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military aid to South Vietnam grew through the 1960s in an attempt to bolster the government, but US armed forces were withdrawn following a cease-fire agreement in 1973.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 finalizes BrahMos supersonic cruise missile purchase from India amid rising South China Sea tensions - Army RecognitionVietnam finalizes BrahMos supersonic cruise missile purchase from India amid rising South China Sea tensions  Army Recognition

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Denmark-Vietnam webinar on organic agriculture - ScandasiaDenmark-Vietnam webinar on organic agriculture  Scandasia

Alphabet Inc shifts Google Pixel production from Vietnam to India amid US tariff concerns - The Economic TimesAlphabet Inc shifts Google Pixel production from Vietnam to India amid US tariff concerns  The Economic Times

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

In This New World Disorder, You Need Vietnam's Bamboo Diplomacy - Bloomberg.comIn This New World Disorder, You Need Vietnam's Bamboo Diplomacy  Bloomberg.com

The invisible scars that won’t ever heal in Vietnam - Asia TimesThe invisible scars that won’t ever heal in Vietnam  Asia Times

Vietnam War - French Rule, Division, Conflict - BritannicaVietnam War - French Rule, Division, Conflict  Britannica

USTR holds productive trade meeting with Vietnam, statement says - ReutersUSTR holds productive trade meeting with Vietnam, statement says  Reuters

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Vietnam central bank preparing restructuring plan for troubled lender SCB - ReutersVietnam central bank preparing restructuring plan for troubled lender SCB  Reuters

10 movies that defined the Vietnam War on the big screen - AP News10 movies that defined the Vietnam War on the big screen  AP News

India imposes 12% safeguard duty on steel imports targeting China , Vietnam - BusinessLineIndia imposes 12% safeguard duty on steel imports targeting China , Vietnam  BusinessLine

Why Vietnam is in the middle of the U.S.-China trade war - Rest of WorldWhy Vietnam is in the middle of the U.S.-China trade war  Rest of World

Norway and Vietnam strengthen partnership on sustainable ocean governance - ScandasiaNorway and Vietnam strengthen partnership on sustainable ocean governance  Scandasia

Samsung may shift production from Vietnam to India, seeks one more year of PLI sops in lieu of FY22 - The Economic TimesSamsung may shift production from Vietnam to India, seeks one more year of PLI sops in lieu of FY22  The Economic Times

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Vietnam clamps down on fraud on US exports, document shows - ReutersVietnam clamps down on fraud on US exports, document shows  Reuters

Opinion | When South Vietnam Died, 50 Years Ago - WSJOpinion | When South Vietnam Died, 50 Years Ago  WSJ

Vietnam country profile - BBCVietnam country profile  BBC

Vietnam clamps down on fraud on US exports, document shows - CNBCVietnam clamps down on fraud on US exports, document shows  CNBC

Google to move Pixel production out of Vietnam due to Trump's tariffs - PhoneArenaGoogle to move Pixel production out of Vietnam due to Trump's tariffs  PhoneArena

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Vietnam adds nuclear to $136 billion plan to boost power capacity - ReutersVietnam adds nuclear to $136 billion plan to boost power capacity  Reuters

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Vietnam-China Economic Partnership Amid Global Tensions - Vietnam BriefingVietnam-China Economic Partnership Amid Global Tensions  Vietnam Briefing

U.S. Tells Its Diplomats in Vietnam to Avoid War Anniversary Events - The New York TimesU.S. Tells Its Diplomats in Vietnam to Avoid War Anniversary Events  The New York Times

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Vietnam, South Korea crack down on Chinese goods skirting U.S. tariffs - Nikkei AsiaVietnam, South Korea crack down on Chinese goods skirting U.S. tariffs  Nikkei Asia

Vietnam targets aid for 100,000 beneficiaries in 2025 Humanitarian Month - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam targets aid for 100,000 beneficiaries in 2025 Humanitarian Month  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

The Vietnam war made American culture bolder and more varied - The EconomistThe Vietnam war made American culture bolder and more varied  The Economist

Vietnam ramps up bond sales, spending as export-led growth faces tariff risks - ReutersVietnam ramps up bond sales, spending as export-led growth faces tariff risks  Reuters

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Vietnam's 21-year journey from division to historic reunification - VnExpress InternationalVietnam's 21-year journey from division to historic reunification  VnExpress International

Vietnam, China eye deepening trade promotion cooperation - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam, China eye deepening trade promotion cooperation  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

‘No winners’ in a trade war, says China’s Xi as he heads to Vietnam on charm offensive - The Guardian‘No winners’ in a trade war, says China’s Xi as he heads to Vietnam on charm offensive  The Guardian

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Seminar highlights 65 years of Vietnam-Cuba unwavering brotherhood - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Seminar highlights 65 years of Vietnam-Cuba unwavering brotherhood  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Public security ministries of Vietnam, Laos strengthen all-round cooperation - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Public security ministries of Vietnam, Laos strengthen all-round cooperation  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Vietnam's major insurer PVI aims for billion-dollar revenue in 2025 - TheinvestorVietnam's major insurer PVI aims for billion-dollar revenue in 2025  Theinvestor

How Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hue, Da Nang, Khe Sanh, Cu Chi, Ia Drang, and Quang Tri Became New Global Tourist Hotspots 50 Years After the War? - Travel And Tour WorldHow Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hue, Da Nang, Khe Sanh, Cu Chi, Ia Drang, and Quang Tri Became New Global Tourist Hotspots 50 Years After the War?  Travel And Tour World

Understanding the US Tariff List: Implications for Vietnam - Vietnam BriefingUnderstanding the US Tariff List: Implications for Vietnam  Vietnam Briefing

Can Bangladesh fend off Vietnam in RMG race? - The Daily StarCan Bangladesh fend off Vietnam in RMG race?  The Daily Star

Vietnam's public security ministry aims to take majority stake in internet firm, document shows - ReutersVietnam's public security ministry aims to take majority stake in internet firm, document shows  Reuters

Vietnam's fortunes actually take a dramatic turn, and not for worst - Responsible StatecraftVietnam's fortunes actually take a dramatic turn, and not for worst  Responsible Statecraft

China/Vietnam: Suspicious Death of Tibetan High Lama - Human Rights WatchChina/Vietnam: Suspicious Death of Tibetan High Lama  Human Rights Watch

Private funding for AI startups in Vietnam jumps eightfold - VnExpress InternationalPrivate funding for AI startups in Vietnam jumps eightfold  VnExpress International

Trump, Vietnam's Lam agree to discuss tariffs deal, to meet soon - ReutersTrump, Vietnam's Lam agree to discuss tariffs deal, to meet soon  Reuters

As Trump threatens tariffs, Vietnam scrambles to avert economic disaster - Al JazeeraAs Trump threatens tariffs, Vietnam scrambles to avert economic disaster  Al Jazeera

World Bank forecasts Vietnam GDP growth at 5.8% in 2025 - VnExpress InternationalWorld Bank forecasts Vietnam GDP growth at 5.8% in 2025  VnExpress International

Creador picks 13% stake in Vietnam's Long Chau Pharmacy at $1.5b valuation - DealStreetAsiaCreador picks 13% stake in Vietnam's Long Chau Pharmacy at $1.5b valuation  DealStreetAsia

An Introduction to Vietnam’s Import and Export Industries - Vietnam BriefingAn Introduction to Vietnam’s Import and Export Industries  Vietnam Briefing

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China’s Xi Jinping says there are no winners in a tariff war as he visits Southeast Asia - AP NewsChina’s Xi Jinping says there are no winners in a tariff war as he visits Southeast Asia  AP News

UN Special Envoy proposes road safety solutions in Vietnam - VOVUN Special Envoy proposes road safety solutions in Vietnam  VOV

Vietnam Pledges to Crack Down on Illicit Transshipment of Chinese Goods: Report - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineVietnam Pledges to Crack Down on Illicit Transshipment of Chinese Goods: Report  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

State President's visit further deepens Vietnam – Laos special relations: Diplomat - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)State President's visit further deepens Vietnam – Laos special relations: Diplomat  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

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