Vietnam’s Politburo disciplines former parliament chairman
It said Vuong Dinh Hue, along with a former minister and ex-president, did little to fight corruption.
Malaysia, Vietnam elevate ties amid South China Sea tensions
Both claimant-nations agree to work closer on settlement of disputes, security issues in the South China Sea.
Vietnam court jails policeman for 12 years for beating suspect to death
Two of the man’s cellmates also received lengthy sentences for their involvement.
Hunger striker among 3 Vietnamese prisoners to win international prize
Do Nam Trung, Bui Van Thuan and Dang Dang Phuoc are serving long sentences for ‘propaganda.’
Vietnam’s new internet rules bad for free speech, business: users
A decree that will come into force next month tightens restrictions on data gathering and content removal.
4 inmates on hunger strike in Vietnamese prison
The prisoners were unhappy that paper, pens and books had been taken away by guards.
Purported letter from Vietnam’s ‘barefoot monk’ renounces vow of poverty
Supporters question the authenticity of the note and say authorities may be trying to isolate him from the public.
Khmer Krom group calls on Vietnam to release activists
The Khmers Kampuchea-Krom Federation says the accused face fabricated statements with no legal aid.
Vietnam receives first US military aircraft
The delivery of 5 Beechcraft training aircraft points to potential future arms deals.
Vietnam receives first US military aircraft
The delivery of 5 Beechcraft training aircraft points to potential future arms deals.
Vietnam police arrest 8 people during violent protest
They were trying to stop construction of a road across farmland.
