Jul 23, 2024

Today, I came across news about the future of Vietnam’s foreign policy following the passing of communist party chief Nguyen Phu Trong. The impact of Trong’s passing on Vietnam’s foreign policy outlook was discussed, including its bamboo diplomacy approach and intensified ties with major powers. The challenges and complications facing Vietnam’s foreign policy, such as managing ties with Russia and addressing Beijing-backed initiatives in Cambodia, were also highlighted.

In addition to this, I learned about the TDM Travel Excellence Awards in Asia, which aims to recognize achievement in the travel industry in the Asia Pacific region. The awards program is open to companies throughout the Asia Pacific region, excluding Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and the Middle East. Winners will be invited to attend the Awards Dinner in Singapore in November 2024, with nominations open until September 27, 2024.

Furthermore, the news mentioned a defensive fund manager’s belief in the potential of a portfolio of ‘ugly ducklings’, and the potential impact of Kamala Harris on the business and tech world if she were to become the Democratic presidential candidate. There was also news about a bid to acquire Vista Outdoor’s ammunition business, as well as various venture capital and private equity deals. Lastly, the email covered six IPOs scheduled to list this week, as well as fundraising, personnel changes, and the accuracy of prediction markets in political events.

Stay Well!