Vietnam
Taiwan Slams China’s Drilling in Exclusive Zone
Taiwan‘s government has strongly condemned China‘s actions, accusing it of breaching international law by drilling for oil and gas inside Taiwan’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The statement from Taiwan’s presidential office came after revelations that several Chinese oil rigs and associated vessels were detected inside Taiwan’s EEZ, near the disputed Pratas Islands, which are under […]
Vietnam celebrates 80th independence anniversary with military parade
Vietnam marked its 80th independence anniversary from France with a grand military parade in the capital Hanoi. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Hanoi on Tuesday to celebrate the declaration of independence from colonial rule. The parade showcased a wide variety of military equipment, including missiles, helicopters, and fighter jets, during the celebrations at […]
Vietnam’s planned petrol scooter ban raises fears for livelihoods
The Vietnamese government‘s plans to bar petrol motorbikes from Hanoi’s city centre by July 1, 2026, have been met with skepticism and concern. The directive, issued by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, aims to reduce air pollution and promote the use of electric vehicles. However, observers have questioned the feasibility of enforcing the ban within […]
Typhoon Kajiki brings devastation to Vietnam, leaving death
Typhoon Kajiki, a powerful storm that made landfall in Vietnam on Monday, has left a trail of destruction and death in its wake. The storm brought fierce winds and torrential rains that collapsed homes, felled trees, and turned streets in the capital, Hanoi, into rivers. According to authorities, at least three people have been killed […]
Vietnam braces for typhoon kajiki, evacuates thousands
Vietnam is bracing for the impact of Typhoon Kajiki, with tens of thousands of people ordered to evacuate from the coastline facing the South China Sea. The storm, described as “an extremely dangerous fast-moving storm” by the Vietnamese government, is expected to bring heavy rains, flooding, and landslides. Authorities have mobilized over 16,500 soldiers and […]
Trump Seize Farmers land, Offer Rice and paltry $12 compensation
Thousands of villagers in Vietnam are facing displacement and uncertainty as a $1.5 billion golf resort backed by the Trump family prepares to break ground in Hung Yen province. The luxury golf club, which will include a 54-hole VIP golf course, luxury resorts, high-end villas, and a modern urban complex, has sparked mixed reactions among […]
Ten Killed, 12 Injured in Vietnam Sleeper Bus Road Crash
A devastating bus crash in central Vietnam has resulted in the deaths of ten passengers, including two children, and injured 12 others. The overnight sleeper bus was traveling on a national highway from Hanoi to the central city of Da Nang when it veered off the road in Ha Tinh province, hitting roadside markers and […]
Typhoon Wipha Brings Flooding to Vietnam and Philippines
Vietnam is bracing for the impact of Typhoon Wipha, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall and flooding to the northern coast of the country. The typhoon is forecast to make landfall in Hung Yen and Ninh Binh provinces, located south of the capital, Hanoi, with wind speeds of up to 102 kph (63 mph). […]
Tourist Boat Capsizes in Vietnam’s Halong Bay, Multiple Lives Lost
A devastating incident occurred in Vietnam’s Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where a tourist boat capsized, resulting in the deaths of at least 18 people. The vessel, carrying 53 individuals, including 48 tourists and five crew members, overturned near the Dau Go Cave, one of the largest in the bay. Rescue efforts are […]
30 Individuals Jailed for $45 Million Graft in Vietnam
A court in Vietnam has sentenced 30 people, including several former senior officials, to prison terms for their involvement in a corruption scandal worth $45 million. The defendants were found guilty of bribery, abuse of power, and violating bidding and contracting laws, with one ex-official convicted of taking suitcases stuffed with cash bribes. Nguyen Van […]