Nirmala Sitharaman vs Tran Duc Luong

Nirmala Sitharaman was appointed as India's Finance Minister, the first woman to hold the full-time portfolio. She presented the Union Budget in 2019, introducing corporate tax cuts and the 'Vivad se Vishwas' scheme for tax dispute resolution.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Sitharaman announced the

Sitharaman faced public criticism as fuel prices and inflation rose sharply in 2021. She defended the government's policies, citing global factors, but the issue became a political challenge for the BJP government.

Tran Duc Luong was appointed Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam in 1992, overseeing economic affairs during the early stages of Doi Moi. He played a role in implementing market reforms and managing foreign investment.

Tran Duc Luong was elected President of Vietnam by the National Assembly on September 24, 1997, succeeding Le Duc Anh. He served as head of state until 2006, focusing on economic development and international integration.

During Luong's presidency, the United States and Vietnam signed a Bilateral Trade Agreement in 2000, normalizing trade relations. The agreement boosted Vietnam's exports and paved the way for its entry into the World Trade Organization in 2007.

Luong presided over the APEC summit in Hanoi in November 2006, showcasing Vietnam's economic reforms and international engagement. The summit enhanced Vietnam's regional standing and attracted foreign investment.