Blog by Tam Huynh

The 2024 trial starts for the largest embezzlement case in history of Vietnam involving Mrs Truong My Lan, CEO of Van Thinh Phat real estate company, the control of Saigon Commercial Bank and the corruption of State Bank of Vietnam officials.

Starting tomorrow, the long awaited trial of Mrs Truong My...

Risk in Asia has written extensively about Vietnam, even into the shady subjects of what is illegal, such as prostitution and gambling. With Valentine’s Day upon us it is no surprise that RIA looks at the darker side of building romantic relationships in Vietnam… and the risks that it can expose you...

In the dynamic landscape of Vietnam's financial sphere, the dance between credit opportunities and risks creates a narrative that impacts both citizens and expats alike. Imagine the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City, where economic aspirations converge with the stark reality of bad debt risks. As...

The hottest question we receive those days about Vingroup CEO Mr Pham Nhat Vuong, is whether Vinfast EV IPO will be the next Elon Musk Tesla?

For start-ups in tech Venture capitalists like Peter Thiel, Paypal co-founder with Elon Musk, here are the 7 questions testing entrepreneurs before investing i...

What is the current state of counterfeit goods being produced in Vietnam and what are the measures taken by authorities and organizations to combat this illicit trade.

Does Vietnam Produce Counterfeit Goods? Or distribute it?

Counterfeit goods have become a pervasive issue globally, and Vietnam is no ...