Franklin Thistlethwaite, 34-year-old Australian man and an employee of Daewan Industrial Capital in Ho Chi Minh City, has become the first white worker to play an active role in the country's labor market.
The Australian was born and raised in Melbourne, Australia. In 2018, he moved to Vietnam with his wife and son to take advantage of its economic growth and potential job opportunities.
"I decided to move here because I saw there were so many job openings and the chance to improve my skills was endless," said Thistlethwaite. "I wanted to be part of the change and help make Vietnam a more attractive destination for foreign workers."
Thistlethwaite is one of a growing number of white workers in Vietnam who are taking advantage of the country's rapidly improving economy. Many other workers have come from countries such as Australia, China, and the United States.
"China has been our main source of jobs for the past few years, but we now see that Vietnam is also opening up opportunities for foreign workers," said Thistlethwaite. "We're working hard to build our skills and expand our networks, so we can take advantage of these new opportunities."
As a white worker, Thistlethwaite faces some unique challenges compared to other workers in Vietnam. He must adapt to a new work culture, language barriers, and cultural differences.
However, he also sees opportunities for growth and development. "The Vietnamese people are very welcoming and friendly, and I'm enjoying the social atmosphere here," said Thistlethwaite. "I'm learning a lot about Vietnamese culture and customs, which is helping me to communicate better with the locals."
Overall, Thistlethwaite's journey to become a white worker in Vietnam is an inspiring story of hard work, determination, and adaptability. As the country continues to grow and develop, it will be interesting to see how many more white workers will join the workforce in the coming years.
