Hanoi honors projects supporting female startups
A festival to support women in start-ups and green transition, and a fair to promote safe agricultural products by women in the capital will run through August 25 in Hanoi.
A festival to support women in start-ups and green transition, and a fair to promote safe agricultural products by women in the capital will run through August 25 in Hanoi.
Hanoi will keep drawing up mechanisms and policies to promote and create the most favorable environment and conditions for innovative startups.
"Smart" is the keyword in Hanoi's capital planning for 2021-2030, with a vision for 2050.
The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of building a startup culture and entrepreneurial spirit, especially among Vietnam's youth.
Leveraging the available talent, nurturing locals, and embracing innovative strategies drive Vietnamese startups to exceptional performance.
Vietnamese startups selected for the program will have access to mentorship and coaching from Google.
The festival, the second of its kind, helps Vietnamese startups to grow in the host country.
2023 is predicted to be a challenging year for Vietnamese startups, but it is also an opportunity for those who will recalibrate their business models in a slower but sustainable direction.
A number of supportive policies over the past years have enabled Vietnam to create room for domestic startups to grow, especially in areas where Vietnam is on par with other countries.
The program will open up cooperation and exchange opportunities between Vietnam's startups and Singapore's typical innovation partners.
Of the 50 selected startups, 25 are based in Hanoi and will begin the program in November.
The country’s tech-savvy population and burgeoning middle class are making it an attractive market for Singaporean companies.
Ascend Vietnam Ventures has exceeded its US$50 million target for its flagship early-stage venture capital fund, AVV Alpha.
The program, launched for the first time, draws the participation of 20 investors and strategic partners.
They have contributed to addressing problems such as improving transportation in congested cities, expanding affordable connectivity in remote regions, and preventing food waste.