Vietnam Fuel Price Surge Amid Global Oil Crisis

Vietnam has seen a sharp rise in fuel prices after the government increased petrol and diesel costs due to global supply fears. Petrol prices went up by more than 20 percent, while diesel rose by nearly 34 percent in one step. Since the conflict began in late February, fuel prices have increased greatly, making life [...]

Vietnam Holds Tightly Controlled National Election

Vietnam recently held a national election to choose members of its parliament, called the National Assembly. About 79 million people were eligible to vote for 500 representatives from a list of 864 candidates. However, the political system in Vietnam is controlled by the Communist Party of Vietnam, and nearly 93 percent of the candidates were [...]

Vietnam Uses Stabilisation Fund As Fuel Prices Rise

Fuel prices in Vietnam have increased again, even though the government is trying to control them. The Ministry of Industry and Trade said gasoline prices rose by about 7.66%, while diesel prices increased by around 1.6%. However, kerosene prices dropped by about 7.7%. To reduce the impact of rising global oil prices, the government used [...]

Vietnam Restricts Religious Freedom

The government has full control over the freedom of religion and belief in the country. Religious organizations must register with the government and operate under the management of government-appointed management boards. If they refuse, the government considers them to be ‘evil religions.’ The police keep a close eye on such religious groups, investigate their activities, [...]

Vietnam Restricts House Churches

Authorities in Vietnam are continuing to pressure members of unregistered Montagnard house churches, according to Boat People SOS. The harassment increased in August and September after some house churches in Dak Lak Province observed the International Day Commemorating Victims of Violence on Religion or Belief on August 22. These believers also refused to join the [...]

Vietnam Jails Activists for Free Speech

In Vietnam, more than 160 people are in prison for peacefully expressing their opinions or defending human rights. The government, which is controlled by one political party, does not allow criticism or public dissent. Rights bloggers, activists, and ordinary citizens face constant harassment, including police surveillance, intimidation, and interrogation. Many are held in pre-trial detention [...]

Vietnam’s School Violence Crisis

Vietnam is experiencing a severe increase in school violence that reveals underlying issues in child-raising and education. Since October, there have been numerous reports of violent assaults between students that have resulted in stabbing and beating, some of which have been recorded and posted on social media. Such incidents are not merely acts of misbehavior [...]

Vietnam Leadership Set At Party Congress

Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party held its national congress to decide the country’s leadership and direction for the next five years. Nearly 1,600 delegates gathered for the carefully planned event, where key decisions are usually made in advance. At the congress, To Lam was selected to continue as party general secretary, the most powerful position in [...]

Vietnam Party Meets To Choose Leaders

Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party is holding its five-year congress to choose new leaders and set goals for the fast-growing economy. The most important role is general secretary, and current leader To Lam is widely expected to keep the position. Since taking office in August 2024, he has pushed strong economic reforms and promised rapid growth. [...]

Growing Faith: Christianity In Vietnam

The Christian faith in Vietnam has been growing under the radar during the years of warfare, suffering, and transition. During the Vietnam War, the number of churches was small, and some Christians needed to disband or go underground. There was a time of difficulty in Vietnam after the war, and religion was under close observation. [...]

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