The US-Israel strikes on Iran, which killed the latter’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his influential aides on February 28, prompted different reactions across Southeast Asia. While geographically distant, Southeast Asian governments stated concerns, expressed with cautious language, economic anxiety, and, in some countries, blunt condemnation.
Category: Vietnam
Vietnam and Brunei reaffirm bilateral ties through cultural workshop
The Ambassador of Vietnam to Brunei Darussalam, Tran Anh Vu, and the President of the Veteran Association of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (PERWIRA), Lt Col (Rtd) Ramli Abdul Hadis, have underscored the role of cultural diplomacy in strengthening bilateral ties.
Vietnam e-commerce enters a tougher, more regulated phase
On March 1, Vietnam e-commerce market is shifting from subsidy-driven growth to profitability and tighter regulation.
Vietnam to launch its second domestic car ‘THACO’ in 2027
Vietnam marks a significant milestone in auto industry by launching its second own Vietnamese-branded passenger car “THACO” in 2027.
Southeast Asian leaders in charm offensive at inaugural BoP meeting
On February 19, Donald Trump convened the inaugural meeting of the Trump-initiated Board of Peace (BoP) in Washington, D.C., drawing representatives from its 26 full members.
Vietnam approves starlink for satellite internet pilot
On February 15, Vietnam granted Starlink a licence to provide low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite telecommunications services, enabling commercial deployment under a five-year pilot scheme running until 2031.
Ho Chi Minh City implements round-the-clock waste collection during Tết holiday
Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) has implemented round-the-clock sanitation measures to prevent waste build-up during the Tết holiday on Lunar New Year, allowing garbage trucks to operate during peak hours.
Vietnam hails economic gains at National Party Congress
Vietnam has 2025 as ASEAN’s strongest economic performer, with GDP growth reaching 8.02% that year and the national economy expanding to around US$514 billion.
Vietnam begins 14th National Congress in Hanoi
Vietnam opened its 14th National Congress of the Communist Party on January 19 in Hanoi, with 1,586 delegates representing over 5.6 million members gathering to discuss key documents and elect new leadership for the next five years.
Vietnam bans Chinese drama for displaying nine-dash line map
On January 4, Vietnam officially banned the Chinese Shine On Me drama series after a scene in episode 25 was found displaying a ‘nine-dash line’ map.