Khi yêu thương vượt mọi biên giới: Prudential Việt Nam viết tiếp hành trình 26 năm đồng hành cùng cộng đồng

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Thông qua Quỹ Prudence Foundation, Prudential Việt Nam phối hợp cùng Trung tâm Nghiên cứu & Đào tạo, Bồi dưỡng Kiến thức Truyền thông số (CRC) triển khai chương trình PRU Volunteering (PRU Tình nguyện) 2025 tại xã Văn Chấn, tỉnh Lào Cai. Chương trình thể hiện cam kết bền vững của Prudential trong việc gắn kết hoạt động kinh doanh với trách nhiệm xã hội, vì một tương lai phát triển bền vững cho cộng đồng. 

Trong tuần đầu tháng 11, Prudential và Quỹ Prudence Foundation cùng CRC tổ chức khảo sát thực địa và cải tạo cơ sở hạ tầng tại nhiều trường học và khu dân cư, bao gồm nâng cấp nhà vệ sinh, thư viện, sân chơi, tường rào, hệ thống đèn đường. Tổng giá trị hỗ trợ lên đến 84.000 USD (tương đương 2,1 tỷ đồng), mang lại lợi ích trực tiếp cho 1.862 người, trong đó có 1.060 học sinh và 802 hộ dân.

Điểm nhấn của chương trình là sự kiện “Bữa ăn yêu thương và Giao lưu văn hóa” diễn ra ngày 6/11 tại Trường Phổ thông Dân tộc Nội trú Tiểu học & THCS Suối Giàng, quy tụ hơn 900 học sinh, giáo viên cùng nhiều tình nguyện viên của Prudential đến từ 14 thị trường trên toàn châu Á, trong đó có Việt Nam. Ngoài ra, trong khuôn khổ chương trình, các tình nguyện viên quốc tế và đội ngũ Prudential Việt Nam cũng đã mang đến cho học sinh địa phương nhiều thông tin thiết thực bao gồm giáo dục tài chính và hướng dẫn vệ sinh cá nhân đúng cách.  

Prudential cam kết hỗ trợ xây dựng cơ sở hạ tầng trường học và khu dân cư lên đến 84.000 USD (tương đương 2,1 tỷ đồng)

Phát biểu tại sự kiện, ông Kevin Kwon – Tổng Giám đốc Prudential Việt Nam chia sẻ: “Tôi rất hạnh phúc khi có mặt ở đây. Đây không chỉ là việc xây dựng một thư viện, mà còn là trao gửi hy vọng cho thế hệ tiếp theo – những người sẽ trở thành nhân tố thay đổi đất nước Việt Nam. Trong suốt 26 năm qua, chúng tôi đã đóng góp và đầu tư hàng triệu đô la để xây dựng một cộng đồng vững mạnh. Đồng thời sẽ tiếp tục thực hiện những việc làm có ý nghĩa để khẳng định cam kết cùng phát triển một xã hội mạnh mẽ, nhân ái, cũng như Prudential Việt Nam luôn dành tâm huyết để đồng hành người dân và cộng đồng trên khắp đất nước này.” 

Được khởi động từ năm 2009, PRU Volunteering là sáng kiến của Quỹ Prudence Foundation. Mỗi năm, chương trình được tổ chức tại một quốc gia khác nhau, quy tụ hàng chục tình nguyện viên là nhân viên Prudential tại nhiều thị trường cùng đóng góp cho cộng đồng thông qua các dự án phục hồi sau thiên tai và hướng tới phát triển bền vững. Điểm đến lần này là xã Văn Chấn, tỉnh Lào Cai – khu vực chịu ảnh hưởng nặng nề sau thiên tai, với nhiều công trình hạ tầng và trường học bị tàn phá. Phần lớn học sinh tại đây là người dân tộc thiểu số, có ít cơ hội tiếp cận giáo dục và giao lưu văn hóa. 

Sự kiện giao lưu văn hóa trong khuôn khổ chương trình Pru Volunteering 2025

Năm nay, Prudential Việt Nam vinh dự trở thành nước đăng cai, đồng thời chương trình này cũng nằm trong chuỗi những hoạt động kỷ niệm 26 năm Prudential có mặt tại thị trường Việt Nam, thể hiện trách nhiệm xã hội của doanh nghiệp, đồng hành cùng cộng đồng trong hành trình xây dựng một Việt Nam thịnh vượng và bền vững.  

Những nỗ lực bền bỉ ấy đã tiếp tục được ghi nhận bởi báo chí và cộng đồng thông qua các giải thưởng uy tín, cụ thể vào ngày 05/11/2025 vừa qua tại Lễ Vinh danh “Doanh nghiệp vì cộng đồng – Saigon Times CSR 2025” do Tạp chí Kinh tế Sài Gòn tổ chức, Prudential Việt Nam vinh dự được công nhận là một trong những doanh nghiệp có đóng góp tiêu biểu cho cộng đồng năm 2025. Giải thưởng là minh chứng cho hành trình không ngừng lan tỏa tinh thần nhân ái và xây dựng giá trị bền vững cho xã hội mà Prudential đã kiên định theo đuổi trong suốt hơn hai thập kỉ hoạt động tại Việt Nam.

Prudential không chỉ tiên phong mang đến các giải pháp bảo vệ tài chính toàn diện mà còn xem trách nhiệm xã hội là một phần không thể tách rời trong chiến lược phát triển bền vững nhằm hiện thực hóa sứ mệnh “mang yên tâm trọn vẹn đến mỗi gia đình Việt”, không chỉ với khách hàng mà còn với cộng đồng.

Vietnam’s Benchmark VN-Index Faces $100 Billion Reckoning in November

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Global Fear Spurs Caution in Hanoi: Can the 1,500-Point Floor Hold Against Foreign Selling Pressure?

The Vietnam Stock Market, a critical component of global emerging market portfolios, is approaching a high-stakes turning point this November, with the benchmark VN-Index trapped between bullish potential and severe global headwinds. Following a sharp correction from its recent peak of 1,795 points, the Index is now hovering in a narrow consolidation band, with local brokerage Vietcap outlining three dramatic scenarios. The most pessimistic, yet entirely plausible, path suggests a potential market capitulation, sending the Index spiraling back to the critical 1,500-point support level. For investors, this 200-point swing represents a possible multi-billion dollar shift in market capitalization and a major stress test for a market long favored by international funds.

The current volatility reflects a global trend where uncertainty outweighs domestic fundamental strength. While corporate earnings are demonstrably robust—with listed companies recording a powerful 41.1% year-on-year increase in third-quarter net profit—the market lacks fresh, immediate catalysts. This “information vacuum” following the earnings season leaves the VN-Index highly vulnerable to external shockwaves. Specifically, recent warnings from major US investment banks like Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley about a potential 10%–15% correction in overvalued American equities have cast a long shadow over Asian trading floors, fueling extreme caution among short-term traders in Hanoi.

Vietcap assigns a 60% probability to its base-case scenario: continued consolidation within the tight range of 1,620 to 1,690 points. In this environment, low trading volumes are expected to persist, leading to stock-specific rather than broad-market movements. The bullish outcome, given a modest 15% probability, hinges on a significant influx of fresh liquidity, which could propel the Index past the 1,700-point resistance and back toward its previous high near 1,800.

However, the key risk lies in the 25% probability negative scenario. This downturn would be triggered by sustained, heavy selling pressure, particularly from foreign investors looking to de-risk their emerging market exposure, combined with margin call liquidations. If the VN-Index breaks decisively below the 1,610–1,620 range, the psychological and technical support at 1,500 points—a level that has historically served as a strong foundation—will become the last line of defense. A failure to hold 1,500 could signal a deeper, structural correction that requires months to recover.

While the market fixes its gaze on the 1,500-point support, overlooking the spectacular 41% corporate earnings growth is a classic short-term investor mistake. The true opportunity is not whether the Index holds or breaks a number, but in selectively acquiring high-quality Vietnamese blue-chip stocks at depressed prices should the global macro fear push the market down. This correction, driven by foreign pessimism rather than domestic business fundamentals, may ultimately offer the most attractive entry point in years for patient, long-term investors seeking exposure to one of Asia’s most dynamic growth stories.

Bảo hiểm — động lực tăng trưởng GDP và sức bật mới cho kinh tế Việt Nam

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Bảo hiểm từ lâu được xem là lá chắn tài chính trước rủi ro bất ngờ. Tuy nhiên, một nghiên cứu khu vực mới đây chỉ ra rằng vai trò của bảo hiểm còn vượt xa như thế: đây là một cấu phần kinh tế then chốt, thúc đẩy tăng trưởng, củng cố sức chống chịu tài chính và hỗ trợ phát triển bền vững quốc gia.

Báo cáo “Beyond Coverage: The Social and Economic Impact of Insurance in ASEAN” do Prudential công bố tháng 9/2025 phân tích tác động của việc mở rộng độ phủ bảo hiểm phi nhân thọ (bao gồm bảo hiểm sức khỏe) và bảo hiểm nhân thọ tại sáu thị trường ASEAN gồm Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thái Lan và Việt Nam.

Ông Steven Chan – Giám đốc Quan hệ Chính Phủ và Chính sách Tập đoàn Prudential, trình bày báo cáo Beyond Coverage trong khuôn khổ Hội nghị Thượng đỉnh Doanh nghiệp Anh – Việt 2025.

Bảo hiểm – động cơ tăng trưởng kinh tế

Kết quả nghiên cứu cho thấy, nếu độ phủ bảo hiểm phi nhân thọ tại các nước ASEAN nhắc đến ở trên tăng 50% đến năm 2050, GDP bình quân đầu người có thể tăng tới 3,1% và tổng GDP tăng 2,6%. Với bảo hiểm nhân thọ, tác động còn mạnh mẽ hơn: mức tăng tương ứng lần lượt là 5,1% và 4,4%.

“Đây không chỉ là những con số mô phỏng,” báo cáo nhấn mạnh. “Những con số này phản ánh hàng tỷ USD giá trị kinh tế mới, gia tăng sức khỏe tài chính hộ gia đình và khả năng chống chịu tốt hơn của doanh nghiệp.”

Với Việt Nam – nơi tổng quy mô thị trường bảo hiểm tương đương khoảng 3% GDP, thấp hơn nhiều so với mức trung bình toàn cầu 6,7% – dư địa tăng trưởng còn rất lớn. Nếu độ phủ bảo hiểm phi nhân thọ tăng 50%, GDP bình quân đầu người có thể tăng thêm 2,5%. Trong trường hợp tăng trưởng cao hơn, mức mở rộng 200% có thể đóng góp tới 10,5% GDP, tương đương khoảng 125 tỷ USD.

Sự gia tăng thu nhập, mở rộng tầng lớp trung lưu cùng những rủi ro gia tăng về sức khỏe và khí hậu khiến bảo hiểm trở thành trụ cột của chiến lược phát triển bền vững và gia tăng khả năng chống chịu của nền kinh tế.

Ông Steven Chan – Giám đốc Quan hệ Chính Phủ và Chính sách Tập đoàn Prudential, nhận định: “Ngành bảo hiểm Việt Nam đang đứng trước thời điểm bản lề. Với những cải cách chính sách và bước tiến mới trên bản đồ thị trường tài chính – chứng khoán, Việt Nam có cơ hội bứt phá từ nền tảng độ phủ bảo hiểm còn khiêm tốn. Theo nghiên cứu, chỉ cần tăng 50% tỷ lệ tham gia bảo hiểm, Việt Nam có thể bổ sung thêm khoảng 30 tỷ USD giá trị kinh tế vào năm 2050. Đây là thời điểm để biến tầm nhìn thành hành động, bao gồm đa dạng hóa danh mục đầu tư, phát triển hệ thống dữ liệu y tế liên thông và tăng cường hợp tác công – tư.”

Ông Steven thảo luận cùng các chuyên gia trong khuôn khổ Hội nghị Thượng đỉnh Doanh nghiệp Anh – Việt 2025.

Đóng góp cho mục tiêu phát triển quốc gia

Báo cáo cũng chỉ ra mối liên hệ giữa bảo hiểm và nhiều Mục tiêu Phát triển Bền vững (SDGs) của Liên Hợp Quốc:

  • Bảo hiểm sức khỏe và nhân thọ hỗ trợ SDG 3 (Sức khỏe tốt và phúc lợi)
  • Sản phẩm quản trị rủi ro thúc đẩy SDG 8 và SDG 9 (Tăng trưởng kinh tế, công nghiệp & đổi mới)
  • Bảo hiểm rủi ro khí hậu và đầu tư bền vững góp phần vào SDG 13 (Hành động vì khí hậu)

Tại các thị trường mới nổi ASEAN, bảo hiểm còn được chứng minh giúp giảm tỷ lệ nghèo, tăng tỷ lệ đến trường và cải thiện kết quả y tế cộng đồng.

Tại Việt Nam, theo Chiến lược phát triển thị trường bảo hiểm, mục tiêu đến 2030 là đạt 18% dân số tham gia bảo hiểm nhân thọ.

Báo cáo Beyond Coverage nhấn mạnh bảo hiểm không chỉ là khoản chi phí cá nhân, mà là “hạ tầng của phát triển bền vững”. Trong bối cảnh nền kinh tế Việt Nam duy trì đà tăng trưởng mạnh mẽ nhưng đối mặt nhiều biến động, việc mở rộng độ bao phủ bảo hiểm vừa mang ý nghĩa xã hội, vừa là đòi hỏi tất yếu của chiến lược phát triển kinh tế.

Typhoon Kalmaegi Batters Vietnam After Killing 114 in the Philippines

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HOI AN, Nov 6 (Vietnam Insider) — Typhoon Kalmaegi slammed into Vietnam’s central coast on Thursday, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and massive waves just two days after leaving at least 114 people dead in the Philippines.

Packing winds of up to 149 kilometers per hour (93 mph), Kalmaegi tore through homes, toppled trees and power poles, and generated waves as high as 10 meters (30 feet) along Vietnam’s coastline, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

Authorities canceled hundreds of flights, shut down six airports, and ordered residents to remain indoors as the 13th — and one of the strongest — storms to hit Vietnam this year made landfall.

More than 260,000 people were evacuated in Gia Lai province, and the government deployed 268,000 soldiers and emergency workers for rescue and recovery efforts. Officials warned of widespread flooding across low-lying coastal regions and potential damage to crops in the Central Highlands, Vietnam’s vital coffee-growing belt.

Central Vietnam on Alert

In Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage town, hotels and homes along Cua Dai Beach were shuttered ahead of the storm. Farther north in Hue, communities already reeling from earlier floods that killed 47 people were bracing for renewed devastation.

Rice farmer Nguyen Van Rin, 42, from the outskirts of Hue, described his fears as floodwaters rose again.

“The last floods drowned my livestock and poultry. Kalmaegi will flood us for the fourth time, and I’m afraid this one will be worse,” he said while steering his small boat through submerged roads.

Kalmaegi made landfall after crossing the South China Sea from the Philippines, where it first struck the island province of Cebu, flattening homes, flipping vehicles, and blocking roads with debris.

Trail of Destruction in the Philippines

In Cebu, authorities on Thursday began the grim task of clearing wreckage and searching for the 127 people still missing. Floodwaters had submerged entire neighborhoods, and relief operations were hampered by impassable roads and mountains of debris.

“The challenge now is debris clearing,” said Raffy Alejandro, a senior civil defense official. “We need to clear these areas immediately — both to find the missing and to deliver aid.”

The devastation came just weeks after a 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck Cebu, killing dozens and displacing thousands. The Philippines, one of the world’s most disaster-prone nations, has now endured 20 storms in 2025, with meteorologists warning that another typhoon is forming east of Mindanao, potentially striking the archipelago next week.

“My Children Have Nothing”

In Talisay City, near Cebu, residents returned home to find only rubble.

“Everything was destroyed. Only the flooring remained,” said Liza Becus, a mother of seven, as she sifted through what was left of her shack. “My children have nothing — no uniforms, no bags, nothing. Everything was washed away.”

As Kalmaegi barrels westward through Vietnam, emergency officials are racing to prevent a humanitarian crisis. The government has warned of continued heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides through the weekend, while coastal provinces brace for potential disruptions to coffee exports and port operations.

The storm’s twin impact — a deadly blow to the Philippines and a major test for Vietnam’s disaster preparedness — underscores once again the region’s growing vulnerability to climate-related superstorms, which are increasing in both frequency and intensity across Southeast Asia.

Vietnam’s Richest Man Enters Space Race with Launch of Aerospace Firm VinSpace

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Phạm Nhật Vượng, Vietnam’s first billionaire and founder of Vingroup, is taking his business empire beyond the Earth’s atmosphere. The tycoon has just established VinSpace JSC, marking Vietnam’s first serious move into aerospace manufacturing and space technology.

According to Vietnam’s business registry, VinSpace was founded on November 3 with a charter capital of VND 300 billion (approximately USD 12 million).
Vượng holds a 71% stake, while Vingroup owns 19%, and his two sons, Phạm Nhật Quân Anh and Phạm Nhật Minh Hoàng, each hold 5%.

The company is licensed to operate across six high-tech sectors, including aircraft production, spacecraft manufacturing, satellite development, and air cargo transport — signaling Vingroup’s boldest diversification yet.

“This marks Vietnam’s first major step into aerospace — a field that defines the future of global technology,” said an analyst familiar with the group’s expansion plans.

A Billionaire at His Peak

Phạm Nhật Vượng’s personal fortune is now estimated between USD 18–20 billion, according to Forbes, placing him near the world’s top 100 richest individuals.
Vượng’s wealth has surged nearly fivefold since early 2024, driven by record-breaking valuations of Vingroup (VIC) and Vinhomes (VHM), both of which hit all-time highs this quarter.

Vingroup’s expansion has accelerated across strategic national industries:

  • VinEnergo: Vietnam’s largest LNG power plant project (4,800 MW, Hai Phong)

  • VinMetal: A USD 400 million metals company supporting high-speed rail and VinFast’s EV supply chain

  • VinSpeed, VinRobotics, VinFilm, and V-Culture Talents: new ventures spanning AI, automation, and creative industries

Vietnam’s Private Sector Powerhouse

The launch of VinSpace coincides with a pivotal shift in Vietnam’s economic strategy. Under a May 2025 Party resolution, the private sector is officially recognized as the nation’s primary growth engine — an unprecedented policy endorsement that strengthens groups like Vingroup.

Vượng’s companies are already involved in nation-shaping infrastructure projects, including:

  • A 15-km sea-crossing bridge connecting Can Gio and Ba Ria–Vung Tau,

  • A metro extension linking Ho Chi Minh City’s downtown with Can Gio, and

  • The 2,870-hectare Vinhomes Green Paradise coastal township, one of Vietnam’s largest urban projects.

From Cars to Cosmos

Analysts see VinSpace as the next logical step after VinFast’s global EV push and Vingroup’s growing AI ventures.
The move mirrors how global billionaires such as Elon Musk (SpaceX, Tesla) and Jeff Bezos (Blue Origin) leveraged aerospace and AI to redefine their fortunes — sectors that have created six of the world’s wealthiest individuals, all worth over USD 200 billion each.

While details about VinSpace’s first projects remain under wraps, the company’s founding suggests Vietnam may soon have its first homegrown aerospace manufacturer — a symbolic leap for a country aiming to rise as a tech and innovation hub in Asia.

Vietnam Insider Analysis

Phạm Nhật Vượng’s venture into aerospace marks not just another chapter in his empire, but potentially a defining moment for Vietnam’s technological independence.
If VinSpace succeeds, it could position Vietnam alongside emerging space powers like India, Japan, and South Korea — nations that have used high-tech innovation to transform their global influence.

Vietnam Police Investigate Attempted Murder After 8th Grader Stabs and Pushes Classmate Into Lake

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Authorities in northern Vietnam are investigating a shocking case involving two eighth-grade students after one allegedly stabbed his classmate multiple times and pushed him into a lake following a schoolyard dispute.

According to the Lao Cai Provincial Police, the incident occurred on November 5 near the Children’s Cultural House lake in Yen Bai Ward, Lao Cai City. Around 3:35 p.m., after classes ended, 13-year-old student V.T.Đ. confronted his classmate N.L.T., both from Quang Trung Secondary School, to settle a personal conflict.

Police said the two had been involved in ongoing disputes during class, with T. frequently teasing and verbally insulting Đ.’s parents. Despite intervention by teachers and parents, the conflict persisted.

Earlier that day, Đ. reportedly hid a small fruit knife in his school bag after lunch, intending to confront T.

When the two met near the lake, Đ. demanded that his classmate stop the insults. After T. refused, Đ. attacked him with the knife, striking multiple times in the back and shoulders before pushing him into the water.

Fortunately, nearby witnesses rescued the victim and rushed him to Lao Cai General Hospital, where his condition has since stabilized.

“The boy’s actions showed clear intent to end another person’s life,” Lao Cai Police said, noting that the case bears signs of the crime of “murder” under Vietnamese law.

However, because Đ. is only 13 years and 6 months old, he is below the age of criminal responsibility and cannot be charged as an adult. Police are continuing to gather evidence and will apply appropriate legal and educational measures under juvenile protection laws.

The case has stunned local residents and educators. The principal of Quang Trung Secondary School expressed deep regret, saying the two boys were known to be close friends and often played together.

“We are shocked — they were classmates and got along well. None of us expected something so tragic,” the school principal said.

Context: Rising Concerns About Youth Violence in Vietnam

This incident adds to growing concerns about school-related violence in Vietnam, where reports of bullying, physical fights, and online harassment among students have increased in recent years.

Experts have called for greater mental health support and conflict resolution education in schools to prevent such tragedies among young students.

Viral Drama: Vietnam–Hong Kong Flight Delayed Two Hours After Passenger’s Emotional Meltdown Over Seat Mix-Up

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A flight from Da Nang, Vietnam to Hong Kong turned into a viral spectacle this week after a female passenger caused a two-hour delay by refusing to sit apart from her boyfriend.

The incident occurred on November 4 aboard HK Express flight UO559, according to Daily Mail. Witnesses said the couple began arguing loudly near the boarding gate before the woman broke down in tears once inside the plane, demanding to switch seats.

Footage circulating on social media shows the woman crying uncontrollably, grabbing a flight attendant’s uniform, and pleading to sit next to her boyfriend. Other passengers looked on in confusion as the situation escalated.

“Everyone was staring — you could hear her crying from across the cabin,” one passenger recalled.

After repeated attempts to calm her down failed, the flight crew requested the captain’s intervention. The woman was eventually removed from the aircraft, and the flight departed nearly two hours behind schedule, landing in Hong Kong around 8:10 p.m.

HK Express confirmed that under its passenger policy, the airline has the right to deny transport or remove anyone who disrupts the crew, disobeys safety instructions, or threatens passenger comfort and security — even before takeoff.

The viral incident echoes similar disruptions seen across the aviation industry in recent months. In a separate case, a Jet2 flight from Manchester to Ibiza was delayed after a passenger refused to fasten their seatbelt, prompting outrage among travelers.

While no injuries were reported on the Da Nang–Hong Kong route, the episode underscores growing concerns about in-flight passenger behavior — an issue increasingly affecting airlines around the world.

Amazon Eyes Vietnam as a High-Quality Export Hub in Southeast Asia

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Amazon has reaffirmed its ambition to turn Vietnam into a high-quality export center for Southeast Asia, as sales of Vietnamese products on the platform surged nearly 35% in the first seven months of 2025.

At the 2025 Annual Amazon Global Selling Conference themed “Tech Breakthroughs – Global Export Acceleration”, held in Hanoi on November 6, the company announced plans to boost Vietnam’s role in cross-border e-commerce.

Vietnam Positioned for Global E-commerce Growth

Larry Hu, Director of Amazon Global Selling for Southeast Asia, said Vietnam is in a “perfect position” to scale up digital exports thanks to its strong manufacturing base and growing tech-driven business community.

“Our goal is to accelerate Vietnam’s transformation into a regional hub for high-quality e-commerce exports by 2026,” he said.

The company will support this through logistics improvements, talent training, and knowledge exchange programs in partnership with government agencies and industry associations.

Empowering Vietnamese Brands on the Global Stage

Amazon’s strategy includes helping Vietnamese manufacturers and brands enhance product innovation, brand identity, and export quality — all under the “Made in Vietnam” banner known for creativity and competitiveness.

The e-commerce giant also plans to integrate advanced AI tools into export operations, introducing artificial intelligence–driven methods to optimize production, marketing, and customer engagement. The move aims to position Vietnam as one of the region’s leaders in smart trade and digital manufacturing.

Strong Sales Momentum for Vietnamese Sellers

Jim Yang, Amazon’s Asia-Pacific Market Development Director, noted that Vietnam’s entrepreneurial spirit and competitive manufacturing capability are driving strong results on Amazon’s global platforms.

He highlighted that in 2025, the number of Vietnamese products sold through Amazon increased by almost 35% year-on-year, while shipments handled by Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) rose nearly 40%.

These figures underscore Vietnam’s growing importance in B2C cross-border e-commerce and its potential as a global supply and export powerhouse.

The top-performing categories for Vietnamese sellers in 2025 include Home & Kitchen, Health & Personal Care, Fashion, and Beauty — reflecting the nation’s manufacturing strengths and product diversity.

Vietnam’s Richest Man Pham Nhat Vuong and His Sons Launch VinSpace — a New Aerospace Venture to Build Spacecraft

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HANOI, Nov 4 (Vietnam Insider) — Billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong, founder and chairman of Vingroup, has officially entered Vietnam’s nascent aerospace industry with the establishment of VinSpace JSC, a new company focused on spacecraft manufacturing, aviation technology, and satellite communications.

The move marks another bold step in Vuong’s relentless diversification strategy — one that now extends from electric vehicles to outer space.

A New Frontier for Vietnam’s Most Influential Business Family

VinSpace was registered on November 3 with a charter capital of VND 300 billion (USD 12.2 million). The ownership structure underscores a family-led vision for Vietnam’s high-tech future, Pham Nhat Vuong holds the controlling stake with VND 213 billion (71%), Vingroup JSC contributes VND 57 billion (19%), and Vuong’s sons, Pham Nhat Quan Anh and Pham Nhat Minh Hoang, each invest VND 15 billion (5%).

According to official filings, VinSpace’s business lines include scientific and technological research, aerospace and aircraft manufacturing, satellite-based telecommunications, and air cargo transport.

The company’s mission statement hints at ambitions that go beyond Vietnam’s borders — exploring applications in aerospace innovation, satellite connectivity, and next-generation communications infrastructure that could complement Vingroup’s existing ecosystem of smart technology ventures.

From Electric Vehicles to Orbit

For Vuong, this foray into space technology is a natural evolution of his high-tech trajectory. Over the past decade, the billionaire has expanded Vingroup’s portfolio from real estate and retail into electric mobility (VinFast), AI and robotics (VinAI, VinBigData, VinRobotics), and green energy (VinEnergo).

His two sons, both active within the Vingroup network, already hold stakes in related companies such as VinRobotics, VinSpeed, and VinEnergo — suggesting VinSpace will likely integrate with these advanced engineering units.

Industry observers say VinSpace could become Vietnam’s first serious attempt to build a domestically owned aerospace and satellite technology capability, potentially enabling local development of communication satellites, drones, and orbital research platforms in the long term.

“This marks a new era for Vietnam’s private sector,” said one Hanoi-based technology analyst. “Vuong is signaling that Vingroup’s innovation roadmap doesn’t stop at electric cars — it now points to the sky.”

A History of Ambition Beyond Earth

This is not Vuong’s first brush with aviation. In 2019, Vingroup launched VinPearl Air, an ambitious airline project that was later shelved in 2020 amid pandemic disruptions and a strategic refocus on electric vehicles.

Now, five years later, the group’s return to aerospace — through a research and manufacturing lens rather than passenger transport — underscores Vuong’s long-term commitment to frontier technologies.

The creation of VinSpace follows a series of new ventures by the Vuong family in recent weeks, including VinMetal(steel production), Vin New Horizon (senior living and wellness), and V-Film (entertainment and media).

Toward Vietnam’s Space Economy

While details on VinSpace’s immediate operations remain limited, the company’s registration to produce aircraft, spacecraft, and satellite systems aligns with Vietnam’s national ambitions to develop a domestic space industry by the 2030s — supporting weather monitoring, communications, and defense.

If successful, VinSpace could position Vingroup — and Vietnam — among Asia’s emerging players in the commercial space race, joining a growing list of private-sector initiatives from India, Japan, and South Korea that are pushing regional space capabilities forward.

For now, Vuong’s message is clear: Vietnam’s next horizon isn’t just electric — it’s orbital.

Foreign Investors Dump $870 Million in Vietnamese Stocks in a Single Month, Despite Market Resilience

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HO CHI MINH CITY, Nov 5 (Vietnam Insider) — Foreign investors turned heavy net sellers on Vietnam’s stock market in October, offloading nearly VND 22.2 trillion (USD 870 million) worth of shares — their sharpest monthly outflow of 2025 — even as the market’s total capitalization continued to rise modestly.

According to the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the benchmark VN-Index closed October at 1,639.65 points, slipping slightly from the previous month amid volatile trading and sustained foreign sell pressure.

Trading Volume Eases, Tech and Consumer Stocks Lead Gains

Market activity moderated, with average daily trading volume dropping to 1 billion shares per session, valued at around VND 33.5 trillion (USD 1.3 billion) — down 8.5% in volume and 1.4% in value compared to September.

Despite the weaker turnover, six out of HoSE’s industry indices posted gains. The strongest performers were Information Technology (+10.9%), Consumer Discretionary (+7.2%), and Industrials (+3.5%), reflecting investors’ rotation into growth-oriented and export-driven sectors.

Massive Foreign Outflows Signal Risk-Off Sentiment

Total foreign trading value in October reached VND 189.2 trillion (USD 7.4 billion), accounting for 12.3% of total market activity. However, the net result was overwhelmingly negative, with foreign investors selling more than they bought by VND 22.2 trillion, underscoring persistent risk aversion toward emerging markets amid global rate uncertainty and shifting capital flows.

Analysts noted that the continued sell-off follows a broader regional trend, with overseas funds rotating toward safer assets after months of volatility in Asian equities. The heavy divestment also coincides with profit-taking after a strong third-quarter rally in Vietnam’s blue-chip stocks.

Market Structure and Capitalization Remain Strong

As of October 31, HoSE listed 669 securities, including 394 stocks, 4 closed-end funds, 18 ETFs, and 253 covered warrants, representing nearly 195.24 billion units of listed securities.

The total market capitalization of HoSE reached VND 7.25 quadrillion (USD 285 billion) — up 0.7% month-on-month — equivalent to 63% of Vietnam’s 2024 GDP and accounting for 94% of the nation’s total listed equity value.

HoSE currently hosts 50 companies valued above USD 1 billion, including three corporate giants with market caps exceeding USD 10 billion Vingroup (VIC) — Vietnam’s largest private conglomerate, Vietcombank (VCB) — the nation’s biggest lender by market value, and Vinhomes (VHM) — the country’s top property developer.

Outlook: Cautious Optimism Despite Foreign Retreat

Market strategists expect the VN-Index to remain range-bound in November as domestic funds continue to absorb foreign outflows. Local investors, buoyed by stable macroeconomic indicators and easing inflation, may provide near-term support — though sentiment could remain fragile ahead of anticipated Federal Reserve rate decisions and foreign exchange pressures.

“Foreign selling has been heavy but not panic-driven,” one Ho Chi Minh City–based analyst said. “Vietnam’s fundamentals remain attractive, and once global liquidity improves, we may see capital flowing back.”

For now, the contrast is clear: while foreign money exits, domestic resilience continues to underpin one of Asia’s most dynamic emerging markets.

Mitsubishi Power nhận hợp đồng nâng cấp hệ thống lò hơi cho Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Ô Môn 1

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Mitsubishi Power, thương hiệu giải pháp năng lượng của Tập đoàn Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), vừa được trao hợp đồng hỗ trợ dự án chuyển đổi nhiên liệu từ dầu sang khí tự nhiên tại Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Ô Môn 1 (TP. Cần Thơ, Việt Nam).

Mitsubishi Power sẽ cung cấp các thiết bị chính bao gồm các vòi đốt khí cho lò hơi là phần cốt lõi của hệ thống, tận dụng thế mạnh công nghệ là nhà sản xuất thiết bị gốc (OEM) của hệ thống lò hơi hiện tại, trong dự án chuyển đổi nhiên liệu, và góp phần cắt giảm phát thải CO₂. Ngoài ra, Mitsubishi Power cũng sẽ lắp đặt hệ thống khử xúc tác (SCR) giúp loại bỏ các NOx (nitơ oxit) trong khí thải, qua đó giúp nhà máy đáp ứng các quy định về môi trường một cách nghiêm ngặt hơn trong tương lai.

Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Ô Môn 1 gồm hai tổ máy, mỗi tổ có công suất 330 MW, lần lượt đi vào vận hành vào các năm 2009 và 2015, với tổng công suất đạt 660 MW. Toàn bộ hệ thống thiết bị chính của nhà máy do Mitsubishi Power cung cấp.

Dự án chuyển đổi nhiên liệu này do Tổng công ty Phát điện 2 (EVNGENCO2), đơn vị thành viên của Tập đoàn Điện lực Việt Nam (EVN) làm chủ đầu tư. Tham gia trong dự án, nhà thầu thiết kế, mua sắm và xây dựng (EPC) là liên danh giữa Tổng công ty Lắp máy Việt Nam (LILAMA) – doanh nghiệp thuộc Bộ Xây dựng Việt Nam và Tổng công ty Phát điện 3 (EVNGENCO3), đồng trực thuộc EVN. Mitsubishi Power được liên danh này lựa chọn cung cấp các thiết bị chính cho dự án. Công ty Mitsubishi Power Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd., thành viên của Tập đoàn Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) có trụ sở tại Singapore, sẽ đảm nhiệm hạng mục thiết kế kỹ thuật hỗ trợ EPC và cử chuyên gia sang Việt Nam để hỗ trợ kỹ thuật trong quá trình dự án triển khai.

Ảnh chụp tập thể tại buổi lễ ký kết

Phát biểu về việc được trao hợp đồng, ông Makoto Fujita, Giám đốc Cấp cao, Khối Kinh doanh Nhiệt điện Hơi nước- Hệ thống Năng lượng của Tập đoàn MHI, chia sẻ: “Kể từ khi Tổ máy 1 đi vào vận hành năm 2009, Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Ô Môn 1 đã đóng vai trò quan trọng trong việc đảm bảo nguồn điện cho khu vực Đồng bằng sông Cửu Long. Là đơn vị sản xuất thiết bị gốc (OEM) của nhà máy, chúng tôi rất tự hào khi tiếp tục được đồng hành cùng dự án chuyển đổi nhiên liệu này. Dự án không chỉ góp phần duy trì nguồn cung năng lượng ổn định, mà còn hỗ trợ mục tiêu giảm phát thải carbon của Việt Nam. Mitsubishi Power cam kết nỗ lực hết mình để hoàn thành dự án và tiếp tục hỗ trợ nhà máy vận hành an toàn, bền vững trong nhiều năm tới”.

Trước đó, vào tháng 8 năm nay, Mitsubishi Power đã ký hợp đồng cung cấp hai tua-bin khí thế hệ mới J-Series Air-Cooled (JAC) – thiết bị chủ lực của Nhà máy Điện Ô Môn 4, dự án tuabin khí chu trình hỗn hợp (GTCC) có công suất thiết kế 1.155 MW, nằm ngay cạnh Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Ô Môn 1. Dự án dự kiến hoàn thành vào năm 2028 và được xem là một trong những bước tiến quan trọng trong quá trình chuyển đổi năng lượng tại khu vực Đồng bằng sông Cửu Long. Cùng với việc cung cấp công nghệ GTCC tiên tiến cho Ô Môn 4, Mitsubishi Power cũng song hành cùng Việt Nam trong dự án chuyển đổi nhiên liệu cho Ô Môn 1, góp phần thực thi Quy hoạch Điện VIII – kế hoạch phát triển năng lượng quốc gia hướng tới đa dạng hóa nguồn cung, giảm phụ thuộc vào than đá và thúc đẩy sử dụng khí tự nhiên cùng năng lượng tái tạo. Những nỗ lực song hành này thể hiện cam kết lâu dài của Mitsubishi Power trong việc hỗ trợ Việt Nam đạt mục tiêu phát thải ròng bằng 0 vào năm 2050, thông qua các giải pháp năng lượng hiệu quả, sạch và bền vững.

Theo ông Akihiro Ondo, Tổng Giám đốc kiêm Giám đốc Điều hành của Mitsubishi Power Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd., chia sẻ: “Việt Nam hiện là quốc gia có tốc độ tăng trưởng GDP thực cao nhất trong nhóm năm nền kinh tế hàng đầu Đông Nam Á. Chúng tôi cam kết đồng hành cùng quá trình phát triển kinh tế của Việt Nam bằng cách mang đến các công nghệ tiên tiến và dịch vụ tận tâm, góp phần thúc đẩy tăng trưởng xanh và bền vững”.

Mitsubishi Power sẽ tiếp tục thúc đẩy việc ứng dụng rộng rãi các công nghệ có hiệu suất cao và độ tin cậy lớn, góp phần bảo đảm nguồn cung điện ổn định. Theo đó, đây cũng chính là nền tảng cho sự phát triển kinh tế toàn cầu. Bên cạnh đó, công ty nhấn mạnh cam kết hỗ trợ bảo vệ môi trường bằng cách đẩy mạnh quá trình khử carbon trong lĩnh vực năng lượng.

Vietnamese Entrepreneur Thai Huong Honored with Russia’s Order of Friendship from Vladimir Putin

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MOSCOW, Nov 4 (Vietnam Insider) — Madam Thai Huong, Chairwoman of the Strategic Council of TH Group and CEO of Bac A Bank, has been awarded the Order of Friendship by Russian President Vladimir Putin, recognizing her exceptional contributions to strengthening Vietnam–Russia cooperation in food security and sustainable agriculture.

The ceremony took place at the Kremlin Palace on November 4, where Huong was celebrated for her leadership in pioneering high-tech agricultural investments that have deepened bilateral ties between the two nations.

“I will continue to build upon what we have achieved, fostering friendship and prosperity between the peoples of Vietnam and Russia,” Huong said during the event. “Our scientists, farmers, and citizens will remain partners on fertile fields, generation after generation, for a better and happier life.”

From Fresh Milk to Global Recognition

Thai Huong founded TH Group in 2009, laying the foundation for Vietnam’s fresh milk revolution and positioning the company as a leader in green and circular economy practices. In 2015, she made a bold move abroad, launching a USD 2.7 billion investment program in Russia to develop a nationwide high-tech agricultural ecosystem stretching across Moscow, Kaluga, Bashkortostan, and the Primorsky Krai in the Far East.

The initiative established a vertically integrated network for dairy farming, grain cultivation, and food processing, supplying fresh, high-quality products to Russian consumers and creating new benchmarks for international agribusiness cooperation.

“We wanted to share Vietnam’s agricultural know-how and help address Russia’s dairy shortage,” Huong said. “It’s not only a business project but a bridge of technology, science, and shared values.”

Building One of Russia’s Largest Dairy Operations

TH Group’s Russian operations have grown into one of the country’s most advanced dairy projects. The company manages modern farms in Moscow and Kaluga with nearly 10,000 high-yield Holstein cows, imported from the U.S. and hand-selected by TH experts.

Each cow produces an average of over 40 liters of milk per day, among the highest yields in Russia. The fresh milk, known for its rich 4.0% fat and 3.2% protein content, is purchased by major multinational brands including Danoneand PepsiCo.

In May 2024, TH inaugurated its Kaluga Milk Processing Plant, located in a special industrial zone. The facility — one of the largest in the Russian Federation — has a processing capacity of 1,000 tons per day (with 500 tons in its initial phase) and produces a wide range of dairy products: pasteurized and UHT milk, Smetana, Yogurt, Kefir, Ryazhenka, butter, cheese, and ice cream.

Revitalizing Agriculture and Local Communities

The group is also developing grain and oilseed cultivation projects in Bashkortostan to bolster local food supply and reduce import dependence. These efforts have revived tens of thousands of hectares of abandoned farmland, generated over 500 local jobs, and contributed to the revitalization of Russia’s rural economy.

TH’s model of “sustainable agricultural diplomacy” has become a flagship example of successful Vietnam–Russia cooperation. The company aims to expand exports from Russia to other BRICS and Asia-Pacific markets while introducing organic and international-standard products developed on Russian soil.

Backed by the support of both governments, Thai Huong’s long-term vision — combining modern technology with responsible farming — is being hailed as a symbol of Vietnam’s growing global influence in sustainable agribusiness.

As the world grapples with food security and climate challenges, her recognition by Putin marks not only a personal honor but also a milestone in Vietnam’s expanding economic footprint abroad.

Vingroup Leads Market Gains as VN-Index Closes Higher Despite ‘Green Shell, Red Core’ Session

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HANOI, Nov 5 (Vietnam Insider) — Vietnam’s stock market ended Wednesday’s session slightly higher, but beneath the surface, most stocks remained in the red — a pattern local traders call “green shell, red core”. The VN-Index edged up to 1,655 points, driven primarily by a strong rally in Vingroup (VIC) shares.

Vingroup’s stock surged 2.74% to VND 206,500 (USD 8.15) per share, contributing more than 4 points to the benchmark index and making it the most positive influence on the market. Trading value in VIC reached nearly VND 439 billion (USD 17 million). Its hospitality arm Vinpearl (VPL) also gained 0.13%, extending the group’s upward momentum.

However, the rally wasn’t uniform across the Vingroup ecosystem. Shares of Vincom Retail (VRE) and Vinhomes (VHM) fell 2.99% and 0.6%, respectively, dragging on the broader index.

The divergence came as Forbes updated its billionaire rankings, showing Pham Nhat Vuong, chairman of Vingroup, seeing his net worth rise by USD 0.8 billion to USD 19.3 billion, placing him 125th globally — reflecting renewed investor optimism in his flagship conglomerate.

Despite the VN-Index’s green close, market breadth remained negative. On the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), 190 stocks declined while only 121 advanced. The HNX Index saw a similar trend, with 82 losers against 62 gainers, signaling continued caution among investors.

Several major blue chips — including Techcombank (TCB), Hoa Phat Group (HPG), FPT Corp (FPT), Asia Commercial Bank (ACB), and VPBank (VPB) — were among the top decliners weighing down the market.

Meanwhile, foreign investors turned net sellers again, offloading nearly VND 808 billion (USD 32 million) worth of equities. The heaviest selling pressure was seen in TCB, VRE, GEX, STB, VCB, VHM, SSI, and VIX.

Market analysts said the session highlighted a continued sectoral divergence, where select large-cap stocks — particularly in real estate and consumer sectors — helped prop up the index even as underlying sentiment remained fragile.

“This kind of market behavior reflects rotational capital flows,” one Ho Chi Minh City-based broker said. “Investors are selectively betting on stocks with strong fundamentals, but overall liquidity remains cautious.”

With VIC’s rebound providing short-term support, investors will be watching whether the broader market can sustain momentum beyond a few isolated gainers — or whether foreign selling and weak breadth will continue to cap the rally.

“Nguyen Tiu Mai’s Vinh Tan Album” Wins the “Green Practices Award”

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Recently, the entry “Nguyen Tiu Mai’s Vinh Tan Album,” submitted by China Southern Power Grid International (CSGI), stood out among nearly 2,000 entries from over 130 countries and regions worldwide and won the “Green Practices Award” at the Seventh Belt and Road Initiative Short Video Competition. Through its delicate cinematography and sincere emotional expression, the film tells a touching story of energy cooperation and green development between China and Vietnam, showcasing the active efforts of CSGI in promoting clean energy development and fostering cross-cultural integration.

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Based on the green environmental practices and social responsibility initiatives of the Vinh Tan 1 Power Company (VTPC1), “Nguyen Tiu Mai’s Vinh Tan Album” vividly narrates, from the perspective of “Nguyen Tiu Mai,” the child of an employee of the VTPC1, the multifaceted stories of how the VTPC1 has improved the local ecological environment, preserved marine biodiversity in the surrounding areas, provided employment opportunities for local Vietnamese communities, and promoted green and sustainable development. The film directly demonstrates the company’s commitment and actions in advancing the green development of the Belt and Road Initiative.

This film uses the sounds of marine animals such as Bryde’s whale to guide the audience’s imagination, depicts reality with innocent hand-drawings, softens hard topics, and thus achieves cross-age and cross-regional dissemination and penetration, ultimately forming a global expression that is both infectious and socially influential. In the picture, the magnificent power plant facilities are integrated with the Vietnamese marine scenery, and the green concept of Chinese technology and the respect and tolerance of local culture complement each other, conveying that CSGI’s service to the high quality Belt and Road development is moving from “hard connectivity” and “soft connectivity” to “heart connectivity”.

As a key energy cooperation project under the Belt and Road Initiative, the VTPC1 aims to build an “advanced, reliable, and green” demonstration power plant, establish a comprehensive environmental protection system, and achieve “zero” wastewater discharge. Corals grew continuously on the breakwater of the power plant’s coal terminal, creating a “whale leaping out of the sea” scene in the harbor. The project also won the “Vietnam National Green Environment Award 2023”. During the construction and operation of the project, international environmental protection standards are strictly implemented, energy-saving and emission-reduction technologies are promoted, and local energy structure optimization and low-carbon transformation are facilitated.
This award is not only a recognition of CSGI’s practical achievements in the field of green energy, but also a full affirmation of the company’s cross-cultural communication and social responsibility fulfillment, becoming a “heartwarming business card” for China-Vietnam energy cooperation and cultural integration.

Hanoi BBQ Spot Becomes Viral Sensation Thanks to “Ugly-Cute” Dog That Stole the Internet

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Meet Tam — the bull terrier with a donkey face, a heart of gold, and a fanbase so big her owner fears being overwhelmed by crowds.

HANOI (Vietnam Insider) — A small barbecue restaurant tucked away in Thinh Quang Alley in Hanoi has suddenly become one of the city’s hottest spots — not for its grilled pork or spicy dipping sauce, but for its resident dog named Tam, whose “ugly-cute” face has made her an unlikely internet star.

The four-year-old bull terrier, known for her long snout, sharp ears, and expressive face, went viral after netizens noticed her resemblance to “Cậu Vàng,” a dog character from the trending Vietnamese indie game Brother Hai’s Pho Restaurant. When owner Xuan Minh jokingly commented online that his pet looked like the digital dog, he never expected the photo to explode across social media.

“People started sharing Tam’s picture everywhere,” Minh told reporter. “Now, customers come to the restaurant just to meet her. Some even bring snacks for Tam!”

Weighing 22 kilograms and raised by Minh’s family since she was a puppy, Tam has a playful personality that wins over visitors instantly. “At first, everyone said she looked like a donkey or a goat,” Minh laughed. “But once they meet her, they realize she’s incredibly friendly and smart. She even walks up to diners’ tables to beg politely for grilled meat.”

The restaurant, which has been operating for more than three years, serves grilled pork, toasted baguettes, snacks, and hotpot from 6 p.m. to midnight daily. But since Tam’s viral fame, business has skyrocketed. “We used to serve just locals,” Minh said. “Now, we’re full almost every night. If it keeps going like this, we might have to hire more staff — I’m worried we won’t be able to serve everyone!”

The “Tam effect” has turned the modest family-run eatery into a must-visit attraction, with customers snapping selfies, sharing videos on TikTok, and tagging the location as “the BBQ place with the cute weird dog.”

Minh, while grateful, hopes visitors will remain considerate. “We’re happy people love Tam,” he said. “But please come with kindness — we’re still just a small local restaurant.”

The story follows a growing trend in Vietnam, where local eateries gain fame thanks to their four-legged mascots. Last year, a grilled pork skewer shop in Ho Chi Minh City saw a similar boom after videos of its two corgis greeting customers went viral.

As for Tam, she seems unfazed by her new celebrity status. Between greeting guests and snagging free bites of barbecue, Hanoi’s newest canine icon is happily living her best — and busiest — life.

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