This is the nerve-wracking moment an articulated lorry struggled on a sharp bend lined with market stalls.

The trucker had to carefully manoeuver along the narrow mountain road, where vendor stalls blocked space needed to reverse and turn in Ha Giang Province, Vietnam.

Footage shows the 16-wheeler truck slowly navigating the lane, carefully engaging the gas as members of the H'Mong ethnic group crowded on the roadside selling fruits and vegetables.

The H'Mong ethnic group often sets up roadside markets along mountain routes to sell local produce and crafts, supporting livelihoods and preserving cultural identity.

However, the placement of these stalls along narrow, winding roads has led to traffic congestion and safety hazards, particularly for large vehicles like lorries and buses.

Authorities are working to balance road safety with preserving H'Mong cultural traditions by proposing designated market zones and holding community consultations.

No injuries were reported in the incident, but officials continue to urge drivers to exercise extreme caution when travelling through mountain districts.