province's Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Australia’s University of Queensland and the Greenfield Consulting and Development Ltd (GFD). … [Read more...] about VIETNAM NEWS JANUARY 18

Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi at the ceremony. Photo: Vietnam+ Meanwhile, Director General for Multilateral Affairs of the Indonesian Foreign Ministry, Ambassador Hasan Kleib said Indonesia has actively cooperated with other UN member countries over the past years. … [Read more...] about UN’s 71st founding anniversary marked in Indonesia

The 14th Shangri-La Dialogue ended in Singapore on May 31 with a message that dialogue is needed to build trust and transparency. German Defence Minister Ursula von der Layen said this is the first time German has joined the dialogue, which gives the country an opportunity to exchange experience and learn from other countries. She highlighted that transparency and trust building is key to cooperation, adding that together with security structure and mutual benefit they are the pillars for successful partnership. Sharing Layen’s opinion, New Zealand Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee said his country attaches much importance to the maintenance of peace, stability and prosperity in the region. Therefore, New Zealand wishes to engage more closely in regional security structure through bilateral and multilateral dialogues at all levels, he said. He also expressed concern on tension-causing acts on the East Sea, stressing that his country is willing to join hands in … [Read more...] about 14th Shangri-La Dialogue: dialogue to build trust, transparency