Vietnam Is Building Islands to Challenge China’s Hold on a Vital Waterway

The contested South China Sea boasts rich oil and gas reserves and could play a key role in a conflict over Taiwan.

Thailand vs Vietnam: 8 Key Differences to Know Before You Go

These important differences between Thailand vs Vietnam can set you up for success on your next visit to Southeast Asia. Here's what to know.
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Discovering Vietnam’s Hidden Island Paradise

Explore Cát Bà Island, the largest island in northern Vietnam’s Cát Bà Archipelago near Lan Ha Bay. This footage captures ...

Vietnam flood death toll rises to 37 as a new typhoon threatens to worsen devastation

The death toll from the most recent floods and landslides rose to 37 on Monday, with five people missing and 78 injured, ...
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Vietnam is taking a leaf out of China’s playbook to build fortified islands in the disputed South China Sea

Vietnam is on a South China Sea island-building binge that will likely see it soon surpass the area China has reclaimed in the strategic and contested Spratly Islands, according to a new report from ...

New Isles of Scilly freight ship is launched

A new freight vessel for the Isles of Scilly has been launched in Vietnam. The 45m (150ft) long ship, the Menawethan, has been built to replace the Gry Maritha in 2026, and contin ...
News Tribune

Two pets found on island in Vietnam turn out to be critically endangered species

Scientists visited Hon Lao Island and found two critically endangered turtles being kept as pets. Photos show the first-of-its-kind sighting. Screengrab from YouTube video shared by Thinking Nomads On ...