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Timing risks

Time & Timing, but one overlooked risk I have had plenty of time exploring since 1989 back in Asia developing countries is the notion of time and timing for all project endeavors. Asian and westerners value their time differently, making the timing, planning and scheduling very different and at times opposite. For instance, how many real estates projects for just 1 tower have been delayed for ages, while Vingroup built the Times City and VinHomes ‘district’ in just 5 years from signing the deal, evictions of the residents, to completion.

Risks for an Expat Renting an Apartment in Vietnam

Risks for an Expat Renting an Apartment in Vietnam

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeJanuary 18, 2023January 18, 2023

Most foreigners in Vietnam don’t know the rules applicable for transferring money out of Vietnam as an Expat or a Vietnamese citizen.

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Expats who need a TRC Temporary Resident Card in Vietnam will find it difficult

Expats who need a TRC Temporary Resident Card in Vietnam will find it difficult

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeAugust 15, 2022October 17, 2022

Due to abuses in Vietnam, visa renewals have stopped. The only way to stay on is to get à TRC Temporary Resident Card. Who and how to get your TRC to replace your visa in 2022?

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Work Permits in Vietnam are Tougher to get

Work Permits in Vietnam are Tougher to get

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeJuly 30, 2022October 19, 2022

In 2022 Vietnam needs to re-open to work after 2 years of complete lockdown March-2020 to March 2022.

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Vietnam is Reopening in 2022, but Travel Visas are Still a Problem.

Vietnam is Reopening in 2022, but Travel Visas are Still a Problem.

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeJune 3, 2022September 11, 2022

When will the pre-Covid level of 1.5Mio visitors/month be back? Is Vietnam travel visa really open to tourists in 2022?

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Buying Covid Travel Insurance in Vietnam & Worldwide

Buying Covid Travel Insurance in Vietnam & Worldwide

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeMay 29, 2022October 19, 2022

Travel Visitors for work Expatriation or Tourism, may need a travel insurance to cover the costs of Covid

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Vietnam Reopens in 2022 for Tourist Visa

Vietnam Reopens in 2022 for Tourist Visa

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeApril 13, 2022October 20, 2022

We summarize the Ministry of Interior security decisions about opening Vietnam post-Covid with strict enforcement of the rules for long-term visa and work permits.

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2022 Travel to the World & Asia is Open for Visas

2022 Travel to the World & Asia is Open for Visas

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeFebruary 8, 2022September 11, 2022

Now that Vietnam is reopening, here are the requirements updated daily to enter the country.

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Bill Gates the next outbreak we re not ready

Bill Gates the next outbreak we re not ready

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeFebruary 8, 2020February 8, 2020

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THE CORONAVIRUS IS ON THE MAP NOW OUT OF WUHAN CITY AND SPREADING : When did it really started ?

THE CORONAVIRUS IS ON THE MAP NOW OUT OF WUHAN CITY AND SPREADING : When did it really started ?

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeJanuary 28, 2020July 12, 2022

Outbreak of Viral Pneumonia in Wuhan: What you need to know What we know about the virus  The China National Health Commission has confirmed that

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