HCMC – The Saigon Times CSR 2024 program concluded today, November 14, with a merit ceremony held to honor 40 companies for their outstanding corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and meaningful contributions to society.
The ceremony took place at the GEM Center in District 1, HCMC, and was attended by around 130 delegates, including foreign diplomats, and business executives of the honored companies.
“Sustainability is no longer just a trend; it has evolved into an essential element of long-term business strategy. CSR not only helps businesses enhance their reputation and brand image but also positively contributes to the sustainable development of society and the environment,” Pham Huu Chuong, deputy editor-in-chief of the Saigon Times Group and head of the Saigon Times CSR program organizing team, said in his opening remarks.
Building on the success of the past five editions, this year’s Saigon Times CSR program continued its mission to recognize businesses that have left meaningful impact on society, promoted sustainable development, and provided much-needed support for the community.
Launched in late April, the Saigon Times CSR 2024 program attracted hundreds of inspiring CSR stories from both Vietnamese and foreign-invested businesses across the country. Around 90 impactful CSR stories were published in The Saigon Times and its sister online publication, Kinh Te Sai Gon Online, showcasing the positive impact these companies have left on local communities.
At the ceremony, 40 companies were recognized and honored for their inspiring CSR practices and their valuable contributions to the community and society as a whole.
As part of the program, the “Invest in sustainable future” seminar was held with panelists who are experts in the field and leaders of major corporations, including David John Whitehead, chairman of Mavin Group; Joseph Low, president, Real Estate (Vietnam), Keppel Ltd; Craig MacLean, general manager, Anheuser-Busch InBev Vietnam, BU SEA; Truong An Duong, general manager of North Vietnam and Residential, Frasers Property Vietnam; and Bui Thi Mai Hoai, director of the Sustainable Finance Institute (SFI) at the University of Economics HCMC (UEH).
