The Point 2: 55 years of diplomatic relations between Norway and Vietnam

10/03/2026
13:14

This episode examines the progress of this partnership, the opportunities that lie ahead in offshore wind and renewables, and how Norway and Vietnam are collaborating to achieve a just and inclusive energy transition.

Shaping Clay, Shaping Identity: Bát Tràng Goes Global | Local Towards Global

Shaping Clay, Shaping Identity: Bát Tràng Goes Global | Local Towards Global

Politics & Economy 14:16

Through centuries of change, Bát Tràng has endured, becoming one of only two Vietnamese craft villages included among 68 craft villages in cities recognised by UNESCO's Creative Cities Network for Crafts and Folk Art.

Inside Asia | 10.03.2026

Inside Asia | 10.03.2026

Politics & Economy 27:05

This episode of Inside Asia explores the stories shaping the region. It also takes a deeper look at the latest updates on Vietnam’s upcoming elections to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils for the 2026–2031 term, a major national political event scheduled for March 15, 2026

The Point 2: 55 years of diplomatic relations between Norway and Vietnam

The Point 2: 55 years of diplomatic relations between Norway and Vietnam

Politics & Economy 13:14

This episode examines the progress of this partnership, the opportunities that lie ahead in offshore wind and renewables, and how Norway and Vietnam are collaborating to achieve a just and inclusive energy transition.

When talks fail in the Middle East | Global Insight

When talks fail in the Middle East | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 27:39

Welcome to Global Insight, where we talk about matters that shape our world. Days have passed since missiles exploded across the skies of the Middle East. The United States, Iran, and Israel now stand locked in a conflict that is rippling far beyond the battlefield - threatening energy routes, destabilising alliances, and testing the very credibility of international diplomacy.

Iran strengthens military capabilities

Iran strengthens military capabilities

Politics & Economy 02:15

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has launched a new wave of retaliatory attacks targeting the United States and Israel. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Tehran is prepared for a full-scale escalation with the United States if that is what the administration of President Donald Trump intends.

The Point 2: Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence | 07.03.2026

The Point 2: Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence | 07.03.2026

Politics & Economy 15:43

As the digital world expands, so does the risk of technology-facilitated gender-based violence. With 86% of Việt Nam’s population now connected, addressing digital exploitation and harassment is more urgent than ever. In this episode of The Point, we sit down with Hà Thị Quỳnh Anh from UNFPA Việt Nam to expose these digital threats and explore how to build a safer, more inclusive internet for all.