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This weekly episode of Bizline dips into Việt Nam’s economic scenes. In Cross Talk, we’ll explore how Việt Nam can unlock the economic potential of its medicinal plants and turn the country's rich herbal resources into stronger healthcare and commercial value. Then in Market Makers, we examine how live commerce and reshaping Việt Nam’s retail landscape as businesses invest in in-house studios, dedicated teams and AI technologies.
Join Dominic Scriven, founder and chairman of Dragon Capital, as he reflects on his 30-year journey in Việt Nam. In this engaging interview, Scriven shares his deep appreciation for Vietnamese culture, history and art, with insights into the nation's rapid economic transformation. From collecting historical stamps to bridging local markets with global investors, he offers a profound perspective on Việt Nam's extraordinary growth and the resilient spirit of its people.
Discover the story of a Mongolian professor who brought the poetry of Tố Hữu, the Tale of Kiều and President Hồ Chí Minh’s Prison Diary to the steppes of his homeland. Over 60 years later, he continues to share this deep affection at Ulaanbaatar’s School No. 14, inspiring a new generation of students to sing, speak, and love Vietnamese culture.
In Cebu, Philippines, 11 ASEAN nations gathered to chart a shared course through an era of instability. And in Beijing, China, the leaders of the world's two largest economies are sitting down for the first time in nearly a decade on Chinese soil. For Southeast Asia, these are not two separate stories, but two deeply consequential meetings shaping the region's future.
The global race for quantum technology is gaining momentum, opening new opportunities for countries willing to invest early and think long-term. Discover how Việt Nam is positioning itself to become part of the future quantum ecosystem.
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.