We would like to share with you an indepth interview with Mark Shorrock, CEO of Shire Oak International, a dedicated British entrepreneur in Vietnam, on the topic of “The potential for renewable energy development in Vietnam” in a column called “Vietnam – A perspective from the world”, featuring expat’s opinion on remarkable business and social trends in Vietnam by the International News Department of Vnews Channels – A Unit of Vietnam News Agency. Denzel Eades – Co-Founder & Managing Director Pioneer International Consulting, Sam Wood – Deputy Consul General and Head of Trade and Investment, British Consulate-General and Christine Gandomi – vice director USAID VN are also featured in the interview to give their opinions on assessing the potential and prospects of developing solar power manufactures; and discussing the role of the private field in developing clean energy in Vietnam.