Ever wondered how a nation transforms from a war-torn past to a thriving economic powerhouse? Prepare to be enlightened as we journey through Vietnam's economic renaissance, examining how it has maneuvered through technological advancements and strategic alliances to secure its spot as a key player in global trade. This Asian tiger, now a manufacturing hub, churns out everything from shoes to high-tech products, leveraging the power of the internet, cell phones, the cloud, and data. But that's not all. We're also illuminating the electric vehicle pathway, specifically charting the bold strides of Vietnamese EV company, VINFest. This ambitious start-up is not only navigating the tempestuous waters of the EV industry but also presenting a unique business model that could disrupt the market. Then we're taking a flight to Africa, where we'll scout out Nigeria's burgeoning economy and tech landscape, exploring how this resource-rich nation could be the harbinger of what's to come for emerging economies. So buckle up, as we tackle the pulsating interplay of trade, geopolitics, and technology that's reshaping the global economic map. Introduction If you’re listening to this podcast on a smart phone, there is a good chance that you are looking at a device that was made in Vietnam! Mobile phones are Vietnam’s number one export, generating export revenues of more than $45 billion in 2017. While global trade has stagnated, Vietnam’s trade has soared to 190 percent of GDP in 2017 from 70 percent in 2007! So how did Vietnam emerge as a juggernaut in manufacturing? On this episode of Things Have Changed Podcast, we spotlight Vietnam and how the country has anchored itself as a critical global trade partner in Asia and painting a fresh narrative of prosperity in this era of Slowbalization. Dive with us into the heart of Vietnam's economic renaissance! Links: Joe Biden’s Visit to Hanoi is a signal to ChinaWhy are Vietnam’s schools so good?Vietnam is emerging as a winner from the era of deglobalisationVietnams Richest Man wants to sell EV’s to America Support the show