Vietnam's former minister of health Nguyen Thanh Long

Former Vietnam Health Minister’s Trial Begins

Vietnam's former health minister and 37 others are on trial in Hanoi for their roles in producing and distributing overpriced COVID-19 test kits. The Viet A scandal, named after the semi-private firm that made the kits, involved senior officials facilitating...
Southeast Asia countries

Is Southeast Asia’s history trap hindering progress?

Southeast Asia experienced its "end of history" moment in the late 1990s, with the region free of colonialism and the end of revanchism. All Southeast Asian countries, except Timor-Leste, were members of ASEAN, and Communist Vietnam and Laos were stable...
South China Sea

China’s Future in the South China Sea: Will It Continue to Follow the Doctrine?

The South China Sea, a region of significant geopolitical importance, has been a source of international concern and tension for decades due to China's claims to vast portions of the strategic waterway. China's actions in the region, including the construction...
Vietnam-Bulgaria

Vietnam-Bulgaria Relations: Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Hanoi, Vietnam Vietnam and Bulgaria have been fostering their diplomatic ties since 1950, demonstrating their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. The relationship is rooted in shared values, mutual respect, and a commitment to progress. During the Cold War, Bulgaria supported...
Vietnam

Vietnam’s Climate Investment: Unlocking $757bn Opportunities by 2030

HANOI Vietnam's climate investment opportunities are projected to reach $757 billion U.S. The goal is to allocate billions of dollars by 2030 towards renewable energy, green construction, energy efficiency, and transportation. However, the country faces challenges in aligning these opportunities...
China Manufacturing Sector

China’s Manufacturing Sector: The Rising Attraction of Vietnam

Hanoi, Vietnam Vietnam has become a significant destination for multinational corporations and investors seeking alternatives to China's manufacturing prowess. Over the past decade, Vietnam has become a prime destination for manufacturing investments, with multinational corporations like Samsung, Intel, and Foxconn...
China-Vietnam

Beijing’s Efforts to Strengthen Vietnam Ties Amid Rising US Influence

Beijing, China China is focusing on strеngthеning its tiеs with nеighbouring Viеtnam amid rising gеopolitical tеnsions in thе Asia-Pacific rеgion. This movе is drivеn by thе Unitеd Statеs' dеsirе to еxpand its influеncе in thе rеgion, prompting China to assеrt...
ASEAN.

Strengthening Intra-ASEAN Ties for Regional Growth

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is focusing on strengthening its intra-regional ties to promote stability, prosperity, and resilience in a rapidly changing global landscape. As regional dynamics evolve, the need for ASEAN member nations to strengthen cooperation within...
India-Vietnam relations

India-Vietnam relations: Is Vietnam an Ally of India?

In the ever-changing geopolitical landscape, alliances between nations play a crucial role in shaping regional and global dynamics. One such partnership that has garnered attention in recent years is the relationship between Vietnam and India. Both countries, located in different...
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