Vietnam’s retiree visa should attract financially stable individuals: opinion
Expat LifeVietnam’s visa landscape is evolving, presenting an opportunity to compete with neighboring countries in attracting retirees.
Vietnam motorbike taxis draw praise as India imposes state bans
Expat LifeA social media debate has flared up comparing Vietnam’s widespread use of ride-hail motorbike taxis with the recent ban on similar services in Karnataka, a state in southwestern India.
Vietnam proposes faster work permit processing for foreign experts
Expat LifeVietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs has proposed reducing the processing time for work permits to just 10 days for foreign experts in high-demand sectors like artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors, part of a broader push to attract skilled international talent.
Recapturing the joy of Midsummer: Swedish tradition celebrated in Vietnam
Expat LifeIt has been 15 years since Vo Thi My Thuan last celebrated Midsummer in Sweden.
Japanese professor donates $39,000 to fund scholarships for Vietnamese students
Expat LifeProfessor Dr. Furuta Motoo, rector of Vietnam Japan University under Vietnam National University, Hanoi, has set aside some US$39,000 from his recent prize to fund scholarships for the university’s students.
Foreigners urge Vietnam to recognize long-term expats’ contributions amid Golden Visa proposal
Expat LifeForeigners living and working in Vietnam have urged proper recognition of positive contributions by long-term expats in the country, especially in light of recent proposals by Vietnam’s tourism body to introduce a 10-year ‘Golden Visa’ aimed at attracting global talent and investors.
Vietnam’s co-working spaces draw digital nomads
Expat LifeCo-working spaces, especially those in major cities in Vietnam, have become a destination for foreign workers who seek new experiences and connectivity while ensuring a productive work day.
My top cultural challenges in marrying a Vietnamese wife
Expat LifeWhen you marry a Vietnamese wife, you marry a whole community.
A journey of reconciliation: US veteran’s lifelong connection with Vietnam
Expat LifeFor Ted Hammett, a former U.S. officer who once served in Vietnam, his relationship with the Southeast Asian country has been shaped by personal sacrifice, deep regret, and a decades-long commitment to healing the wounds of war.
“How big is this event really going to be by April 30?”
Expat LifeHelicopters rumbled past the window of my office in Binh Thanh District, motivating my team to rush over and take a look.
