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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 ...

Embracing Global Trade Opportunities for Vietnam

Until 2017, Vietnam proudly stood as the only country worldwide to secure free trade agreements (FTAs) with major global powers, including the United States, the European Union, Russia, India, Japan, and China. Despite the United States withdrawing fro...