In the military, discipline is strength. Every soldier learns not only to train himself, but also to live and work as part of a team. Three months of new recruit training. It is the first stage in a young man's journey into military life. Young men in their teens and early twenties are maturing day by day, becoming soldiers of the Vietnam People's Army.
In this episode of Vietnam Innovators, we welcome a distinguished guest whose connection to Việt Nam extends far beyond diplomacy. Former U.S. Ambassador to Việt Nam Daniel Kritenbrink joins the podcast to reflect on his time in the country and share insights from his new role at The Asia Group.
In the military, discipline is strength. Every soldier learns not only to train himself, but also to live and work as part of a team. Three months of new recruit training. It is the first stage in a young man's journey into military life. Young men in their teens and early twenties are maturing day by day, becoming soldiers of the Vietnam People's Army.
This week on Inside Asia, we explore how Asia is balancing diplomacy, digital transformation and cultural continuity in a rapidly changing world. From the ASEAN Future Forum 2026 in Hà Nội and efforts to deepen regional connectivity through customs and trade cooperation, to Việt Nam’s growing appeal as a destination for travel, work and investment.
This week on Bizline, we explore how data-driven financing is opening new pathways to credit for Vietnamese SMEs, reducing reliance on traditional collateral and reshaping access to capital. We examine the role of fintech, digital records, and recent policy reforms in this transition. Plus, Market Makers looks at how agricultural businesses are embracing circular economy models to adapt to climate change and strengthen their position in global value chains.
As global turbulence deepens, escalating conflicts and economic fragmentation are dominating the headlines. Hard power is the mainstream language that major powers are using. In such a climate, some are beginning to question, does soft power still matter? And can culture, diplomacy and values compete in a world increasingly defined by force and fear? Or is soft power becoming a luxury of a more stable past?
Việt Nam is rapidly strengthening its role in regional and global supply chains, driven by booming manufacturing, e-commerce and rising foreign investment. This episode explores the country's logistics surge, key economic developments and efforts to build stronger links between foreign investors and local businesses to support long-term, innovation-led growth.