Morning News Roundup: Foreigner Introduces Paddle Board Taxi Service to Flooded Hanoi Street
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- Published on 27 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Suspended public works leave HCMC residents in limbo [Vietnam News]
Foreigner introduces paddle board taxi service to flooded Hanoi street [Tuoi Tre]
Formosa Suspected of Tax Evasion in Vietnam
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hung Nghiep Formosa Ha Tinh Steel Company – the firm which recently came under scrutiny after central Vietnam's mass fish death – is once again in hot water this week, as both the Ha Tinh customs department and Ha Tinh tax department have accused the firm of tax evasion.
[Video] Locals Help Rescue Massive Whale in Nghe An
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
On Wednesday morning, thousands of residents from Nghe An province's Dien Thinh Commune rushed to the local beach to watch the rescue of a large, stranded whale.
Thailand Decides to Close Popular Island Being Trampled by Tourists
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- Published on 26 May 2016
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Thailand has decided to close one of its popular tourist islands, citing environmental and conservation concerns.
Street Cred: Ngo Quyen
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Northern Vietnam's Bach Dang River may be overshadowed by the buzzing tourist attractions of Ha Long Bay, however this historic river has played an instrumental role in Vietnamese history for centuries.
Vietnam, General Electric Enter 1,000MW Wind Power Pact
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- Published on 26 May 2016
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American-based General Electric (GE) and Vietnam’s trade ministry have agreed on a massive wind power deal that will supply the country with 1,000 megawatts of power by 2025.
Morning News Roundup: The Tale of Kieu, Lotus and the US President
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Shing Chan.
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HCMC finally requires acid buyers to present IDs after many attacks [Thanh Nien]
[Photos] 19 Images of 1972 Singapore
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- Published on 25 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Today, Singapore is far and away one of the most developed cities in Asia. The Lion City routinely ranks among the most liveable cities in Asia and represents for much of its region the pinnacle of clean, organized and eco-friendly development.
Obama Wraps up Successful Vietnam Trip
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- Published on 25 May 2016
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As Air Force One makes its way to Japan ahead of the G7 Summit, it's safe to say that United States president Barack Obama's visit has been a positive and productive one for Vietnam.
Vietnamese Cocoa Receives Fine Flavor Recognition
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- Published on 25 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam officially earned a fancy new title this week at the 2016 World Cocoa Conference.
[Video] This D7 High-Rise Is Getting Its Own Artificial Island
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- Published on 25 May 2016
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Last month, local firms An Gia Investment and Phat Dat Real Estate Development Joint Stock Company joined forces with Japan's Creed Group to introduce one of the city's most ambitious luxury residence projects to date.
[Photos] Hanoi Suffers First Major Flood of 2016
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- Published on 25 May 2016
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Remember when Vietnamese netizens were joking about Obama's motorcade getting caught in a flood?
Morning News Roundup: Who Wins When the US Sells Deadly Weapons to Vietnam
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- Published on 25 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alexander McMillan.
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Vietnamese Telecoms Aim for Global Domination
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- Published on 24 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Alberto Prieto.
While much of the conversation surrounding Vietnam’s largest state-owned companies relates to privatization and removing foreign ownership limits, two of Vietnam's telecommunications giants, FPT and Viettel, have their eyes on massive expansions both at home and abroad.
VietJet to Buy 100 Boeing Aircraft for $11.3bn
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- Published on 24 May 2016
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On the sidelines of American president Barack Obama’s visit to Vietnam, major aircraft manufacturer Boeing has secured a major business deal with the country's leading budget carrier.
19 Singlish Words Added to Oxford English Dictionary
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- Published on 24 May 2016
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Earlier this year, the prominent Oxford English Dictionary added to its tome a host of new Singlish words, recognizing more of the Lion City's colloquial terminology.
[Video] President Obama and Anthony Bourdain Bond Over Bún Chả in Hanoi
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- Published on 24 May 2016
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After just 24 hours in Vietnam, the internet is jam-packed with thousands of photos and videos documenting American president Barack Obama's trip so far. Though there are plenty of gems from which to choose, our favorite image from the last day is that of President Obama sharing a bowl of bún chả with Vietnamese food-obsessed celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain.
[Map] 30 Saigon Streets to Limit Traffic for Obama Visit
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- Published on 24 May 2016
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With US President Barack Obama in Saigon later today and tomorrow morning, city authorities have announced that access to up to 30 downtown streets will be limited.
Morning News Roundup: Tropical Depression to Bring Heavy Rain to Vietnam This Week
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- Published on 24 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Triet Thai.
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City realizes $113.5 mln from sale of non-core businesses of state firms [Thanh Nien]
Tropical depression to bring heavy rain to Vietnam this week [Tuoi Tre]
5 Great Routes for Your Next Saigon – Hanoi Road Trip
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- Published on 23 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Sometimes it seems like travel blogger Vietnam Coracle spends more time on Vietnam’s roads than a strung out truck driver. As such, we thought it wise to present his latest road trip guide that offers up five different routes from Saigon to Hanoi.
