Vietnam telco Viettel expands into Dominican Republic in global push

TelecommunicationMilitary-owned company to offer 5G, advanced tech in 11th overseas marketViettel is expanding globally and moving beyond basic telecommunications into more advanced technologies. (Photo by Getty Images) © Getty ImagesLIEN HOANGAugust 31, 2026 13:50 JSTHO CHI MINH CITY -- Vietnam's Viettel is expanding into the Dominican Republic, its 11th overseas market, as the military-owned company accelerates its global push and moves further beyond basic telecommunications.