Calculating the carbon footprint of a trip in Vietnam was a stark reminder of how flights and luxury hotels are wrecking balls environmentally. For our Viewpoint series, Skift invites thought leaders, …
The Myth of Doi Moi in Vietnam
It pushed globalization, including Vietnam’s accession to the World Trade Organization … rumors circulated about its connections to recent arrests. Truong My Lan, a property tycoon, was detained …
Moody’s downgrades Vietnam’s banks to ‘stable’ on real estate headwinds
CREDIT rating agency Moody’s on Monday (Jan 30) changed its outlook on Vietnam’s banking system from “positive” to “stable”. The downgrade comes amid growing asset risks from stress in the real estate …
Stress Tests Ahead For Vietnam’s Post-Covid Boom
In 2022, the geopolitical tensions caused by the war in Ukraine, slowing growth in the Chinese economy and sharp rises in energy and food prices …
Forget an Airport. Thailand Is Building an Epic New $9 Billion ‘Aviation City’ for Tourists.
A historic airport in Thailand will soon be taken to new heights. The Thai government is spending $8.8 billion (฿290 billion) to turn the country’s Vietnam War–era U-Tapao airport into a new “Eastern …
Who Lost Vietnam? Mark Moyar’s New Book Spreads the Blame
Scholars and writers who challenge conventional accounts of history are often courageous and invaluable seekers of truth. They don’t always find the whole truth, but …
Intertwined opportunities, challenges for Vietnam’s economy in 2023
With certain headwinds predicted for the global economy in 2023, Vietnam too, faces considerable challenges. But opportunities are also significant if concerted and appropriate solutions are taken, an …
Rhode Island man found guilty of Vietnam vet’s murder
Michael Soares, 37, was found guilty of the 2013 first-degree murder of John “Jack” Fay, a 66-year-old Vietnam War veteran, in Rhode Island’s Warwick City Park.
The Drivers and Consequences of Vietnam’s January 2023 Political Shake-Up
Will Vietnam’s political tumult have any geopolitical ramifications? The Diplomat ’s Asia Geopolitics podcast hosts Ankit Panda ( @nktpnd) and Katie Putz ( @LadyPutz) speak to The Diplomat ’s …
Smart-homes getting cheaper in Vietnam
Smart-homes are created by smart household-use appliances, control and connection devices, smart security, energy management and entertainment equipment and services. The two categories of products …