In Lâm Đồng province, widely recognised as Việt Nam's vegetable capital, local growers are rapidly transforming into agricultural engineers, pivoting from traditional cultivation to master high-tech, sustainable farming. With over 1,200 hectares dedicated to smart agriculture and automated systems, this technological leap is not only ensuring domestic food security but also propelling Lâm Đồng's high-quality, clean produce into competitive global supply chains.
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.
Welcome to "Les Échos du Vietnam", where we bring you fresh and engaging insights into Vietnam’s vitality, culture, landscapes, and people.
Việt Nam is set to reduce the number of conditional business lines from 198 to 142 from 1 July, marking a significant step in improving the business environment. The shift from pre-check to post-inspection is expected to give businesses greater flexibility while strengthening transparency, compliance, and regulatory efficiency.
This week on Inside Asia, we examine how Asia is responding to growing climate and geopolitical challenges - from Việt Nam’s expanding regional diplomacy and rising food security concerns to the early impacts of El Niño across the region. The programme also highlights how communities are adapting through agriculture, culture and innovation, featuring stories of traditional music, kite festivals and heritage arts finding new life across Asia.