Why more European firms are choosing Vietnam over China
By DW
08 June 2022 |
12:53 pm
A combination of geopolitical tensions and higher costs are pushing large firms to look for alternative production sites. Vietnam's strong economic performance in recent years has drawn the attention of European firms.
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