High growth rates and surging exports in Vietnam mask deep frustrations in one of Asia’s most ambitious countries.
China is deploying humanoid robots to control crowds at Vietnam border
UBTech Walker S2 humanoid robots are now managing crowds and scanning cargo at China’s Fangchenggang border under a $37 million contract.
Beyond the operating room: How Vinmec is scaling robotic surgery in Vietnam
Vietnam is moving from isolated surgical robots to integrated infrastructure. The global surgical robotics market is projected to grow from USD 14.45 billion in 2026 to more than USD 50 billion by …
A rights group warns Vietnam is ramping up arrests under broad laws to crush dissent
A rights group is warning that Vietnam is increasingly using broadly worded laws to arrest activists, dissidents and others seen as threats to Communist Party rule.
EFTA successfully concludes free trade deal talks with Vietnam
ZURICH, July 2 (Reuters) – The European Free Trade Association said on Thursday it has successfully concluded negotiations with Vietnam on a free trade agreement, as its members seek to diversify …
Thai beverage group sees Vietnam as long-term growth partner
As Vietnam and Thailand move towards the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, Saravoot Yoovidhya, CEO of TCP Group, one of Thailand’s leading F&B groups, shares with VIR’s Thanh Van how businesse …
Vietnam and Philippines raised to upper-middle income status
HANOI: The World Bank has elevated Vietnam and the Philippines to upper-middle income status after years of brisk of economic expansion, potentially bolstering investor confidence in the two nations.
New UOB headquarters building highlights long-term confidence in Vietnam
UOB Vietnam will build a new headquarters in Ho Chi Minh City’s financial centre, signalling strong confidence in the country’s growth.
The Gift Empire Expands to Vietnam, Bringing Premium Corporate Gifting to Southeast Asia’s Fastest-Growing Market
Singapore-based corporate gifting specialist launches giftempire.com.vn — offering 400+ branded gift products with …
Vietnam extends fuel tax suspensions and cuts until end of September
HANOI, July 1 (Reuters) – Vietnam’s government has extended its suspension of some fuel taxes and cuts to other levies by three months until the end of September, the Ministry of Industry and Trade …