Vietnam

Country Vietnam
Capital Hanoi
Continent Asia
Currency Dong(VND)
Languages Vietnamese

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Introduction

The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Vietnam declared independence after World War II, but France continued to rule until its 1954 defeat by Communist forces under Ho Chi MINH. Under the Geneva Accords of 1954, Vietnam was divided into the Communist North and anti-Communist South. US economic and military aid to South Vietnam grew through the 1960s in an attempt to bolster the government, but US armed forces were withdrawn following a cease-fire agreement in 1973. Two years later, North Vietnamese forces overran the South reuniting the country under Communist rule. Despite the return of peace, for over a decade the country experienced little economic growth because of conservative leadership policies, the persecution and mass exodus of individuals - many of them successful South Vietnamese merchants - and growing international isolation. However, since the enactment of Vietnam's "doi moi" (renovation) policy in 1986, Vietnamese authorities have committed to increased economic liberalization and enacted structural reforms needed to modernize the economy and to produce more competitive, export-driven industries. The country continues to experience small-scale protests from various groups, the vast majority connected to land-use issues and the lack of equitable mechanisms for resolving disputes. Various ethnic minorities, such as the Montagnards of the Central Highlands and the Khmer Krom in the southern delta region, have also held protests.

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Vietnam floods kill 10, river level at 60-year high - The Hindu
  1. Vietnam floods kill 10, river level at 60-year high  The Hindu
  2. Nine people killed as record rains and floods lash Vietnam  Al Jazeera
  3. Vietnam flood crisis: Record rainfall hit popular tourist spots Hue and Hoi An  Times of India
  4. Record Vietnam floods kill 10, turn streets into canals  bangkokpost.com
  5. Record Floods Devastate Central Vietnam, Leaving Dozens Dead And Thousands Homeless  Outlook India
  6. Climate change, poor planning drive Vietnam flooding  Arab News
  7. Watch: Vietnam reels from deadly floods as river hits 60-year high  The Hindu
  8. Record rains drive flooding in Vietnam, submerging ancient city  Al Jazeera
  9. Deadly floods batter central Vietnam, killing at least 10  AP News


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UK and Vietnam reach deal on curbing illegal migration - ReutersUK and Vietnam reach deal on curbing illegal migration  Reuters

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BBC 'deeply concerned' about journalist unable to leave Vietnam - BBCBBC 'deeply concerned' about journalist unable to leave Vietnam  BBC

HSBC raises 2025 Vietnam GDP growth forecast to 7.9% from 6.6% earlier - Fibre2FashionHSBC raises 2025 Vietnam GDP growth forecast to 7.9% from 6.6% earlier  Fibre2Fashion

Standard Chartered Raises Vietnam’s Growth Forecast for 2025 - HubbisStandard Chartered Raises Vietnam’s Growth Forecast for 2025  Hubbis

10 Reasons to Visit Vietnam’s Most Popular Island — Phu Quoc - Moneycontrol10 Reasons to Visit Vietnam’s Most Popular Island — Phu Quoc  Moneycontrol

Divers Stumble Upon a Giant Creature Hidden Deep in Vietnam’s Waters - Indian Defence ReviewDivers Stumble Upon a Giant Creature Hidden Deep in Vietnam’s Waters  Indian Defence Review

Strategic deal between UK and Vietnam to power education links - The PIE NewsStrategic deal between UK and Vietnam to power education links  The PIE News

I took a gap year to teach English in Vietnam after getting laid off. It changed how I see myself. - businessinsider.comI took a gap year to teach English in Vietnam after getting laid off. It changed how I see myself.  businessinsider.com

At least six dead in Da Nang amid record flooding across central Vietnam - Asia News NetworkAt least six dead in Da Nang amid record flooding across central Vietnam  Asia News Network

'From 8 am-10pm and no overtime': Vietnam’s punctual work culture wins over Indian Redditor, says 'can't help but admire it' - Business Today'From 8 am-10pm and no overtime': Vietnam’s punctual work culture wins over Indian Redditor, says 'can't help but admire it'  Business Today

BBC Journalist Barred From Leaving Vietnam, Broadcaster Says - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineBBC Journalist Barred From Leaving Vietnam, Broadcaster Says  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Nokia extends long-term partnership with VNPT in Vietnam - NokiaNokia extends long-term partnership with VNPT in Vietnam  Nokia

Vietnam to Expand Rice Exports After Signing New Trade Deal with Singapore - NewsXVietnam to Expand Rice Exports After Signing New Trade Deal with Singapore  NewsX

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New pricklenape lizard with sharp knife-like spines found in Vietnam’s dense forests - MoneycontrolNew pricklenape lizard with sharp knife-like spines found in Vietnam’s dense forests  Moneycontrol

Vietnam - Health, Welfare, Poverty - BritannicaVietnam - Health, Welfare, Poverty  Britannica

Vietnam Floods: At Least 10 Dead, 5 Missing | Transport Network Battered by Floods - WIONVietnam Floods: At Least 10 Dead, 5 Missing | Transport Network Battered by Floods  WION

Vietnam floods kill 10 as river hits 60-year levels - Taipei TimesVietnam floods kill 10 as river hits 60-year levels  Taipei Times

Vietnam War - Fall, Saigon, US Withdrawal - BritannicaVietnam War - Fall, Saigon, US Withdrawal  Britannica

Trade slows in Vietnam as traders await new crop; rainfall concerns persist - TradingViewTrade slows in Vietnam as traders await new crop; rainfall concerns persist  TradingView

Vietnam Tourism Sees More than Twenty Percent Growth in their International Visitors Arrivals, Focusing on its Cultural Events, Diversification and Sustainable Tourism in this Year - Travel And Tour WorldVietnam Tourism Sees More than Twenty Percent Growth in their International Visitors Arrivals, Focusing on its Cultural Events, Diversification and Sustainable Tourism in this Year  Travel And Tour World

Vietnam Eyes Investment Opportunities in Mexico - DevdiscourseVietnam Eyes Investment Opportunities in Mexico  Devdiscourse

BBC journalist barred from leaving Vietnam and interrogated repeatedly - The GuardianBBC journalist barred from leaving Vietnam and interrogated repeatedly  The Guardian

How Vietnam Is Leading the Way in Tourism Innovation by Building Strong Public-Private Partnerships That Drive Economic Growth and Create World-Class Travel Experiences - Travel And Tour WorldHow Vietnam Is Leading the Way in Tourism Innovation by Building Strong Public-Private Partnerships That Drive Economic Growth and Create World-Class Travel Experiences  Travel And Tour World

Vietnam Surges Ahead Despite Setbacks And Resilience Drives Tourism Growth As It Aims For Twenty-Five Million Foreign Visitors In 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldVietnam Surges Ahead Despite Setbacks And Resilience Drives Tourism Growth As It Aims For Twenty-Five Million Foreign Visitors In 2025  Travel And Tour World

Climate change and poor planning drive Vietnam flooding - The Japan TimesClimate change and poor planning drive Vietnam flooding  The Japan Times

Vietnam’s coffee heartland embraces green standards for global reach - Vietnam Investment Review - VIRVietnam’s coffee heartland embraces green standards for global reach  Vietnam Investment Review - VIR

Vietnam Prevents BBC Journalist From Leaving the Country - The New York TimesVietnam Prevents BBC Journalist From Leaving the Country  The New York Times

Vietnam Witnesses Tourism Growth Driven by their Public-Private Partnerships, Enhancing Economic Development and Global Competitiveness - Travel And Tour WorldVietnam Witnesses Tourism Growth Driven by their Public-Private Partnerships, Enhancing Economic Development and Global Competitiveness  Travel And Tour World

Vietnam’s durian exports hit $1 billion milestone - Vietnam Investment Review - VIRVietnam’s durian exports hit $1 billion milestone  Vietnam Investment Review - VIR

I left a stressful job in Hawaii and moved to Vietnam. It's been 6 years, and I have no plans to move back to the US. - businessinsider.comI left a stressful job in Hawaii and moved to Vietnam. It's been 6 years, and I have no plans to move back to the US.  businessinsider.com

Hanoi Convention: Vietnam’s Middle Power Moment - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHanoi Convention: Vietnam’s Middle Power Moment  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Vietnam Approves China’s ExecuJet Haite for Business Aircraft Maintenance - Aviation International NewsVietnam Approves China’s ExecuJet Haite for Business Aircraft Maintenance  Aviation International News

Vietnam’s CNCTech becomes strategic investor in Japan-backed Dragon Logistics - TheinvestorVietnam’s CNCTech becomes strategic investor in Japan-backed Dragon Logistics  Theinvestor

Floods kill at least 9, leave 5 missing in central Vietnam - ReutersFloods kill at least 9, leave 5 missing in central Vietnam  Reuters

India plans cost roadmap to regain textile edge over Bangladesh, Vietnam, China - The Economic TimesIndia plans cost roadmap to regain textile edge over Bangladesh, Vietnam, China  The Economic Times

India moves to boost textile competitiveness against Bangladesh, Vietnam and China - The Daily StarIndia moves to boost textile competitiveness against Bangladesh, Vietnam and China  The Daily Star

Historic Floods Ravage Central Vietnam Leaving Dozens Dead And Missing - Evrim AgaciHistoric Floods Ravage Central Vietnam Leaving Dozens Dead And Missing  Evrim Agaci

Vietnam and UK elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership - Vietnam Investment Review - VIRVietnam and UK elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership  Vietnam Investment Review - VIR

Vietnam Expands Diplomatic Presence With Opening Of New Consulate General In Chongqing, Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation In Trade, Tourism, And Culture - Travel And Tour WorldVietnam Expands Diplomatic Presence With Opening Of New Consulate General In Chongqing, Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation In Trade, Tourism, And Culture  Travel And Tour World

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Vietnam Coffee Prices Ease As Traders Wait For New Harvest - FinimizeVietnam Coffee Prices Ease As Traders Wait For New Harvest  Finimize

Keir Starmer urged to intervene over couple's Vietnam limoncello deaths - BBCKeir Starmer urged to intervene over couple's Vietnam limoncello deaths  BBC

Vietnam - Economic Reforms, Conflict, Growth - BritannicaVietnam - Economic Reforms, Conflict, Growth  Britannica

Vietnam Day opens up new cooperation chapter for Vietnamese, Korean localities - vietnamnews.vnVietnam Day opens up new cooperation chapter for Vietnamese, Korean localities  vietnamnews.vn

Now, United States Joins Japan, Australia, Italy, Vietnam and France in Shaping the Future of Sustainable Travel in 2026 Through Culture, Adventure and Connection, All You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldNow, United States Joins Japan, Australia, Italy, Vietnam and France in Shaping the Future of Sustainable Travel in 2026 Through Culture, Adventure and Connection, All You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Vietnam must speed up energy transition to meet net-zero goal: expert - TheinvestorVietnam must speed up energy transition to meet net-zero goal: expert  Theinvestor

Vietnam’s tourist sites submerged as record rainfall causes major flooding - AP NewsVietnam’s tourist sites submerged as record rainfall causes major flooding  AP News

Vietnam Invests in UK Aerospace Boost - Mirage NewsVietnam Invests in UK Aerospace Boost  Mirage News

DMCC ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR NEW FINANCIAL CENTRE AS IT CONCLUDES VIETNAM ROADSHOW - Government of Dubai Media OfficeDMCC ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR NEW FINANCIAL CENTRE AS IT CONCLUDES VIETNAM ROADSHOW  Government of Dubai Media Office

Vietnam Travel Advice & Safety - SmartravellerVietnam Travel Advice & Safety  Smartraveller

UK and Vietnam sign deal to fast-track returns - InfoMigrantsUK and Vietnam sign deal to fast-track returns  InfoMigrants

Vietnam’s BBC shame exposes a fearful, ruthless regime - Asia TimesVietnam’s BBC shame exposes a fearful, ruthless regime  Asia Times

Record Floods Devastate Central Vietnam Tourist Hubs - Evrim AgaciRecord Floods Devastate Central Vietnam Tourist Hubs  Evrim Agaci

PM meeting with General Secretary Tô Lâm of Vietnam: 29 October 2025 - GOV.UKPM meeting with General Secretary Tô Lâm of Vietnam: 29 October 2025  GOV.UK

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3 Takeaways From Vietnam’s Drift Toward Russia and Away From America - The New York Times3 Takeaways From Vietnam’s Drift Toward Russia and Away From America  The New York Times

Church joins rescue efforts as deadly floods hit central Vietnam - ucanews.comChurch joins rescue efforts as deadly floods hit central Vietnam  ucanews.com

Vietnam and Russia to Build Cross-Continental Railway - Sada Elbalad englishVietnam and Russia to Build Cross-Continental Railway  Sada Elbalad english

Vietnam pledges to ensure stability, safety, successful opportunities for businesses: State President - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam pledges to ensure stability, safety, successful opportunities for businesses: State President  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

DMCC concludes trade roadshow in Vietnam, launches financial center plans - Economy Middle EastDMCC concludes trade roadshow in Vietnam, launches financial center plans  Economy Middle East

Oxford strengthens strategic partnerships with Vietnam in health, education and climate innovation - University of OxfordOxford strengthens strategic partnerships with Vietnam in health, education and climate innovation  University of Oxford

DMCC announces plans for new financial centre as it concludes Vietnam roadshow - ZAWYADMCC announces plans for new financial centre as it concludes Vietnam roadshow  ZAWYA

Vietnam learns UK's sci-tech, innovation, digital transformation experience - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam learns UK's sci-tech, innovation, digital transformation experience  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

UK and Vietnam upgrade strategic partnership, champion free trade - Nikkei AsiaUK and Vietnam upgrade strategic partnership, champion free trade  Nikkei Asia

Trump says coffee tariff will be lifted under Vietnam trade deal - ReutersTrump says coffee tariff will be lifted under Vietnam trade deal  Reuters

Death toll from Typhoon Bualoi in Vietnam rises to 51 - News On AIRDeath toll from Typhoon Bualoi in Vietnam rises to 51  News On AIR

10 killed, 8 missing due to devastating floods in central Vietnam - Sada Elbalad english10 killed, 8 missing due to devastating floods in central Vietnam  Sada Elbalad english

Seizing Investment Opportunities in Vietnam's Garment and Textile Sector - Vietnam BriefingSeizing Investment Opportunities in Vietnam's Garment and Textile Sector  Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam attends UK’s Trade Policy Review at WTO - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam attends UK’s Trade Policy Review at WTO  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Vietnam APPG hailed for contributions to advancing Vi?t Nam-UK ties - vietnamnews.vnVietnam APPG hailed for contributions to advancing Vi?t Nam-UK ties  vietnamnews.vn

Lee seeks ‘new era of cooperation’ with Australia, Vietnam, Thailand - The Korea TimesLee seeks ‘new era of cooperation’ with Australia, Vietnam, Thailand  The Korea Times

Sharp, Knife-Like Spines: Scientists Uncover Mysterious Lizard in Vietnam’s Wildest Forests - Indian Defence ReviewSharp, Knife-Like Spines: Scientists Uncover Mysterious Lizard in Vietnam’s Wildest Forests  Indian Defence Review

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Record Vietnam floods kill 10, turn streets into canals| Gulf Times - Gulf TimesRecord Vietnam floods kill 10, turn streets into canals| Gulf Times  Gulf Times

EU-Viet Nam agreements - policy.trade.ec.europa.euEU-Viet Nam agreements  policy.trade.ec.europa.eu

Seoul wants to take part in Vietnam’s economic growth: Lee - The Korea HeraldSeoul wants to take part in Vietnam’s economic growth: Lee  The Korea Herald

I took a gap year to teach English in Vietnam after getting laid off. It changed how I see myself. - Business Insider AfricaI took a gap year to teach English in Vietnam after getting laid off. It changed how I see myself.  Business Insider Africa

Party leader vows to ensure favourable investment environment for UK businesses - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Party leader vows to ensure favourable investment environment for UK businesses  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Vietnam (VNM) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners - The Observatory of Economic ComplexityVietnam (VNM) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners  The Observatory of Economic Complexity

Record 1,700mm Rain Triggers Deadly Vietnam Floods - ????Record 1,700mm Rain Triggers Deadly Vietnam Floods  ????

Electric Two-Wheeler Brand POWELLDD Achieves Rapid Growth in Vietnam: Launching Three New Models, Boasting 20 Brand Stores Nationwide - The Manila TimesElectric Two-Wheeler Brand POWELLDD Achieves Rapid Growth in Vietnam: Launching Three New Models, Boasting 20 Brand Stores Nationwide  The Manila Times

Thailand Unites with Vietnam in Shocking Overcharging Scandal – Southeast Asia’s Luxury Hotels Exploiting Tourists Post-Pandemic? - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Unites with Vietnam in Shocking Overcharging Scandal – Southeast Asia’s Luxury Hotels Exploiting Tourists Post-Pandemic?  Travel And Tour World

Vietnam International Electronics & Smart Appliances Expo opens in Hanoi - Vietnam Investment Review - VIRVietnam International Electronics & Smart Appliances Expo opens in Hanoi  Vietnam Investment Review - VIR

English to become Vietnam’s second language in schools - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)English to become Vietnam’s second language in schools  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Vietnam leader’s UK visit overshadowed by ‘interrogation’ of BBC journalist - The IndependentVietnam leader’s UK visit overshadowed by ‘interrogation’ of BBC journalist  The Independent

Record rainfall kills at least 10 in Vietnam - nhk.or.jpRecord rainfall kills at least 10 in Vietnam  nhk.or.jp

E&E News: Deadly floods batter central Vietnam, killing at least 10 - POLITICO ProE&E News: Deadly floods batter central Vietnam, killing at least 10  POLITICO Pro