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military aid to South Vietnam grew through the 1960s in an attempt to bolster the government, but US armed forces were withdrawn following a cease-fire agreement in 1973.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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Typhoon Matmo leaves 15 dead in Vietnam - The Hans IndiaTyphoon Matmo leaves 15 dead in Vietnam  The Hans India

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Vietnam arrests and charges journalist Huynh Ngoc Tuan for anti-state propaganda - Committee to Protect JournalistsVietnam arrests and charges journalist Huynh Ngoc Tuan for anti-state propaganda  Committee to Protect Journalists

Hundreds of thousands evacuate as Vietnam braces for Typhoon Bualoi - Al JazeeraHundreds of thousands evacuate as Vietnam braces for Typhoon Bualoi  Al Jazeera

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Hoa Phat chief urges swift action to boost Vietnam’s steel industry - Vietnam Investment Review - VIRHoa Phat chief urges swift action to boost Vietnam’s steel industry  Vietnam Investment Review - VIR

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Swedfund invests $15m to boost SMEs in Vietnam - Impact InvestorSwedfund invests $15m to boost SMEs in Vietnam  Impact Investor

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Vietnam shuts airports, evacuates thousands as Typhoon Bualoi nears - The Economic TimesVietnam shuts airports, evacuates thousands as Typhoon Bualoi nears  The Economic Times

Vietnam upgraded to emerging market status by FTSE Russell - Financial TimesVietnam upgraded to emerging market status by FTSE Russell  Financial Times

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Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules - Vietnam BriefingVietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules  Vietnam Briefing

India Launches Anti-Dumping Probe Targeting Solar Encapsulation Materials from South Korea, Vietnam, and Thailand - Solarbe GlobalIndia Launches Anti-Dumping Probe Targeting Solar Encapsulation Materials from South Korea, Vietnam, and Thailand  Solarbe Global

All-New Destinator Wins Gold Award at VMARK Vietnam Design Award 2025 - ACN NewswireAll-New Destinator Wins Gold Award at VMARK Vietnam Design Award 2025  ACN Newswire

UN rights experts have asked China, Vietnam to account for Tibetan abbot’s tragic transborder death - Tibetan ReviewUN rights experts have asked China, Vietnam to account for Tibetan abbot’s tragic transborder death  Tibetan Review

Can Anything Stop Vietnam’s Turbocharged Growth? - Bloomberg.comCan Anything Stop Vietnam’s Turbocharged Growth?  Bloomberg.com

Natural disasters leave 238 dead and missing in Vietnam, economic damages hit $1.4 billion - Asia News NetworkNatural disasters leave 238 dead and missing in Vietnam, economic damages hit $1.4 billion  Asia News Network

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Vietnam leads charge towards data-driven logistics future - Vietnam Investment Review - VIRVietnam leads charge towards data-driven logistics future  Vietnam Investment Review - VIR

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Hilton doubles Vietnam presence with Sun Group - THP NewsHilton doubles Vietnam presence with Sun Group  THP News

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CM holds talks with NZ, Vietnam and WB envoys - Ahmedabad MirrorCM holds talks with NZ, Vietnam and WB envoys  Ahmedabad Mirror

Vietnam shares hit a record high after FTSE flags upgrade to emerging market status - ReutersVietnam shares hit a record high after FTSE flags upgrade to emerging market status  Reuters

Vietnam cancels land lease for Malaysia-invested $3.2 bln thermal power project - TheinvestorVietnam cancels land lease for Malaysia-invested $3.2 bln thermal power project  Theinvestor

Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation across multiple fields - Asia News NetworkVietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation across multiple fields  Asia News Network

Typhoon Matmo leaves 15 dead in Vietnam - Latest news from AzerbaijanTyphoon Matmo leaves 15 dead in Vietnam  Latest news from Azerbaijan

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FTSE Russell upgrades Vietnam to emerging market status, pending interim review - ReutersFTSE Russell upgrades Vietnam to emerging market status, pending interim review  Reuters

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Authorities in Vietnam bust wildlife smugglers with tons of rare animal parts - MongabayAuthorities in Vietnam bust wildlife smugglers with tons of rare animal parts  Mongabay

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New Flight Routes from China to Vietnam Sees 90% Boost in Travel Interest - The Korea HeraldNew Flight Routes from China to Vietnam Sees 90% Boost in Travel Interest  The Korea Herald

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Nepal lose 3-1 to Vietnam in first fixture - kathmandupost.comNepal lose 3-1 to Vietnam in first fixture  kathmandupost.com

Advisory council proposed to select investors for Vietnam's $67 bln North-South high-speed railway project - TheinvestorAdvisory council proposed to select investors for Vietnam's $67 bln North-South high-speed railway project  Theinvestor

Experience the Art of Pottery in Bàu Trúc: A New Cultural Tourism Hub in Vietnam - Travel And Tour WorldExperience the Art of Pottery in Bàu Trúc: A New Cultural Tourism Hub in Vietnam  Travel And Tour World

Vietnam’s quiet rise: The new diplomatic bridge to North Korea - ThinkChinaVietnam’s quiet rise: The new diplomatic bridge to North Korea  ThinkChina

Torrential rains cause deadly flooding in northern Vietnam - AP NewsTorrential rains cause deadly flooding in northern Vietnam  AP News

Vietnam’s top leader heads to North Korea for first visit in 18 years - South China Morning PostVietnam’s top leader heads to North Korea for first visit in 18 years  South China Morning Post

Thailand's Centel exits Cafe Amazon joint venture in Vietnam on fierce competition - TheinvestorThailand's Centel exits Cafe Amazon joint venture in Vietnam on fierce competition  Theinvestor

Natural disasters have caused $1.3bn in damage across Vietnam so far this year - Tuoi Tre News | The News Gateway to VietnamNatural disasters have caused $1.3bn in damage across Vietnam so far this year  Tuoi Tre News | The News Gateway to Vietnam

Bosch BGSW Vietnam celebrates 15th anniversary - Vietnam Investment Review - VIRBosch BGSW Vietnam celebrates 15th anniversary  Vietnam Investment Review - VIR

Bualoi: At least 11 dead as typhoon sweeps Vietnam - BBCBualoi: At least 11 dead as typhoon sweeps Vietnam  BBC

Vietnam win 3-1 over Nepal in Group F of 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam win 3-1 over Nepal in Group F of 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

EU funds Vietnam’s just energy transition project - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)EU funds Vietnam’s just energy transition project  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

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Christian Women Among Those Ordered to Meet with Officials in Vietnam - International Christian ConcernChristian Women Among Those Ordered to Meet with Officials in Vietnam  International Christian Concern

At least 12 dead, more missing as Typhoon Bualoi makes landfall in Vietnam - Al JazeeraAt least 12 dead, more missing as Typhoon Bualoi makes landfall in Vietnam  Al Jazeera

Vietnam's industry ministry proposes 75% offtake for LNG power projects - TheinvestorVietnam's industry ministry proposes 75% offtake for LNG power projects  Theinvestor

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

North Korea's and Vietnam's communist bosses meet: 5 things to know - Nikkei AsiaNorth Korea's and Vietnam's communist bosses meet: 5 things to know  Nikkei Asia

Vietnam’s power sector choked by price controls, faces looming energy crisis - Báo VietNamNetVietnam’s power sector choked by price controls, faces looming energy crisis  Báo VietNamNet

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Vietnam’s Tourism Industry: Growth Trajectory, Policies, And Opportunities - Vietnam BriefingVietnam’s Tourism Industry: Growth Trajectory, Policies, And Opportunities  Vietnam Briefing

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Understanding Vietnam’s Middle Class in 2025: Size, Spending Patterns, and Opportunities for Businesses - Vietnam BriefingUnderstanding Vietnam’s Middle Class in 2025: Size, Spending Patterns, and Opportunities for Businesses  Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Airlines Launches New Direct Flight from Hanoi to Cebu, Boosting its Tourism and Business Between Vietnam and the Philippines - Travel And Tour WorldVietnam Airlines Launches New Direct Flight from Hanoi to Cebu, Boosting its Tourism and Business Between Vietnam and the Philippines  Travel And Tour World

Vietnam: Legislation to Drive Tech-Driven Economic Growth - OpenGov AsiaVietnam: Legislation to Drive Tech-Driven Economic Growth  OpenGov Asia

Vietnam’s Leader Makes Rare Visit to North Korea to Bolster Ties - Bloomberg.comVietnam’s Leader Makes Rare Visit to North Korea to Bolster Ties  Bloomberg.com

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