International Insights, Global Perspective

Vietnam's 2026 economic performance is outstanding: Q2 GDP grew 8.39% YoY, leading Asia; June FDI hit US$13.03 billion; industrial production surged 12.7%; wages rose steadily. This rapid economic transformation is reshaping Vietnam's international education landscape, creating new study abroad and education migration opportunities.

The Philippines presents a rare two-speed economy in mid-2026: housing prices surged 14.3% month-on-month to PHP 14,528/sqm, FDI inflows continue, and GDP grows at 2.8% — yet consumer confidence plunged to -42, and inflation remains elevated at 6.8%. This article decodes the paradox for overseas Chinese investors.