Deadly Floods And Landslides Hit Vietnam

Heavy rain in central Vietnam caused deadly floods and landslides, killing at least seven people, injuring many others, and leaving thousands stranded. In Khanh Hoa province, a major landslide crushed a bus traveling through the Khanh Le pass, killing six people and trapping passengers until rescuers arrived hours later. Other landslides blocked important mountain roads [...]

Severe Floods And Typhoon Threat In Central Vietnam

Heavy rain and floods have badly hit central Vietnam, especially Huế, Đà Nẵng, Quảng Trị, and Quảng Nam provinces, killing at least 37 people, leaving five missing, and injuring 78. Rivers like the Bồ, Hương, and Vu Gia–Thu Bồn have risen sharply, flooding thousands of homes and farms. Over 12,600 houses were damaged or destroyed, [...]

Severe Floods Hit Central Vietnam After Record Rainfall

Central Vietnam is facing severe flooding after record-breaking rains hit key cities, especially Hue and Hoi An. Over 1,000 millimetres of rain fell in 24 hours, the highest ever recorded in the country. Rivers in Hue, including the Huong and Bo, rose to more than five metres, flooding homes, streets, and historic sites. In Hoi [...]

Vietnam’s Growth Masks Rising Human Rights Concerns

Vietnam is emerging as a key global partner, with countries such as the US, EU, Japan, and others seeking to deepen trade and security ties due to its rapidly growing economy and strategic position in Asia. But behind the scenes, Vietnam remains one of the most repressive countries in Southeast Asia. People are being jailed [...]

The New Online Kidnapping Scam

A new scam called “online kidnapping” is scaring many people in Vietnam. Scammers don’t use force; instead, they trick victims through video calls and voice messages. They pretend to be police officers and say the victim is involved in drug or money crimes. Then they order the person to lock themselves inside a hotel room, [...]

Justice For Journalists

On the fifth anniversary of Pham Doan Trang’s arrest, the Committee to Protect Journalists and 20 partner groups urge Vietnam to free her now. Trang is serving nine years in prison for “anti‑state propaganda” after a one‑day trial. Her conditions are worsening, and she lacks access to medical care, family, or independent oversight. Press freedom [...]

Typhoon Bualoi Causes Death And Damage In Vietnam

Typhoon Bualoi hit Vietnam with heavy rain and strong winds, causing serious damage and killing at least 12 people, while 17 others are still missing. The storm caused waves up to 8 meters high and flooded roads, swept away temporary bridges, and damaged many houses, especially in central provinces. Many communities were cut off, and [...]

Vietnam Marks 80 Years Of Independence With Parade And Celebration

Vietnam celebrated 80 years since its declaration of independence from France with a large military parade in Hanoi. Around 16,000 soldiers, along with troops from China, Russia, Laos, and Cambodia, took part in the event at Ba Dinh Square, where Ho Chi Minh first declared independence on September 2, 1945. Military equipment like missiles and [...]

Typhoon Kajiki Hits Vietnam, Causing Death And Flooding

Typhoon Kajiki struck northern and central Vietnam with peak winds of 130 km/h and heavy rainfall, leaving widespread destruction. Three were killed, 13 were injured, and almost 7,000 houses were damaged. Hanoi and other places experienced flooding, turning roads into rivers, restricting traffic, and submerging vehicles. The storm knocked down trees, brought down power lines, [...]

Vietnam’s Growing Human Rights Crisis

Vietnam is facing a serious human rights crisis. The government has more than 170 political prisoners, many in poor health and needing medical care. People like Nguyen Thai Hung and Le Dinh Luong were jailed for peacefully speaking out or supporting human rights. Vietnam uses a strict law called Article 331 to punish those who [...]

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