Vietnam thinks it has cracked the code to avoiding future tariffs under President Trump’s second term—by building a $1.5 billion golf resort. Because, apparently, nothing says “Please don’t slap us with tariffs” like a 54-hole luxury playground for a president who loves both golf and shaking up global trade. In the midst of the U.S.-China trade war, Vietnam is making bold moves to protect its booming economy and solidify its status as a top destination for businesses looking to invest in Vietnam.

This isn’t just another real estate deal; it’s a high-stakes gamble in the middle of the trade war, as companies scramble to rethink supply chains. Vietnam, once labeled a “worst abuser” for its trade surplus, is now swinging big, hoping this epic course will help keep tariff threats out of bounds.

But before we dive in, let’s be clear: We don’t do politics—we do geopolitics. This isn’t about elections; it’s about how nations like Vietnam, the U.S., and China make billion-dollar power plays that can reshape entire economies overnight. If you’re here for partisan debates, wrong channel. If you want to know whether now is the time to invest in Vietnam, you’re in the right place.

Vietnam’s economy is booming as it positions itself as the big winner in the U.S.-China trade war. The country has become a manufacturing hotspot, attracting foreign investors looking to dodge tariffs and de-risk from China. But will this golf-fueled diplomacy actually work? Can Vietnam keep its trade privileges intact with a Trump comeback?

Let’s break it all down.