After Doi Moi in 1986, Who Built Vietnam From Nothing? | Sam Korsmoe & Sam Van | EP 386

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What does innovation really look like in Vietnam - and who is driving it forward?

In Vietnam, innovation is not confined to tech hubs or startups, but embedded in everyday life - shaped by resilience, risk-taking, and a strong sense of purpose. Since Đổi Mới, the country’s growth has been defined by a continuous process of adaptation and reinvention. As Vietnam moves toward its 2045 high-income ambition, questions around generational mindset shifts, the expanding role of the private sector, and the need to build globally competitive “homegrown champions” are becoming increasingly important.

Joining the conversation, Mr. Sam Korsmoe and Mr. Sam Van - co-authors of "40 Years of Innovators" - share valuable insights from their work documenting 25 individuals who have contributed to Vietnam’s transformation over the past four decades.

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