Redesigning a Plastic-Free Future for Vietnam Article A female waste picker’s simple dream is, in its own way, part of a much bigger plan toward a plastic-free future for Vietnam. By Nguyen Thuy Mien
Behind the Wrath of Typhoon Yagi Article Despite warnings that Typhoon Yagi would be a superstorm, its aftermath left devastation beyond what Vietnam could have imagined, offering a costly lesson in responding to natural disasters. By Le Dinh Tuyen and Kieu Mai
JETP Vietnam Energy Transition with Political Costs E-Paper The purpose of Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETPs) is to decarbonize energy systems in emerging countries. In Vietnam, the partnership is ambitious but underfunded, unjust, and riddled with high political costs. pdf
Vietnam: The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) has high political costs Analysis The purpose of Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETPs) is to decarbonize energy systems in emerging countries. In Vietnam, the partnership is ambitious but underfunded, unjust, and riddled with high political costs. By Dr. Jörg Wischermann
Sharing Space in the Digital Era: Coworking and Coliving in the New Vietnam Article The rise of "co-workation" and "workcation" is redefining the way people work and live, driven by the proliferation of coworking spaces and coliving facilities. Vietnam, with its booming economy, tech-savvy population, and flexible work demands, is a prime location for this trend to flourish, serving both local and international demand. By Nguyen Ha Phuong
Schools for the Gifted: The Vietnamese Socialist Education System Turns into a Coveted Commodity in the Market Economy Article This article explores the evolution of gifted education in Vietnam, particularly in the context of shifting political and economic landscapes. It delves into the historical success of Vietnamese students in international competitions and the development of schools for the gifted. The article highlights the changing motivations for pursuing education in the West and how this shift is impacting the country's educational landscape. By Vu Hoang Long
Weaving Nation and Nature: The Rise of Indigenous Textiles in Vietnam’s Eco-fashion Article In Vietnam, a dynamic fashion evolution is underway, where indigenous textiles, traditional craftsmanship, and eco-friendly practices are reshaping the creative landscape. This eco-fashion movement, driven by both cultural pride and environmental consciousness, bridges the past and present. Indigenous artisans are key collaborators, transferring knowledge to designers. By Chi Yen Ha
Nurturing Artistic Frontiers: The Role of Independent Art Spaces in Shaping Vietnam's Creative Landscape Essay From an informal beginnings to be an artistic catalyst in Vietnam's thriving art scene, Á Space, an independent art space in Hanoi, a pioneer in nurturing unconventional artists and fostering an inclusive art community. How this art space thrives on limited resources, empowers overlooked talents, and transforms the art landscape. Á Space's unique role in promoting art beyond conventional boundaries is a testament to its enduring impact. By Van Do
Vagina Talks and Claiming Sexuality in Vietnam Interview Phuong Phan interviewing Nhung Dinh on her book: "Vagina Talks: Queer and Sexuality Lexicon" By Phuong Phan and Nhung Dinh
Vietnam in Motion Vietnam in Motion is a web-dossier that explores entangled stories of the people in contemporary Vietnam. Publishing scholarly articles, interviews, essays from artists, writers, and thinkers, it will look to range across disciplines and reflects on the transformation happening in the Socialist Republic Vietnam, a country of nearly 96 million people that still remains partly unobserved. By sharing the thoughts of experts in their fields of science, activism, the arts and beyond, it covers a wide range of important events that have crucial impact on the lives of the people. Vietnam in Motion thinks with and thinks about Vietnam, providing a space to reflect on politics, economy, future, nature, culture and the arts in the 21st century.
