Science and technology firms will play an important role in Vietnam’s future plans The new slogan – Make in Vietnam – has been announced by the Vietnamese government as part of the efforts to show support to all businesses in Vietnam and turn the country into a regional technology hub. The announcement was made at last week’s national forum on developing Vietnamese technology companies in the presence of more than 1,000 delegates, including government officials, experts, and leaders of leading technology firms like FPT Group, Bkav and VCCorp. The event aimed to disseminate the government’s directions in developing technology companies and gather policy feedback. In recent years, Vietnam has seen breakthroughs in technology thanks to giants like Vingroup which last year gained global publicity by developing its own VinFast automobiles and VinSmart smartphone brand, and Viettel Group which is planning to roll out its 5G network next year. Within less than … [Read more...] about Mastering technology for Vietnam’s growth
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APEC leaders divided after US, China spat
Leaders wave as they pose for a "family photo" during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Port Moresby on Nov 18, 2018. (Photo: AFP/Saeed Khan) For the first time in the history of the APEC grouping, leaders were unable to agree on a formal written declaration amid sharp differences over trade policy. "The leaders agreed that instead of a traditional leaders' declaration, they would leave it to the hands of PNG as the chair to issue a chair statement on behalf of all the members," said Zhang Xiaolong, a spokesman from the Chinese foreign ministry. Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau admitted there were "different visions on particular elements with regard to trade that prevented full consensus on a communique document." The annual gathering, held for the first time in Papua New Guinea, was overshadowed by speeches from Chinese President Xi Jinping and US Vice President Mike Pence, which appeared to represent competing bids for regional leadership. Pence warned … [Read more...] about APEC leaders divided after US, China spat
Education key for workforce 4.0
Participants discussed about the importance of learnability in the digital age at the World Economic Forum in Hanoi What do you think are the impacts of digital transformation on human resources? Digital transformation is now an obvious trend in many sectors. Given the constant change, it is harder for individuals to keep their skills up to date or to predict what hiring managers will need three years from now. With the development of artificial intelligence, we will soon see impacts on both blue- and white-collar workers. Human resources (HR) will make greater use of new digital systems, such as applicant tracking systems and HR information systems, to interact with employees, and analytics and assessment tools to drive efficiency and longer-term planning. Standardised processes, like on-boarding or benefit management, will be both automated and individualised. Many large employers have created internal online communities to communicate with employees. Ultimately, workforce … [Read more...] about Education key for workforce 4.0
HCM City hastens tardy school swimming lesson projects
Authorities in HCM City are speeding the implementation of projects to provide swimming lessons for school children. Swimming is a key survival skill Despite efforts having been being made, major challenges remain in realising their targets. Gearing up Thu Duc District has taken the lead in providing swimming lessons for students. After two years of implementation, the district has provided lessons to 70% of primary students and 99% of secondary students. The district targets to provide lessons to over 70% of primary students this school year. Leaders of the district\'s Office of Education and Training attributed the results to tight cooperation between schools, families and the project developers. With the support from local government, the Office of Education and Training in District No. 1 expects to provide swimming lessons to all grade 3rd students this school year. In the meantime, Binh Chanh District\'s Office of Education and Training is collaborating with all swimming pools in … [Read more...] about HCM City hastens tardy school swimming lesson projects
Workforce key in foreign investment decisions
Industrial parks in Hai Phong city and Hung Yen, Bac Ninh and Phu Tho provinces in Vietnam’s north always face a shortage of high-performing workers, as many foreign investors have built or plan to build factories in the region. Some foreign investors, especially from South Korea, expect to expand their business and employ 10,000 workers in the electricity and electronics sectors, according to the latest report from the Navigos Group. Others in the south, meanwhile, are willing to recruit foreign candidates for managerial-level positions when necessary. Greatest demand As Vietnam is considered an attractive destination for foreign investors, the jobs market has been active over recent years. Manufacturing, IT, retail, and finance and banking will see the highest demand for employees this year, according to local and foreign industry insiders. Manufacturing had the highest demand in the first quarter, Navigos Search reports, as growth of 13.56 per cent in the … [Read more...] about Workforce key in foreign investment decisions