Nordic companies and business leaders will gather for a conference to be held in Ho Chi Minh City on June 1, aiming to promote inclusive and sustainable business practices.
The event will include a job fair and workshops with major Nordic companies.(Photo courtesy of NordCham)
HCM City (VNS/VNA) - Nordic companies and business leaders willgather for a conference to be held in Ho Chi Minh City on June1, aiming to promote inclusive and sustainable business practices.
Named ‘Work theNordic Way 2022’, the third-annual conference will also give Vietnamesejob-seekers the chance to meet major Nordic companies through an afternoon ofworkshops, panel sessions, and networking.
Organised by theNordic Chamber of Commerce (NordCham) and four Vietnamese-Nordic alumniassociations, the upcoming event will focus on the theme of a diverse andinclusive workforce. Nordic countries are world leaders in this area, andspeakers will share how promoting inclusion in the workplace can contribute tobusiness success and socio-economic growth.
It will alsoinclude a jobs fair and workshops with major Nordic companies including TetraPak, Home Credit, Novo Nordisk, IKEA, and Esoft.
With these and 25other companies in attendance, ‘Work the Nordic Way 2022’ will provide uniqueopportunities for Vietnamese job-seekers to connect with leading Europeanenterprises in a range of sectors and industries, NordCham said in astatement.
“The third-annualconference provides fantastic match-making opportunities for Vietnamese jobseekers and Nordic business leaders. As our chamber continues to grow, moreNordic companies are looking for engaged, enthusiastic staff who can help theirbusiness to thrive in Vietnam," said Thue Quist Thomasen, Chairman ofNordCham.
"In return,Vietnamese workers have the chance to learn from the corporate culture of someof the world’s leading enterprises right here on their doorstep,” hesaid.
Swedish Ambassador to VietnamAnn Måwe said she hoped that Vietnamese job seekers would take thischance to meet Nordic business leaders in person and see how Nordic corporateculture can kick-start their careers./.
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Chu Ngoc Anh held a working session with Vice President of the Nordic Chamber of Commerce (NordCham) in Vietnam Quist Thomasen on April 16, to discuss the business activities of Nordic companies in the city and the possibility of setting up relations between Hanoi and the capitals of Nordic countries.
Students from Hanoi bagged one gold, two silver, and a bronze at the 2021 Nordic-Baltic Physics Olympiad, the municipal Department of Education and Training announced on May 14.
An exhibition titled ‘Nordic Sustainable Cities’ showcasing successful green projects in Denmark and other Nordic countries has been open to the public in Hanoi to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Denmark.
An online seminar on strengthening trade relations through international trade fairs, held by the Vietnam Trade Office in India on June 25, saw the participation of nearly 50 Vietnamese seafood companies and 50 Indian enterprises in sectors of processed food, agricultural products, fruits, and spices.
The vehicles will be deployed for mail and parcel delivery by Hanoi Post, marking another step in the strategic partnership between the two firms since 2021. With this batch, the total number of electric motorbikes Honda has supplied to Vietnam Post has reached 405, operating primarily in key cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
With participation from major players representing countries such as Russia, China, Japan, India, Thailand, and Indonesia, Vietbuild 2025 is expected to present a wide range of environmentally friendly and innovative products and services, especially building materials, machinery, and interior and exterior decoration.
Bulgaria holds strengths in sectors that align well with Vietnam’s development focus, including information technology, software, electronics, energy and the environment, startups and innovation, agriculture and food processing, logistics, and freight services.
Vietnam Airlines is pursuing an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) roadmap to reduce emissions, improve fuel efficiency, and adopt sustainable aviation fuels. It is also investing in workforce development, corporate culture, and international management practices.
Thailand's largest retailer, Central Retail Corporation (CRC), will invest over 45 billion THB (1.38 billion USD) through 2027 to expand mainstream markets and accelerate growth across Southeast Asia, including Thailand and Vietnam.
Vietnam ranks among Asia’s top producers and exporters of denim, with hundreds of factories producing denim fabric and garments. Vietnamese denim products are now exported to over 70 countries.
In 2024, durian was a leading export among Vietnam’s fruits and vegetables, earning a record of 3.3 billion USD and accounting for 46% of the sector’s total export value. China was the largest market, importing 3.2 billion USD worth of durians, or 97% of the total.
The arrival of this first wind power equipment shipment signalled the Trung Nam Ca Na seaport’s infrastructure readiness and its entry into a new phase of development, aligned with Vietnam’s adjusted National Power Development Plan VIII.
PM Pham Minh Chinh has called on global tech giants to bolster cooperation with Vietnam to assist with the country's efforts to drive a startup and innovation ecosystem.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had meetings with leaders from multinational corporations on June 25, advancing Vietnam’s infrastructure development as well as food processing sector, on the sideslines of the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Tianjin city.
According to UOB, following the US’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs of 46% on Vietnamese goods on April 2, around 80% of Vietnamese businesses have proactively taken measures to respond to potential impacts.
As one of the most prestigious annual international events in the industry, the expo serves as a prime platform for enterprises to connect, exchange valuable experience, and explore reliable collaboration opportunities with both domestic and international companies.
Organised by the Vietnamese Embassy and Trade Office, Vietnam's national booth showcases catalogues and product samples from over 30 Vietnamese companies, spanning key sectors such as agriculture, seafood, food and beverages, footwear, textiles, furniture, plastics, construction materials, and industrial machinery.
The event will include a job fair and workshops with major Nordic companies.(Photo courtesy of NordCham) 
