Vietnam punishes social media poster for complaining about traffic rules
Police questioned the Facebook user who criticized steep fines and a heavy traffic police presence.
International rights group calls out democracies for ignoring allies’ abuses
Human Rights Watch pointed to lack of progress returning Myanmar to democracy and China’s oppression of minorities.
Vietnam shuts TV channels in govt cost-cutting plan
Critics say nothing is being done to help hundreds of staff who lost their jobs.
Five years after deadly Vietnamese land dispute, victims claim harassment
Le Dinh Kinh was shot dead when thousands of riot police raided Dong Tam commune.
Asian leaders congratulate Trump, though talk of tariffs has some worried
Others called for US support to maintain peace in the region.
EXPLAINED: Why is Vietnam’s police ministry overseeing a large telecom?
A government streamlining effort gives the Ministry of Public Security authority over the state-owned MobiFone.
As Trump takes power, defense pick’s ASEAN fumble raises concerns
Southeast Asian leaders, analysts express hope mixed with concern as US president returns to office.
Bodyguard for Vietnamese monk controls his every move
The former security official is minder, manager and press handler for Thich Minh Tue on pilgrimage to India.
Russian PM wants closer economic cooperation with Vietnam after trade rises 24%
Mikhail Mishustin oversaw agreements including a nuclear power deal during a visit to Hanoi.
Russian PM wants closer economic cooperation with Vietnam after trade rises 24%
Mikhail Mishustin oversaw agreements including a nuclear power deal during a visit to Hanoi.
Former Vietnamese lawmakers jailed for corruption
Luu Binh Nhuong and Le Thanh Van were found guilty of taking advantage of their positions for personal gain.
