Vietnam : free prominent journalist
Blogger Huy Duc arrested amid escalating crackdown on rights
Vietnam arrests prominent journalist for Facebook posts
Truong Huy San was accused of “abusing democratic freedoms,” a charge that rights groups say has been frequently used against critics of the government.
Vietnam tycoon sentenced to death could face new charges, state media says
Truong My Lan accused of illegally transferring $4.5bn in latest development in country’s biggest-ever fraud case.
How the ‘Politics of Gratitude’ Inflames Cambodia-Vietnam Relations
Some Vietnamese nationalists view Phnom Penh’s decision to press ahead with a controversial canal project as a sign of ingratitude.
Vietnam’s leadership upheaval signals regime’s security focus
Unity, whether real or projected, is almost always desirable for an authoritarian regime. In recent months, however, the Vietnamese Communist Party has been airing its dirty laundry in public, or to use the Vietnamese idiom, vach ao cho nguoi xem lung…
Dams, salt, and the sad fate of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
Freshwater depletion and salinisation have become critical issues, while nationalism impedes cooperation.
Russia’s Putin could visit Vietnam this month, reports claim
The Russian leader could include a stop in Hanoi on his upcoming state visit to China.
‘Burning furnace’ purge stoking new faith in Vietnam
Communist Party leader Trong’s anti-corruption campaign has spared none in high-stakes drive that should ultimately cheer foreign investors.
Hanoï ne veut pas parler des sanctions
Le ministère vietnamien des affaires étrangères a contrarié l’Union européenne en repoussant une réunion prévue la semaine prochaine avec le plus haut responsable de l’UE sur les sanctions russes, avant une éventuelle visite à Hanoï du président russe Vladimir Poutine.
Vietnam irks EU by delaying meeting ahead of possible Putin visit
Vietnam’s foreign affairs ministry has annoyed the European Union by postponing a meeting next week with the EU’s top official on Russian sanctions, ahead of a possible visit to Hanoi by Russia’s President Vladimir Putin.
A new generation of Vietnamese migrants is protesting against their home government
More than 200 mostly young people gathered outside the Vietnamese embassy in London to protest against Vietnam’s ruling communist party, demanding the release of all prisoners of conscience and to call for democratic reforms.
Vietnam’s defense strategy : a maritime-oriented continental perspective
At a time when Vietnam is increasingly looking to the sea, how can it balance a focus on its western continental frontiers and the eastern maritime domain ?
Airfares remain high in Vietnam due to lack of competition
Airplane ticket prices in Thailand are low due to the presence of multiple airlines, whereas in Vietnam only two major airlines operate, meaning a lack of competitive dynamics.
Vietnam arrests official engaged in UN talks on labour reform
The police in Vietnam have arrested a senior official involved in talks with international organisations on labour reforms, state media said on May 9, adding that the action was linked to the disclosure of classified information.
Vietnam : false claims on labor rights
Seeking US trade preferences, Hanoi insists workers can organize
Vietnam : is corruption crackdown rattling Communist Party?
Another high-ranking official has stepped down during continued scrutiny of corruption. That has led to questions about how the political instability could affect the ruling Communist Party.
Cambodia says it will cut shipping through Vietnam by 70% with new China-funded Mekong canal
Cambodia plans to cut shipping through Vietnamese ports by 70% as a result of a $1.7 billion China-funded upgrade of a canal connecting the Mekong River basin to the Cambodian coast, the country’s deputy prime minister told Reuters.
Huge crowds in Vietnam for anniversary of Dien Bien Phu victory over France
A crowd of more than 10,000 people including war veterans and dignitaries gathered Tuesday in Vietnam’s Dien Bien Phu to mark the 70th anniversary of the battle that ultimately brought an end to the French empire in Indochina.
Vietnamese-born filmmaker Tran Anh Hung named jury president at Shanghai International Film Festival
Vietnamese-French filmmaker Tran Anh Hung will lead the jury panel for the Golden Goblet Awards at the 26th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF).
Vietnam PM asks for Cambodia’s cooperation in protecting Mekong River
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said Vietnam wants to collaborate with Cambodia and other countries in the Mekong River basin in sustainable use and protection of the river.
Vietnam arrests another senior figure in anti-corruption drive
The anti-graft campaign continues to intensify as the Communist Party begins preparations for its next Congress in early 2026.
Hundreds ill after eating bánh mì in Vietnam
More than 500 people have been taken to hospital with suspected food poisoning after eating bánh mì sandwiches from a shop in southern Vietnam.
Overseas Vietnamese, French citizens rally in support of Agent Orange lawsuit
More than 200 overseas Vietnamese and French friends have gathered in Paris to express their support for a lawsuit against chemical companies that supplied herbicides to the U.S. military during the war in Vietnam.
Cham Islands or Ly Son – where should you spend a weekend trip ?
Off the coast of central Vietnam there are two popular destinations that both international and domestic travelers enjoy spending a weekend at, but which one is superior for a short getaway ?
Vietnam invites France to Dien Bien Phu battle anniversary
France has for the first time been invited to commemorate the battle of Dien Bien Phu, which led to French troops’ defeat in Vietnam and marked the country’s last stand in colonial Indochina, Paris said Friday.
Why Vietnam needs to reevaluate its weapons procurement strategy
Growing concerns over a Chinese-funded canal project in Cambodia underscore the need for a shift from maritime to continental security.