In this week's edition of Inside Asia, our Deep Dive segment focuses on the "Pink Tax," exploring how women face higher everyday costs for products and services marketed specifically to them. From everyday consumer goods and workplace grooming standards in Japan to tax policy debates in China and business support in Vietnam, we examine how marketing strategies, social norms, and financial systems shape spending across the region.
Vietnam still faces questions over market accessibility, institutional participation, liquidity, settlement infrastructure, and the depth of its bond market, while competing with other Asian economies for global capital. So what will it take for Vietnam to turn its FTSE milestone into a stronger and more competitive capital market? Let's find out in Vietnam 360.
Cao Bang ginger carries not only the natural flavor of the rocky mountains but also demonstrates the power of an interconnected value chain, helping Vietnamese ginger reach global markets. Let's discover the stories behind these in Local Towards Global!
In this week's edition of Inside Asia, our Deep Dive segment focuses on the "Pink Tax," exploring how women face higher everyday costs for products and services marketed specifically to them. From everyday consumer goods and workplace grooming standards in Japan to tax policy debates in China and business support in Vietnam, we examine how marketing strategies, social norms, and financial systems shape spending across the region.
Vietnam aims to place 10 universities among Asia’s top 200 by 2035, with two ranking among the world’s top 100 in specific fields. What will it take to build world-class research universities and strengthen international competitiveness?
Discover this week’s Russia Link and explore Vietnam’s breathtaking landscapes, authentic culture, and vibrant modern life.
Six years after the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) took effect, bilateral trade has grown significantly, exceeding $900 billion, with nearly 42.6% of that total recorded in just the past six years. With the EU reaching near-full tariff coverage (bringing 99% of Vietnamese exports into duty-free access), the focus is now shifting from tariff savings to long-term competitiveness, sustainability, and traceability.