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 [...]

Vietnam’s Crackdown On Freedom Deepens

Vietnam is facing strong criticism for its harsh crackdown on freedom. The government has jailed over 170 political prisoners using strict laws that ban free speech and peaceful activism. People who speak out for democracy, human rights, or the environment are often arrested and punished. Independent groups, labor unions, media, and religious organizations are not [...]

Air Pollution And Health In Vietnam

Vietnam's air pollution emergency poses a serious public health crisis. During 2023, the PM2.5 concentration in Hanoi averaged at 43.7 µg/m³, far above the WHO-recommended level of 10 µg/m³. This air pollution contributes to more than 60,000 deaths per year nationwide, most due to heart disease, stroke, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and [...]

Boat Capsizes In Vietnam, Dozens Dead

A tourist boat named Wonder Sea Boat capsized in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay during a sudden thunderstorm, killing at least 37 people and leaving five missing. The boat was carrying 48 passengers, mostly Vietnamese families from Hanoi, and five crew members. More than 20 children were on board. Ten people, including a 14-year-old boy trapped [...]

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