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?
As Việt Nam races towards its target of double-digit economic growth, the demand for stable, 24/7 energy is absolute. Could nuclear power be the ultimate gambit for this new era of development? In this episode of Vietnam 360, Dmitry Raspopine, Director of the Rosatom Country Office in Vietnam, sits down to explore the topic "Việt Nam's Nuclear Gambit".
Việt Nam aims to have eight universities in Asia's top 200 by 2030, a goal that requires boosting research capabilities, expanding international partnerships, and granting institutions greater autonomy. Ultimately, this push for higher rankings is designed to elevate overall educational quality and better prepare students for the global job market.
Vietnam is stepping into a new era with bold ambitions and a target for double-digit economic growth. But in a world of fragmented global supply chains, how will a new generation of "technocratic" leaders steer the nation forward? In this episode of Vietnam 360, Fred Burke, Senior Advisor at Baker McKenzie, shares his expert insights after observing Vietnam’s transformation for over three decades. Watch the full discussion on Vietnam Today.
Following the 14th National Party Congress, Việt Nam prioritises education for an innovation-driven economy. This episode explores how English proficiency advances national goals under Resolution 71. British Council experts James Shipton and Davide Guarini Gilmartin discuss policy reform and strengthening Việt Nam-UK educational ties.
Việt Nam’s economy is growing fast, but a key question remains: how to boost productivity? With a GDP of 514 billion USD, the country matches the revenue of giants like Amazon - yet relies on a workforce far larger. This gap highlights a critical challenge. In this episode of Vietnam 360, we explore what must change in education, industry and policy to turn scale into strength.
Data is the new oil, fueling the next phase of growth in Việt Nam’s journey toward a high-income future by 2045. How do we ensure this digital revolution truly delivers for the economy? To decode Việt Nam’s digital future, we are joined by Professor Raymond Gordon, President and Vice Chancellor of British University Vietnam, and Professor Ali Al-Dulaimi, Head of School of Computing and Innovative Technologies, British University Vietnam.
On this episode of Vietnam 360, we explores Vietnam’s shift toward green growth as a new development pathway. In conversation with Juhern Kim, Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) Country Representative to VN, the program examines Vietnam’s net-zero ambition by 2050, the role of policy, green finance, and private sector innovation, and the importance of pilot projects and investment to turn green transition commitments into practical, scalable action.
Hà Nội is at a crossroads as it prepares to restrict petrol motorcycles and introduce low-emission zones to combat pollution. How can the capital transition to a greener future without disrupting daily life? In this episode of Vietnam 360, we explore the city’s mobility shift with Mr Emmanuel Cerise of the Île-de-France region and Mr Nguyễn Hữu Phước Nguyên, CEO of Selex Motors, to discuss global lessons and local innovations.
After the 14th National Party Congress, Vietnam is striving to redefine its position on the global stage, seeking sustainable, long-term investment centred on people. So what lies ahead for the investment flows that underpin the nation’s future development? In this episode of Vietnam 360, we explore that question with our guest, Dr Philipp Rösler, a son of Vietnam and former Vice Chancellor of Germany.