Leaders grapple with core function of SOEs
April 18, 2021 | 08:00
Vietnam’s moves to reform and boost the performance of state-owned enterprises is just the latest in a long line of adjustments over the years, with many other countries continuing to grapple with the very notion of such an enterprise and how they should function in the future.
Regional tensions throwing investing trajectory up in air
March 25, 2021 | 11:00
Political stability has been seen as one of the main reasons for Vietnam’s success in recent years in terms of attracting foreign investment. But how might current unrest in other Southeast Asian countries affect the flows of investment in the region as it simultaneously attempts to fight its way out of the pandemic?
Global airlines prepare for long haul with pandemic recovery
March 11, 2021 | 09:00
While some global airlines have started buying new aircraft and hiring staff, there are still major hurdles for the aviation industry to overcome as the realisation dawns that the coronavirus pandemic will not be done and dusted in 2021.
Domestic strife dampens US foreign policy
January 27, 2021 | 08:00
After four tumultuous years, the United States has officially ushered in a new administration, headed by President Joseph R. Biden. But although the shoes under the desk of the Oval Office are new, the tasks in the in-tray remain the same – and it is yet to be determined just how high up the priority list foreign policy will be.
Biden keen to promote a strong America united
January 20, 2021 | 06:46
With the United States set to inaugurate Joe Biden as its next president on January 20, the world will watch on as the new administration attempts to juggle the worsening coronavirus pandemic alongside rising political tensions, a battered economy, and the need to rebuild ties with its allies around the globe.
Brexit deal met with relief across Europe
January 06, 2021 | 10:16
After four long years of debate, negotiation, elections, and more debate, the United Kingdom has finally and officially left the European Union. Nevertheless, even though a bare bones exit deal was agreed at the last minute and welcomed in some quarters, remaining issues for the UK economy are mounting as it forges new relationships with the rest of the world, including Vietnam.
Christmas & New Year away from home
December 11, 2020 | 09:30
Around the world, Christmas is taking on a whole new complexion this year. In countries such as the US and the UK, the festive period is about meeting up with family, often having to travel hundreds of miles to do so, and sharing stories and generally interacting. In many cases, this will be frowned upon.
World braces for outcome as dust settles on US election
November 09, 2020 | 10:00
The outcome of last week’s messy US election is set to have major knock-on effects across the global economy whatever occurs over the next presidential term.
Rare earths become trade dispute tools
October 29, 2020 | 09:00
The importance of rare earths, required for everything from iPhones to fighter jets, has been brought back to the fore in recent weeks with China and the United States moving to protect their interests as their trade dispute rumbles on.
Businesses poised to adjust in face of US-China chess match
August 26, 2020 | 10:00
With the US presidential election mere months away, tensions are continuing to mount in regards to the administration’s position towards China, while nations particularly in Southeast Asia watch on to see how the dragged-out dispute can impact on them.
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