Trường (David) Lăng, as Founder and CEO of Viettonkin, dedicates his extensive expertise to fostering robust trade and investment bridges between Southeast Asia and global partners. With over 17 years of experience, he has successfully guided over 3,000 FDI projects and advised Fortune Global 500 corporations on complex market entry and expansion strategies. His impactful work includes providing technical assistance to governments, developing innovative initiatives like Viettonkin's 'FDI Desks,' and maintaining strategic relationships with central authorities and NGOs. David's thought leadership in economic development and policy advocacy empowers businesses worldwide to confidently navigate and thrive in emerging markets.
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Taiwan’s annual FDI headline understates the relationship by an order of magnitude. In 2025, Taiwan registered US$965.8 million in newly licensed project…
Two structural forces are shaping Vietnam’s economy in 2026: a government-led infrastructure programme spanning transport, energy, and digital connectivity, and a technology…
Vietnam’s economy delivered one of Asia’s strongest performances in 2025. GDP grew 8.02%, peaking at 8.46% in Q4, pushing total GDP to…
Vietnam is no longer simply open for business, it is open for the right business. The country has introduced its most significant…
On March 31, 2026, Vietnam issued Decree 96/2026/ND-CP. It consolidates three previous implementing regulations into a single instrument. It establishes a revised…
Vietnam’s Q1 2026 GDP grew 7.83% year-on-year. That figure marks the country’s strongest first-quarter GDP growth in 16 years. It also positions…
On April 7, 2026, FTSE Russell, the index arm of LSEG, confirmed Vietnam’s reclassification from frontier market to secondary emerging market status,…
As Thailand continues to solidify its position as a primary hub for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Southeast Asia, particularly within the…
As Southeast Asia continues to solidify its position as a global manufacturing powerhouse, Thailand remains a top-tier destination for international firms. At…
In the evolving landscape of global finance, the definition of a “successful” infrastructure project has undergone a fundamental transformation. Historically, infrastructure was…
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