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Neoliberalism in a Socialist State: Political Economy of Higher Education in Vietnam

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Escaping Wonderland ChatGPT created this image based on the abstract. Out of the mouths of babes - umm - chatbots. If you're interested in Vietnamese higher education, this abstract should whet your appetite for more. Over the last three decades, Vietnam has experienced significant economic growth, with millions lifted out of extreme poverty through economic … Continue reading Neoliberalism in a Socialist State: Political Economy of Higher Education in Vietnam

10 Most Renowned Entrepreneurs from Vietnam Driving Remarkable Business Transformation in 2025

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I was so excited to receive this email. What an honor! Aren't you proud of me, dear reader? The "nominal fee" for this "honor" is only $1,800! A small price to pay for these "exclusive benefits." On a serious note, do they think I was born yesterday? It makes me laugh and cry at the … Continue reading 10 Most Renowned Entrepreneurs from Vietnam Driving Remarkable Business Transformation in 2025

Work rights for foreign students in Vietnam ‘sends strong signal’

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Proposal could help international students assimilate better into society, but low pay and potential for abuse need to be addressed, say experts Published on October 12, 2025 (Times Higher Education) Reporter: Tash Mosheim Twitter: @tashmosheim tash.mosheim@timeshighereducation.com MAA: Here's the latest THE article in which I am quoted. Below are the answers to the reporter's questions, some of … Continue reading Work rights for foreign students in Vietnam ‘sends strong signal’

Vietnam’s plan to create world-class universities ‘a tall order’

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Government ambition to quickly develop up to five elite institutions could end up taking decades, warn experts Published on September 24, 2025 Reporter: Tash Mosheim Twitter: @tashmosheim Email: tash.mosheim@timeshighereducation.com MAA: Here's the latest THE article in which I am quoted. Note: THE doesn’t have a paywall, but you must create an account to get three free articles … Continue reading Vietnam’s plan to create world-class universities ‘a tall order’

White Jesus in Vietnam

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Photo by MAA. The billiards sign adds a special touch to this hastily snapped photo. I didn't have the heart to tell my Catholic driver in Hanoi that Jesus didn't look like me, except for the beard. Since Christians, most of whom are Catholic, are a minority in predominantly Buddhist Vietnam, I'm intrigued whenever I … Continue reading White Jesus in Vietnam

Chúc mừng ngày Quốc khánh 2/9! Happy 80th Independence Day, Vietnam! 🇻🇳

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Here are Vietnamese and English versions of a song I created about Vietnam. It's appropriate to share them on the nation's 80th anniversary of independence. I encourage you to read Ho Chi Minh's Declaration of Independence, delivered on 2 September 1945 in Ba Dinh Square, the focus of today's parade and celebration. Việt Nam tỏa … Continue reading Chúc mừng ngày Quốc khánh 2/9! Happy 80th Independence Day, Vietnam! 🇻🇳

People Ask Why Palestine Matters

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Sony Thăng, whose tagline is Born in Vietnam Grew Up in Europe Live in Asia, is someone worth following on X (Twitter) if you're still part of that community. Also, check out his quote below, which resonates even more deeply as Vietnam celebrates its 80th anniversary of independence on 2 September. It is about the … Continue reading People Ask Why Palestine Matters

Việt Nam tỏa sáng muôn ngàn ánh dương

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This is a Vietnamese language version of a song I created called Vietnam, You Shine Ever So Bright. Below are two versions of the new song and the lyrics. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/MnX_tO53REg?si=NJQPUAjkOC288Afz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpJGINtJh4Q (Verse 1) Từ Hà Giang qua miền sông Mekong Đất nước vững vàng, rạng ngời thiết tha Lịch sử vang vọng khắp những … Continue reading Việt Nam tỏa sáng muôn ngàn ánh dương