VIETNAM–PHILIPPINES
Proud to be Vietnamese, honored to grow in the Philippines
Lisa Dong reflects on Vietnamese identity, entrepreneurship and the role of cultural exchange in building stronger connections between Vietnam and the Philippines.
27 October 2026 · DT Car Philippines
Roots and growth
Vietnam is where Lisa Dong's roots are; the Philippines is where she continues to build her business, pursue new goals and shape the next chapters of her life.
That dual experience has become an important part of how she approaches entrepreneurship and public life: staying proud of where she comes from while learning from and contributing to the country where she is growing.
A bridge between two communities
Through business, cultural exchange and community activities, Lisa hopes to play a small role in connecting Vietnamese and Filipino communities. The aim is not simply to introduce a nationality, but to create relationships through shared work, respect and opportunity.
For DT Car, that same connection can be seen in the company's day-to-day work across mobility, automotive services and partnerships in the Philippines.
Representing Vietnamese women with purpose
Lisa's personal message emphasizes courage, kindness, intelligence, independence and compassion as values that matter beyond appearance or titles.
Every milestone can become another opportunity to represent Vietnamese women with confidence and to show how people can build meaningful lives across borders without losing connection to their roots.
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