The Intelligence from The Economist Party down: Vietnam’s Communist leaders meet
Jan 26, 2021
Charlie McCann, Southeast Asia correspondent for The Economist, explores Vietnam's National Party Congress, revealing the balancing act between pride in pandemic management and rising public discontent. He discusses how social media influences political ideas and the Communist Party's challenges. Meanwhile, Emily Bobrow, Culture writer, delves into the life of Patricia Highsmith, highlighting the complexities of her characters and how her tumultuous experiences shaped her psychological thrillers, impacting LGBTQ literature and themes of human relationships.
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Vietnam's Party Congress
- Vietnam's Communist Party convenes every five years for a National Party Congress.
- Despite economic success and low COVID numbers, there's growing discontent.
Rising Discontent in Vietnam
- Public discontent is rising in Vietnam, fueled by social media and exposure to democratic values.
- The government responds with harsh crackdowns, arresting critics and suppressing dissent.
2018 Vietnam Protests
- In 2018, protests erupted in Vietnam over a proposed law allowing Chinese companies to lease land.
- The protests were so intense that the government eventually abandoned the law.
