While Wayne traveled to Southeast Asia, anti-war protests, draft-card burnings and marches decrying American troops’ involvement became more prevalent.
Foreign media predictions of Vietnam replacing China as world’s factory miss big picture
In recent years, a question frequently posed by certain Western media outlets is whether Vietnam could replace China as the “world’s factory?” This query has ignited debate, fueled by global restructuring in the industrial supply chain. However …
Russia may increase wheat exports to Vietnam to 1.5-2 million tons in midterm
Russian Deputy Agriculture Minister Maxim Titov noted that due to the lifting of a number of phytosanitary restrictions by the end of 2024, Russia significantly increased wheat exports to Vietnam
Russia signs nuclear energy pact with Vietnam after Hanoi lifts freeze on atomic power programme
After announcing plans to restart its nuclear power programme in November following an eight-year gap, Vietnam has now inked a non-binding agreement with Russia on nuclear energy and cooperation in …
Giant isopod named after Darth Vader is a delicacy in Vietnam
A marine crustacean that looks like Darth Vader’s helmet has been recognised as a new species, but it could be under threat from trawling due to its popularity in Vietnamese restaurants …
China Exports More to Vietnam Than Japan for First Time as Supply Chains Shift
Vietnam overtook Japan as China’s third-largest export destination for the first time, as US tariffs force companies to find new suppliers to avoid levies while continuing to rely on Chinese …
Laos and Vietnam launch new cross-currency transaction, retail payment systems
The governments of Laos and Vietnam have initiated a cross-currency transaction service and cross-border payment system using QR code technology, to strengthen economic ties between the two nations.
HSBC forecasts Vietnam 2025 GDP growth at 6.5%, inflation at 3.0%
Vietnam’s gross domestic product is forecast to grow 6.5% this year, compared with 7.09% last year, with inflation expected to ease to 3.0% in 2025 from 3.6% in 2024, HSBC said on Monday. It warned …
Largest foreign investors continue drive in Vietnam
Vietnam continues to strengthen its position as a top destination for foreign investment, attracting significant inflows from the likes of Singapore, South Korea, China, Hong Kong, and Japan. Pham Duc …
Billionaire brothers bring prosperity to football and business in Vietnam
The Nguyen Xuan family has left an indelible mark on Vietnamese football and business, with three of its seven siblings achieving significant success in both fields.