In the wave of reform and opening up in Vietnam, some unusual changes are beginning to be revealed. Generals who once commanded operations on the battlefield have now transformed into corporate leadersThe former school officers also abandoned their military uniforms and became hotel managers. This phenomenon has sparked a wide discussion about whether the Vietnamese military is seeking to reinvent itself through "industrial rejuvenation."
The reasons behind this shift are worth digging into. A few decades ago, Vietnam was a poor country, but with the wave of globalization and the reform and opening up of the country, Vietnam's economy has begun to develop rapidly. But even so, the income level of the people is still not high, especially for public officials. However, a female military officer in Vietnam openly carrying an expensive brand-name bag has sparked widespread concern and heated discussions. This act is not only a display of personal taste, but also a hint at some kind of unknown income in the Vietnamese army**.
This phenomenon raises the question of whether the Vietnamese army has found some kind of "way to make money" or whether there is a secret hidden behind it. In this regard, we need to go deep into the deep involvement of the Vietnamese military in the economic field, as well as the motivations and effects behind this involvement.
Vietnam has endured decades of war and was once one of the poorest countries in the world. The economy was in dire straits, especially in the 80s, and it was difficult to be self-sufficient in even basic food. However, during an unexpected bumper year, Vietnam** claimed that it no longer needed to import grain, which seemed a bit self-defeating. In addition to the food problem, Vietnam's industrial development is also facing many challenges, such as resource shortages, backward productivity, and low labor efficiency.
To add insult to injury, at the end of the last century, the Soviet Union stopped military aid to Vietnam, which was undoubtedly a heavy blow to Vietnam, which was already struggling economically. In order to alleviate the financial pressure, Viet Nam had to embark on large-scale disarmament. In this case, Vietnam encouraged the army to "go to the sea to do business" and find a way out in the way of a market economy.
The Vietnamese army thus began large-scale economic activity. They use their resources and technological advantages to carry out business activities in areas such as real estate, communications, low-end manufacturing, and agriculture. Soon, the number of enterprises created by the Vietnamese army increased rapidly, and the profits generated by their income were also very considerable. Vietnam saw the benefits of this model and even set up a military commercial bank for it as a way to support and promote the commercial activities of the army.
However, with the deepening of the military's business activities, a series of problems have gradually been exposed. The first is moral hazard, some military enterprises are involved in illegal activities such as smuggling, which not only damages Vietnam's international image, but also has a negative impact on the domestic market. Second, the main responsibility of the armed forces is national defense and security, and excessive business activities will undoubtedly distract their energy and resources and affect the cultivation of combat effectiveness.
Although Vietnam** was aware of these problems and tried to solve them by banning the military from doing business, these measures were not effectively implemented due to strong opposition from within the military. Over time, doing business has become part of the culture of the Vietnamese army, developing an inertia that is difficult to change.
As can be seen from this series of events, the business activities of the Vietnamese army are a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it does contribute to the development of Vietnam's economy and alleviate the financial pressure of the countryOn the other hand, it also raises the issue of moral hazard and confusion of functions. This transformation of the Vietnamese military reflects the country's trade-off between the economy and the military, as well as the struggle between tradition and modernity.
We can see the dilemmas and challenges that Vietnam has encountered in exploring its own development path. This transformation of the military is not only a military issue, but also a microcosm of Vietnam's social, economic and cultural changes. In the future, how Vietnam balances the traditional responsibilities of the armed forces with economic activities, and how to ensure that both the military and economic development are correct, will be an important issue worthy of attention.
In the process of commercialization of the Vietnamese military, some deeper social changes also emerged. With the expansion of economic activities, the originally strict discipline and mental outlook of the army began to loosen. Some military men began to pursue material comforts, and luxury cars, luxury goods, and high-end dining became their new symbols. This phenomenon is especially pronounced in the armies of first-tier cities. They enjoyed the wealth and status that came with business success, and this change gradually affected the culture and values of the entire military.
However, this change is not available to everyone. For those troops stationed in remote areas who do not have sufficient resources and connections to conduct business, their lives have not improved much. As they watched their fellow companions become richer, their inner dissatisfaction and sense of imbalance grew stronger. This internal inequality has exacerbated the contradictions and contradictions within the armed forces and affected the cohesion and combat effectiveness of the armed forces.
What's more serious is that with the deepening of business activities, the Vietnamese army gradually lost itself in the ** of money. Their main energy and resources are directed to economic gain, rather than to improve combat capability and accomplish defense missions. This phenomenon has attracted widespread attention in the international community. Many are beginning to question whether an army that places such a high emphasis on economic activity can defend the country and its people in a real crisis.
Despite all the doubts and challenges, the Vietnamese army has not abandoned its path of doing business. Instead, they began to get deeper into the economy. In addition to traditional agriculture and industrial production, the Vietnamese army has also begun to experiment with areas such as finance and real estate, establishing cooperation with foreign companies, introducing capital and technology, and trying to improve its own commercial and economic power.
This in-depth economic activity has injected vitality into the development of Vietnam's economy and has also brought great wealth to the army. But at the same time, it also brings more risks and challenges. The expansion of business activities has led to the increasing involvement of the military in complex commercial competition and conflicts of interest. This is not just an economic issue, but also a political and security issue. If not handled properly, it can have serious implications for the stability and security of the country.
Against this background, Vietnam ** and the army were faced with a difficult choice. On the one hand, they need to continue to promote economic development and use the resources and capabilities of the military to bring more wealth and development opportunities to the countryOn the other hand, they also need to ensure that the military does not lose its mandate and maintains a strong national defense capability and a high degree of discipline. This requires the military to make great efforts in strategic planning, system building, and cultural guidance to find the right balance.
In general, the commercialization of the Vietnamese army is a complex and multidimensional phenomenon. It is not only a product of Vietnam's economic development and reform and opening up, but also a manifestation of its deep social changes and national governance capabilities.
In the future, it will be a constant challenge for Vietnam to deal with the issue of military business and how to balance the relationship between economic development and national defense and security. For observers, this is not only a window into Vietnam's domestic political and social changes, but also an important entry point to understand its national development strategy and governance model.