Why the Philippines Lost to Vietnam

Produced by: Behind Asia Team
Brought to you by the Behind Asian Team.

[Buiz-kvvk]

To be honest, us Vietnamese people did not care at all about competition of countries in Asia. We just want to get out of the shadow of wars and develop along with the world. We have been criticized for what we have nothing to do with for so long, but we want nothing other than peace and growth. Back when ASEAN was an anti-Vietnam organization and since Vietnam joined, nothing happen besides the economic treaties and cooperations. We wish for peace and development in Vietnam, Philippines, and every country in the world ❤

[joshumu]

Thật ra là 1 người việt nam tôi không để ý lắm chỉ mong cùng phát triển chúc philippine cùng phát triển 😅

[jonsnow]

Among the countries that Vietnam loves the most on this earth, it is definitely the Philippines. Every year this country suffers from dozens and hundreds of storms and super storms, large and small, so people's lives are severely affected. From Vietnam, we hope that the Philippines will be strong and developed so that its people can enjoy happiness and prosperity to contribute to alleviating the suffering from mother nature

[norcaloutdoor]

Because Vietnam is at war at that time. Now Vietnam is at peace, they will be the leader soon.

[pausegame]

Let Vietnam enjoy. We are not here to compete but support our sister countries.

[mrizaldi]

Vietnam : attract foreign countries to open factories

Philipines : attract foreign countris to open military bases

[sinhtran]

one of the problem is electricity, in Vietnam it's only 8 cent per Kwh, while in Philipines it is around 20 cent per Kwh. Without cheap electricity, u cant focus on developing mass producing industry even though the GDP per capita of 2 countries is the same

[Paul-McB]

So many comments making excuses and wishful thinking for Philippines. That's why you are stuck with weak excuses.

[peddyplaylist]

US did not want the Philippines to be it's 51 state.
It is just like you want to 'use' the girl but you do not want to marry her.

[duykien]

Stay strong Philippines! Best wishes from Vietnam <3

[prunecuda]

Don't be mislead, because in real life, Vietnam held the Philippines in high regard. We don't care about Vietnam economically better than the Philippines but want both to have economic growth so all people can truly escape proverty. Vietnamese always remember the generosity that the Philippines shown us after the war in 1975. The Philippines was the only country in the region that truly opened their hearts to helped the Vietnamese refugees. Tthank you Philippines and we still love you, for the people of the Philippines will always be in our hearts ❤❤❤

[talhahabdullah]

Its their mindset. The Philippines need to change their country's name first. Still honouring their colonizer King Philip of Spain. The Viet fought foreign powers for their people. The Philippines meanwhile dreamt to be the subject of King Philip Jose Rizal style or at least in modern time to be the 2nd Puerto Rico. Break the bubble first.

[nymanson]

Vietnam: Whoever invests is our friend
Philippines: United States decides who our friends are

[jorgenudvang]

The list is long for the Philippines:
- Lacking infrastructure
- Too many strange rules and too much bureaucracy
- Corrupt politicians
- Too many who believe that God will solve their problems (he won't)
- Too many who believe that the Americans will solve their problems (they won't)
- Inability to accept that trade with China is the key to success in Asia

I've been travelling extensively in the Philippines and Vietnam the last 20 years. In Vietnam, there's progress every time I arrive. In the Philippines, hardly anything changes. The Filipinos are the loveliest people on the globe, but being nice doesn't bring you anywhere in 2024.

[nhuannguyen]

Cả hai quốc gia vẫn còn nghèo, cùng nhau hợp tác phát triển . Vì một Asean thịnh vượng.

[readwrite]

Philippines: From no.1 to no.7 in ASEAN 😪😪😪 Today, we are hanging up as number 7, badly beaten by Singapore, Brunei, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam. I'm afraid one day Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar will surpass the Philippines too.

[DonzFedora]

You overlooked the main reason why foreign investors choose Vietnam over neighboring countries: it’s the quality of the workforce for the wages they pay. It’s not just about cheap labor; it’s about getting the same or better quality of work at a lower salary.

[isESAcheronOutmetaYet]

Don’t forget about the hard-working and I mean really hard-working Vietnamese workers. I do believe a big part is thanks to them

[ilovevietnamsince]

As a Vietnamese, I affirm that my country has achieved such success thanks to the correct orientation of the state, especially ensuring political stability and social security, especially controlling social evils such as alcohol and drugs. This success is largely due to the contributions of many leaders, but the role of Mr. Nguyen Tan Dung, who appeared in this video, is not true to reality. During his leadership, corruption and extremely high public debt were created. He does not deserve to appear in the video as a representative.

[tamie]

It's okey, let's just be happy for Vietnam and its people. Way to go, Vietnam! 🎉