Vietnam Innovators

[English as below] Việt Nam đang bước vào một giai đoạn tăng trưởng mới của ngành Hospitality, được thúc đẩy bởi sự gia tăng của khách quốc tế, những thay đổi về hạ tầng và làn sóng ứng dụng AI trong vận hành. Nhưng khi công nghệ ngày càng phát triển, điều gì sẽ tiếp tục tạo nên lợi thế cạnh tranh của một khách sạn cao cấp? Trong tập 399 của Vietnam Innovators (Tiếng Anh), host Hảo Trần trò chuyện...

[English as below] Việt Nam đang đứng trước bước ngoặt kinh tế quan trọng, dịch chuyển mạnh mẽ từ gia công chi phí thấp sang nền kinh tế tri thức và công nghệ cao. Để hỗ trợ bước nhảy vọt này, một câu hỏi lớn được đặt ra: Liệu giáo dục có thể trở thành đòn bẩy tái định hình nền kinh tế Việt Nam, và chúng ta cần chuẩn bị gì để nuôi dưỡng thế hệ lãnh đạo toàn cầu tiếp theo? Trong tập 398 của Vietnam...

[English as below] Trong tập tiếp theo của phiên bản 2.0, cùng host Hao Tran gặp gỡ ông Frederick Burke (Cố vấn cấp cao tại Baker McKenzie) và ông Mark Gillin (Chủ tịch Hội đồng Quốc gia AmCham Việt Nam). Là những người tiên phong đặt chân đến Việt Nam từ đầu thập niên 90, họ sẽ mang đến những câu chuyện thực tế và góc nhìn sắc bén về hành trình chuyển mình của Việt Nam trong kỷ nguyên toàn cầu hó...

[English as below] Việt Nam đang đứng trước cơ hội hiếm có để bứt phá khỏi bẫy thu nhập trung bình và tiến gần hơn đến mục tiêu trở thành nền kinh tế nghìn tỷ USD. Nhưng tăng trưởng nhanh thôi là chưa đủ. Câu hỏi lớn hơn là: Làm thế nào để Việt Nam xây dựng được những động lực tăng trưởng bền vững, thay vì tiếp tục phụ thuộc vào FDI và lợi thế lao động chi phí thấp như nhiều nền kinh tế đi trước?...

Studying abroad provides students with valuable opportunities to grow strong, but it also brings significant challenges for both students and parents, particularly in financial planning. Beyond tuition and other fixed costs, many families also have to manage unexpected expenses and unforeseen situations when their children live away from home. In this context, the support of international financia...

Behind Vietnam’s plan to establish an International Financial Center (IFC) is a broader ambition to strengthen the country’s position within the global financial system and make it a more attractive destination for international investors. A more open, transparent, and efficient financial ecosystem could enable capital to flow more directly into key growth sectors while accelerating the modernizat...

GDP is often the starting point when evaluating a country’s development. But it also invites a deeper question: can an economy be truly called “prosperous” if rising output is not matched by meaningful improvements in people’s quality of life? This is the focus of Episode 393 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast (English episode), featuring Mr. Warrick Cleine MBE, Chairman & CEO of KPMG Vietnam a...

Against a backdrop of ongoing global economic uncertainty, Vietnam has managed to maintain relatively strong macroeconomic stability, supported by infrastructure investment, resilient domestic consumption, and controlled inflation. Our financial markets have also shown notable resilience despite persistent external pressures from geopolitics, energy volatility, and shifting global capital flows. H...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving beyond basic support tools into a new generation of “AI agents” - systems capable of independently analyzing information, making decisions, and executing tasks that once required human involvement. This shift is expected to reshape global workforce structures and transform how businesses operate. For Vietnam, it presents an opportunity to accelerate digital...

In Episode 390 of Vietnam Innovators (English Edition), Giovanni Zangani, Founder and Managing Partner of Maestro Equity Partners, shares his perspective on what foreign investors often misunderstand about doing business in Vietnam. Beyond the country’s strong macro growth story, Giovanni explains why real returns come from understanding local entrepreneurs, family-run businesses, and the operatio...

As consumers are presented with more choices than ever before, packaging is becoming an increasingly important touchpoint between brands and customers. Beyond helping products stand out and capture consumer attention, new packaging solutions also enable businesses to optimize transportation costs, expand distribution capabilities, and meet rising standards for food safety and sustainability. Episo...

Vietnam is gradually evolving from a traditional manufacturing hub into a market where local businesses are building their own brands and reaching global consumers through e-commerce export. The growth of digital platforms is lowering barriers to entry, enabling Vietnamese companies - especially SMEs - to participate more directly in global value chains. This shift is also extending beyond major u...

In Episode 387 of Vietnam Innovators, Eddie Thai, Co-founder and General Partner of Ascend Vietnam Ventures, shares his perspective on the unique “DNA” of Vietnam’s tech ecosystem. From the country’s impressive economic growth, averaging 7% annually since 1990, to ongoing structural reforms in government, Vietnam is steadily building a strong foundation for long-term potential. The conversation hi...

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With the strong economic fundamentals and growth potential, Vietnam has emerged as one of the most dynamic markets in Asia, drawing increasing attention from international investors and businesses. Yet alongside these opportunities come operational challenges, particularly in areas such as cross-border payments, capital controls, and foreign exchange conversion costs. These financial frictions can...

Amid ongoing political tensions in the Middle East, attention is increasingly turning to the potential ripple effects on the global economy, including Vietnam. Volatility in oil prices, risks to global supply chains, and potential spillover effects on inflation and economic growth are among the key issues being closely watched as geopolitical tensions in the region persist. Back on the Vietnam Inn...

What is the key to successfully scaling a business? If your answer is a well-crafted strategy, that may be necessary, but it’s not enough. According to Mr. Vinnie Lauria, Founding Partner at Golden Gate Ventures, the real differentiators are people and a deep understanding of cultural nuances - factors that help companies grow sustainably as they enter new markets. Lauria began his career as an en...

Sustainable farming practices and the application of science and technology are becoming increasingly important for Vietnam’s agricultural sector, helping improve productivity, reduce environmental impact, and enable farmers to better adapt to market fluctuations. Against this backdrop, companies such as De Heus are playing an increasingly important role by working alongside farmers to support a m...

Higher education, especially the research university model, plays an increasingly important role in developing Vietnam’s skilled workforce. It also gives students greater access to international academic and research environments. One of the most notable education partnerships between Vietnam and Germany is led by Prof. Dr. René Thiele, President of Vietnamese-German University (VGU). Before takin...

The rapid growth of the healthtech industry and AI in digital health is reshaping how people access and manage healthcare worldwide. Instead of relying solely on hospital visits, many technology-driven solutions now allow users to track health metrics, manage chronic diseases, and build healthier habits directly through mobile applications. Amid this wave of innovation, technology entrepreneurs ar...

Listen to this episode on  Youtube And explore many amazing articles about the pioneers at:  https://vietcetera.com/vn/bo-suu-tap/vietnam-innovator Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at hello@vni-digest.com

What does Vietnam need to do to break into top 20 economies? This is one of the central topics that host Hảo Trần and Mr. Tony Ngo will explore in Episode 378 of the Vietnam Innovators (English edition) podcast this week. With more than 20 years of experience in finance and entrepreneurship, Tony Ngo is the Co-Founder of 20in20 Partners, a Vietnam-focused advisory and institutional investment plat...

Listen to this episode on Youtube And explore many amazing articles about the pioneers at:  https://vietcetera.com/vn/bo-suu-tap/vietnam-innovator Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at hello@vni-digest.com

Listen to this episode on  Youtube And explore many amazing articles about the pioneers at: https://vietcetera.com/vn/bo-suu-tap/vietnam-innovator Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at hello@vni-digest.com

Life does not follow a single set of rules, and the “truths” shaped by personal experience do not always align with what most people believe. Some lessons only become clear after facing real-life challenges. In episode 375 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast, stepping away from its usual focus on economics, markets, and innovation, host Hao Tran speaks with podcaster Kenneth Nguyen in an open conver...