Phu Quoc feels growing pains as development booms Over a decade ago, UNESCO declared Phu Quoc and over a hundred other islands in Kien Giang Province a World Biosphere Reserve. At the moment, the province seems more preoccupied with pursuing an unprecedented and elusive 'special economic zone' status. |
In Vietnam, Agent Orange victims struggle to survive as Monsanto thrives Monsanto continues to dodge culpability as its victims suffer in silence. |
Abducted Vietnamese finally home after 4-year ordeal with Somali pirates The fishermen are among 26 Asians freed by Somali pirates who took them hostage in 2012. |
Nightmare scenario: Coastal Vietnam faces a watery end Nearly 40 percent of the Mekong Delta could be wiped out. |
Vietnam’s public debt growing 3 times faster than GDP Vietnam is digging itself into an ever-increasing hole. |
Vietnam's middle class projected to double by 2020 Richer consumers will likely pull huge investment inflows into the country. |
Can Japanese anti-flood strategy keep Ho Chi Minh City dry? Underground reservoirs should keep the flood-stricken city above water. |
Vietnam among top places for business expansion in Southeast Asia The country only comes after Singapore in terms of attractiveness. |
Vietnam bans animal slaughter at violent spring festivals It remains to be seen whether locals are willing to abandon their traditional rituals. |
New York Times names Vietnam a place to travel in your 20s Ha Long Bay, Hoi An and Hue stand out as some of the must-see places in the country. |
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