The making of Asia’s ‘next tiger’
The article titled “The Making of Asia’s Next Tiger” discusses Vietnam’s rapid economic growth and its potential to become a leading economic powerhouse in Southeast Asia. It highlights several key factors contributing to this transformation, including strategic planning, global integration, and a booming tourism sector. Vietnam’s economy has shown remarkable resilience, particularly in the wake...
Not China, Vietnam is the production ‘headquarters’ of the smartphone ‘king’
The article discusses how Vietnam has emerged as a major production hub for smartphones, particularly highlighting Samsung Electronics’ strategic shift in its manufacturing operations. While many may associate smartphone production primarily with China, the article emphasizes that Vietnam is becoming increasingly significant in this sector. Samsung has made substantial investments in Vietnam, establishing factories that...
US energy giant wants to ‘pour’ billions of dollars into wind power investment in Vietnam
There is a significant interest by a major US energy company in investing billions of dollars in wind power projects in Vietnam. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to expand renewable energy sources in the country, which is increasingly recognized for its wind power potential due to its favorable geographical conditions. The US...
Major US toymaker speeds up relocation plans to Indonesia, Vietnam
The Jakarta Post article discusses the accelerated plans of a major U.S. toymaker to relocate its manufacturing operations from China to Southeast Asia, specifically Indonesia and Vietnam. This shift is largely driven by the ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions, which have resulted in significant tariffs on Chinese goods, prompting companies to seek more cost-effective production alternatives....
Vietnam in US-China Trade Tensions
The article from The Diplomat discusses how Vietnam has strategically positioned itself amid the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China. As the trade war escalated, Vietnam emerged as a significant beneficiary, attracting manufacturers looking to avoid tariffs imposed on Chinese goods. This shift has been particularly pronounced in sectors like electronics and...
Foreign experts advise Vietnam to overcome investment attraction bottlenecks, affirming that Ho Chi Minh City will become a regional innovation hub
The challenges and opportunities that Vietnam, especially Ho Chi Minh City, is facing in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI). According to expert Kailash Raghuwanshi, Vietnam has great potential thanks to its increasingly improving business environment and technological development capabilities. However, there are still many bottlenecks that need to be overcome, including logistics issues, support policies...
Vietnamese goods have arrived at the Chinese border in just 14 hours by rail, making the dream of “departing at night and arriving the next morning” come true.
The transport of goods from Vietnam to China by rail, with a time of only 14 hours from Yen Vien station (Vietnam) to Nanning South station (China). This is a big step forward, shortening the time by more than 80% compared to traditional sea transport methods, helping to realize the dream of “departing at night...
Vietnam’s economy prospers with export surplus at 1.47 billion USD in 2 months
In the first two months of 2025, Vietnam’s economy demonstrated robust growth, achieving an impressive export surplus of $1.47 billion. The total import-export turnover reached $127 billion, reflecting a 12% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. This growth is attributed to a significant rise in export activities, with total exports surpassing...
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