Vietnam’s retiree visa should attract financially stable individuals: opinion

Vietnam’s retiree visa should attract financially stable individuals: opinion

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Vietnam’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

Vietnam motorbike taxis draw praise as India imposes state bans

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A 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

Vietnam proposes faster work permit processing for foreign experts

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Vietnam’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

Recapturing the joy of Midsummer: Swedish tradition celebrated in Vietnam

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It 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

Japanese professor donates $39,000 to fund scholarships for Vietnamese students

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Professor 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

Foreigners urge Vietnam to recognize long-term expats’ contributions amid Golden Visa proposal

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Foreigners 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

Vietnam’s co-working spaces draw digital nomads

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Co-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

My top cultural challenges in marrying a Vietnamese wife

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When you marry a Vietnamese wife, you marry a whole community.

A journey of reconciliation: US veteran’s lifelong connection with Vietnam

A journey of reconciliation: US veteran’s lifelong connection with Vietnam

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For 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?”

“How big is this event really going to be by April 30?”

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Helicopters rumbled past the window of my office in Binh Thanh District, motivating my team to rush over and take a look.