Vietnam Emerges as Southeast Asia’s Brightest Star
HANOI – Vietnam is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in international travel. As of 2024, the country received approximately 17.5 million international arrivals, overtaking Singapore to become Southeast Asia’s third-most-visited destination—behind Thailand (35 million) and Malaysia (25 million). Remarkably, Vietnam has reclaimed 98 % … Continue reading Vietnam Emerges as Southeast Asia’s Brightest Star
US and Vietnam Reach Landmark Tariff Agreement
HANOI/WASHINGTON – In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, President Trump announced on July 2, that the United States and Vietnam have agreed to a preliminary tariff deal. Under this framework, U.S. tariffs on Vietnamese exports will be temporarily set at 20%, … Continue reading US and Vietnam Reach Landmark Tariff Agreement
US presses Hanoi to reduce dependence on China
WASHINGTON/HANOI – The US is urging Vietnam to lessen its reliance on Chinese tech in devices assembled locally—such as Apple iPhones, Samsung smartphones, and Meta/Google VR headsets—exported to the American market. Hanoi is hosting meetings with domestic manufacturers to boost … Continue reading US presses Hanoi to reduce dependence on China
Vietnam-Thailand: A New Era of Partnership
HANOI – At the Vietnam-Thailand Business Forum 2025, held on May 16 in the Vietnamese capital under the theme “One Plus One Equals Three Connections,” Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra sent a clear signal … Continue reading Vietnam-Thailand: A New Era of Partnership
Apple Shifts iPhone Production to India, Vietnam
Cupertino/New Delhi/Hanoi — Apple is accelerating the transformation of its global supply chain: The US tech giant will soon manufacture most iPhones sold in the United States in India, while iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and AirPods will largely come from … Continue reading Apple Shifts iPhone Production to India, Vietnam