VNUHCM Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities

The impact of the Belt and Road Initiative on the geopolitics of South Asia: the India case study

Nghị Tăng Nguyễn — 2025-04-14

Since the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) was announced, a series of economic corridors have been signed and put into operation by China and other countries in the South Asian region. This action brings many benefits to the participating parties and especially to China. However, the BRI poses a series of challenges in terms of changing geopolitics in South Asia. Not only the member countries of the strategy but also the powers involved in the region also face a series of geopolitical, security, economic issues, etc. BRI projects undertaken in South Asia have enabled China to enhance its soft power and political influence, notably by challenging India's longstanding regional dominance. While China has cultivated increasingly close ties with other South Asian nations, its relationship with regional powerhouse India presents a stark contrast. India's firm stance against China's initiatives has erected significant barriers to the Belt and Road Initiative's ambitions within South Asia. Historical animosities and recent border disputes have further exacerbated the already strained bilateral relations between the two nations. Therefore, the article focuses on analyzing the geopolitical impact of the BRI on South Asia as well as India's position in the region, thereby showing China's objectives to shape a new power order in the Indo-Pacific.

Internship Satisfaction, Turnover Intention, and Career Orientation of Tourism and Hospitality Management Students in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Nguyen Cao Phan — 2025-03-31

The study measured the internship satisfaction levels of students majoring in Tourism and Hospitality Management at educational institutions in Ho Chi Minh City. The survey results from 153 students indicated that over 50% of participants were satisfied with their internships. However, the frequency of considering quitting their jobs during the internships was significantly high. Furthermore, the results of the non-parametric Mann-Whitney U test and the logistic regression analysis revealed a correlation between the students’ satisfaction levels and turnover intention, as well as their future career orientation. Notably, most surveyed students expressed an intention to pursue careers in their fields of study if they were satisfied with their prior internship experience. This study presents the significant findings and offers some recommendations for managers and experts involved in human resource training for the Tourism and Hospitality Management sectors in Vietnam. Additionally, the paper encourages future research to investigate the factors that may influence the internship satisfaction levels and the career development orientations of students.

Factors Influencing Tourists’ Decision-making on choosing night tourism products in the South Central Coast region, Vietnam

Thị Vân Hạnh Nguyễn — 2025-03-31

The night economy is a significant part of the urban economy, and night tourism, a key component of this economy, which is increasingly drawing the great attention of governments and local authorities worldwide. The research on the development of night tourism is now highlighted as a means to enhance tourists' experiences, thereby boosting their satisfaction and intention to revisit tourist destinations. The South Central Coast region in Vietnam holds numerous advantages for tourism development, particularly in marine tourism, and enjoys a relatively mild climate year-round, making it ideal for the night tourism. Developing the night tourism in this economic region is crucial for improving the destination's competitiveness and diversifying its tourism offerings. This study employs a questionnaire survey method involving 524 tourists in the South Central Coast region to investigate the factors influencing their decisions to choose night tourism products in this area. The results indicate that the factors identified through the literature review and field surveys are important or very important by tourists when deciding on night tourism products, with quality and hygiene conditions as their primary concerns. Based on these findings, the recommendations have been made to enhance the quality of night tourism products and encourage tourists' decisions on these products.

The sustainable tourism development in craft villages: the research trends through the bibliometric analysis based on Scopus database

Vu Quang Nguyen — 2025-04-15

Since the early 1990s, scientists worldwide have raised concerns about the ecological environmental and indigenous cultural degradation caused by tourism development that focuses solely on economic gains. In response, sustainable tourism has emerged as a solution to mitigate negative impacts, ensuring balanced and long-term growth. Various environmentally and culturally conscious tourism models, including ecotourism, cultural tourism, craft village tourism, etc., have been developed, fostering a responsible tourism development orientation and promoting a sustainable approach to tourism. Using the bibliometric analysis, this study focuses on presenting data and proposing possible research directions on the development of sustainable tourism in craft villages. The study data were sourced from journal articles, conference proceedings, and book chapters in the Scopus database, covering the period from 2011 to August 2024. The analytical tools, including VOSviewer and Excel, were utilized to identify trends and research gaps in this field. The study also emphasizes the need for further investigations into the long-term impacts of sustainable tourism on the socio-economic development and preservation of distinctive cultural values in craft villages.

Self-mention in English MA theses written by Vietnamese students

Dzung Phuong Pho — 2025-04-14

As English increasingly serves as a vital tool in global scientific research, the ability to write academically with a clear authorial voice and stance is becoming increasingly important. This study examines the use of self-mention terms in theses written in English by Vietnamese students in the Master’s program in TESOL. The specific objectives of the study are to analyze the frequency and functions of self-mention terms in these theses, focusing on: (1) identifying the frequency of self-mention terms and (2) exploring their rhetorical functions. The study employs both quantitative and qualitative methods, using a corpus of 30 Master’s theses defended between 2020 and 2024. The results show that singular first-person pronouns dominate the texts, particularly ‘I’ and ‘my,’ while plural first-person pronouns are very rare. Although first-person singular pronouns appear more frequently, the overall trend still leans towards using third-person nouns to maintain objectivity. The most common function of self-mention terms is to explain the research process, whereas defining terms and stating limitations are functions where students use self-mention terms the least. The study clarifies the use of self-mention terms in academic writing and provides valuable data for Vietnamese students.

Đổi mới văn hóa doanh nghiệp tại Hàn Quốc hiện nay: hòa quyện giá trị thế hệ MZ với truyền thống Nho giáo

Choi Gilho — 2025-04-15

Xã hội Hàn Quốc đang chứng kiến sự thay đổi mạnh mẽ với sự xuất hiện của thế hệ MZ, mang theo giá trị mới như tự do cá nhân, bình đẳng và sự cân bằng giữa công việc và cuộc sống. Điều này tạo ra xung đột với văn hóa tổ chức truyền thống, dựa trên chủ nghĩa tuổi tác và cấu trúc tổ chức dọc.

Để duy trì sự cạnh tranh, các doanh nghiệp cần thay đổi văn hóa tổ chức, phản ánh giá trị của thế hệ MZ, đồng thời chuẩn bị cho sự thiếu hụt lao động trẻ tương tự như tình hình hiện nay ở Nhật Bản. Điều này không chỉ giúp thu hút và giữ chân nhân tài mà còn thúc đẩy sự tăng trưởng doanh nghiệp.

Tuy nhiên, việc thay đổi văn hóa tổ chức không dễ dàng và đòi hỏi sự cải thiện hệ thống. Bài viết đi sâu khám phá yêu cầu thay đổi này, cách ứng phó của doanh nghiệp, và đề xuất hướng đi để hỗ trợ các doanh nghiệp thực hiện thay đổi một cách thành công.

An error analysis of indirect speech usage by Vietnamese learners of Korean language

Danh Cong Tran — 2025-03-31

Against the backdrop of the elevated bilateral relations between Vietnam and South Korea to a “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership,” the demand for Korean language proficiency among Vietnamese workforce has surged. Nonetheless, Vietnamese learners of Korean language still encounter many challenges, particularly in grammar, especially indirect speech. This study aims to identify common errors made by Vietnamese learners when using this grammatical structure, thereby pinpointing the specific causes and proposing the effective solutions for these errors. To achieve this goal, the study conducted an error analysis on a large corpus of the Vietnamese learner of Korean language data collected from the National Institute of Korean Language. The research findings reveal that Vietnamese learners of Korean language make various errors in the indirect speech, primarily attributed to the interference of their native language (Vietnamese language) and the target language (Korean language). Based on the research results, this paper suggests several recommendations to address these limitations. Specifically, it is essential to enhance the comparison and contrast between the grammatical structures of the two languages, design diverse and flexible practice exercises, and prioritize the creation of real-life communication situations to enable learners to apply their acquired knowledge.

The formation, development, and challenges of Protestantism in Korea

Choi Gilho — 2025-04-15

This paper examines the formation, development, and challenges faced by Protestantism in Korea through the three significant historical periods from 1884 to the present. The introduction period (1884-1909) marked the beginning of Protestantism in Korea, driven by the efforts of international missionaries, including translating the Bible into Korean, as well as establishing schools and hospitals. During the Japanese colonial period (1910-1945), the Protestant community encountered political pressures but played a pivotal role in the national independence movement, resulting in both the Protestant growth and the enhanced social significance. After Korea’s liberation (1945-1960), the Protestant community continued to expand, particularly during the industrialization era (1960-1995), when Protestantism adapted to rapid economic and social changes. However, since 1995, Protestantism has faced significant challenges, including competitiveness from modern values, faith decline, and internal issues. This paper not only provides a comprehensive overview of the developmental stages but also analyzes valuable lessons from history, as well as emphasizes the importance of repositioning Protestantism to better align with contemporary society and serve the community more effectively.