Publications

Research - Assessment of Top 500 Vietnamese Private Enterprises

VPE500 - Report 2025

This report, conducted by the National Institute for Economics and Finance (NIEF), Ministry of Finance with support from the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Vietnam, examines Vietnam’s 500 largest private enterprises during 2022–2023 as the economy rebounds from COVID-19 and enters a high-growth phase. Rankings are based on employment, assets, and revenue, aiming to assess performance and economic impact rather than mere listing.

Research - How FDI inflows contribute to industrialisation in Vietnam

This report, conducted by the National Institute for Economics and Finance (NIEF), Ministry of Finance with support from the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Vietnam, presents findings from a 2025 research project. It aims to clarify the role of FDI in Vietnam’s industrialization, focusing on the period from 2011 to the present. The analysis highlights FDI’s contributions across key dimensions: industrial development, economic growth, trade, science and technology, labor, and social transformation. The report offers evidence-based insights into how FDI has shaped Vietnam’s journey toward becoming a modern industrialized nation.

A second chance for nuclear energy in Vietnam

The increasing energy demand in Vietnam is leading to a (re)entry into nuclear energy

Vietnam, one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia, faces the urgent challenge of sustainably and reliably meeting its steadily increasing energy demand. Power shortages and blackouts in recent years have alarmed foreign investors. In light of global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the need to diversify the national energy mix, nuclear energy is increasingly coming into focus.

Wind power as a key to Vietnam's sustainable future?

Climate change, energy security, and economic growth

Globally, there are regional differences in the need to adapt to and combat the immediate impacts of human-induced climate change. Vietnam is particularly affected due to its long coastline. A key component of strategies to combat climate change is the transition to sustainable power generation, as this has so far caused a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions. Renewable energies, especially wind energy, are crucial to reducing the negative climate impacts of power generation. "Green" electricity is increasingly demanded by international investors. But what is the status of wind energy expansion in Vietnam? What are the driving factors and where is there resistance?

Research: Global E-Commerce Trends and their Implications for Eu-Vietnam Trade

This study, conducted by the Vietnam Institute for Development Strategies (VIDS) with support from Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Vietnam, highlights the essential role of e-commerce in strengthening the EU-Vietnam trade relationship. By pinpointing key trends and suggesting actionable strategies, the report offers a roadmap to fully leverage the EVFTA. The insights and recommendations are crucial for policymakers, businesses, and stakeholders to navigate the evolving digital economy, ensuring Vietnam's competitiveness and success in the global market.

Research - Impact of IUU Yellow Card on Vietnam's Seafood Export to the EU Market

Joint project between Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Vietnam and the Vietnam Institute for Economic and Policy Research

The report provides an in-depth analysis of the current situation and the steps being taken to address the IUU yellow card, emphasizing the importance of continued efforts and international collaboration.

Job Announcement

Part-time Position: Project Admin plus Accountant

The German Political Foundation “Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung” (KAS), seeks to contract a PROJECT ADMIN PLUS ACCOUNTANT part time position for three years project “Preserving the Global Commons: Promoting Maritime Diplomacy in Southeast Asia” in Ha Noi, Viet Nam. Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) together with the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV) is implementing this project. This project aims to support maritime diplomacy and foster a rules-based maritime order in Southeast Asia by enhancing regional cooperation, capacity-building, and joint research on maritime issues.

How much sun can be fed into the grid?

Challenges and opportunities of solar roof promotion in the context of Vietnam's energy transformation

Vietnam is one of the five countries most affected by climate change worldwide. At the same time, the energy demands of the high-consuming middle class are growing day by day. Vietnam wants to be climate-neutral by 2050. For that its industry needs to become greener, for which large-scale solar parks have been built to satisfy the new hunger for energy. But the solar boom appears to have exhausted itself. Now the focus is on non-commercial solutions: small systems on the roofs of households and offices. What opportunities does solar roof funding offer, and can we expect new impulses from it?

ASEAN FUTURE FORUM 2024

The ASEAN FURTURE FORUM - Toward fast and sustainable growth of a people-centered ASEAN Community has been successfully hosted by Vietnam. The forum discussed deliberations on the future of ASEAN in both practical and visionary ways in the context of fast, complex developments in the strategic landscapes of the region and the world. The Forum has received more than 500 participants both online and offline with esteemed government officials, policymakers, experts, practitioners, and pertinent stakeholders from ASEAN Member States. The Forum also welcomed ASEAN's external partners and allies, underscoring its inclusive and comprehensive approach.

Job Announcement

Position: Driver/ Technical assistant

The Hanoi Office of the Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation is currently looking for a Driver/ Technical Assistant. We, a German Political Foundation, have been present in Vietnam for 30 years and are partner to over 10 prestigious Vietnamese organizations, institutes, universities, government and legislative bodies and other political stakeholders. We are engaged in judicial reform, economic development, foreign and security affairs.