Travelling to vietnam

“The majority targeted for deportation — sometimes for minor infractions — were war refugees who had sided with the United States, whose loyalty was to the flag of a nation that no longer exists,” Osius wrote. “And they were to be ‘returned’ decades later to a nation ruled by a communist regime with which they had never reconciled. I feared many would become human rights cases, and our government would be culpable.”  … [Read more...] about Ex-Ambassador To Vietnam Quit Because Trump Planned To Deport More Refugees

Phu Quoc Island: Ringed by white-sand beaches, this un-spoilt oasis in the Gulf of Thailand recently welcomed the JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa, which was designed by Bill Bensley. From there, it's all tropical jungles, white beaches, snorkeling, diving, kayaking and island-hopping around the 20 or so uninhabited islets nearby. … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s top destinations featured on CNN’s photo tour

The second DPRK-USA Summit is an international event of global concern and thousands of reporters from many news and press agencies around the world have come to Hanoi to cover the meeting and they have seen with their own eyes the city’s beauty and attractions, Ha Van Sieu, Deputy General Director of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT), told the Vietnam News Agency (VNA). … [Read more...] about Vietnam makes best of DPRK-USA Summit to promote tourism

Though Moscow and Hanoi have a defense relationship dating back to the Vietnam War, Russia is now promoting a stronger and public presence. The Russian and Vietnamese navies are an important element of this relationship. In February, two Russian-built Gepard-class frigates entered service in Vietnam’s navy, joining two others that had been delivered in 2011 as part of a $350 million contract. … [Read more...] about Russia to Join U.S.-China South China Sea Face Off After Vietnam Pact

Sunday’s protests were not just anti-China; they were also anti-government protests demanding greater democracy. Some protesters carried banners reading “Returning Autonomy For [the] People.” Another placard stated the protest was against the National Assembly’s violation of the Constitution. The weekend protests may raise more awareness about land rights issues, especially the confiscation of land by the government. There’s also a general suspicion that the Communist government in Hanoi is making deals with China’s government in Beijing for its own benefit. Asia Times and Radio Free Asia and BBC (2-Jun) … [Read more...] about World View: Vietnam Surprised by Widespread Anti-China and Anti-Government Protests