Unlike its Southeast Asian neighbours, Manila has too eagerly embraced Washington and now appears to be back-pedalling to avoid retaliation from Beijing Vietnam, on the other hand, provides a textbook example of successful hedging,
Vietnam PM says power shortages may last until May 25; govt starts planned blackouts as heat stretches grid
HANOI, May 20 (Bloomberg): Vietnam began planned nationwide blackouts as the country struggles to meet surging power demand amid extreme hot weather. Power shortages may occur in some areas through …
S.Korea’s Shinhan Finance Company undergoes police inspection in Ho Chi Minh City
Dozens of police officers in Ho Chi Minh City gathered at the headquarters of Shinhan Vietnam Finance Company in District 1, a unit of South Korea’s Shinhan Card, on Friday to check its lending …
Apple got rich in China. Other Asian markets offer the next ‘golden opportunity’
Apple launched an online store in Vietnam this week, in another nod to the growing importance of emerging markets for the iPhone maker.
11 dead in China-Vietnam border road accident linked to human trafficking
A road incident where a vehicle overturned along the border of China and Vietnam has led to the deaths of 11 people. Authorities said the incident was related to human trafficking.
Yoon asks Vietnam PM to further support S. Korean businesses
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol asked Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Friday to extend further support to South Korean businesses operating in his country, the presidential office …
Tax Obligations for Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam
Non-residents who own property in Vietnam should be aware of a number of tax obligations and possible benefits. Here’s a brief overview.
Toyota Vietnam tops passenger car market in April
It delivered 4,247 Toyota models to buyers, comprising 1,876 domestically assembled cars and 2,371 imported completely built-up units. Corolla Cross and Vios were among the 10 best sellers in the …
Gary Sinise to honor Vietnam vets with free concert 50 years after end of combat operations
Actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise is spearheading a free concert in D.C.’s Constitution Hall next week to honor veterans who served in the Vietnam War.
Torch lighting, honoring of Vietnam vets kicks off DOD Warrior Games
The Department of Defense Warrior Games began with Army Capt. Kelly Elmlinger lighting the official torch, with help from comedian Jon Stewart, during opening ceremonies for the games at the United States Military Academy.